SERVPRO^®of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has years of experience repairing water damage in the Ontario and Kaiser communities and offers these tips from the EPA on how to identify water leaks in your home:

• Check your water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, you probably have a leak.

SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has been helping people repair and restore water-damaged homes in the Ontario and Kaiser areas for years and because they are also licensed general contractors, they can supervise and perform the structural repairs too. A lot of surfaces will require professional cleaning after a water damage event, including furniture, upholstery, clothing, and other restorable belongings.

I know a property manager that had to deal with the aftermath of an illegal methamphetamine lab after an explosion took out a window and part of a wall in one of her apartment units. Fortunately, SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is California State-certified to clean and remove meth lab debris and chemicals. When it comes to safely removing and disposing of chemical contaminants, we have the specialized training and are on call and ready to respond 24 hours a day, every day.

Over and over again we at SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser hear the story of the house or business that endured a fire and was a complete loss.  Don’t let this be you.  You need peace of mind, even during these types of terrible events. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is here for you with the intention to make your loss “Like it never even happened.”

Flooding in a structure can occur through natural channels such as flash flooding or through the accumulation of water over a period of time from water line leaks/ruptures. Attacking this problem without professional help can become tedious and possibly dangerous in Northeast Ontario/Kaiser When your home and/or business are affected by water damage, it is critical to act immediately to minimize cost and inconvenience. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has trained professionals who are quick to respond and apply the latest equipment and techniques to make the removal of water and the restoration of your property as organized and pain-free as possible.

Any type of damage inside of a house can be frustrating but one of the more stressful situations is a residential flood. In the middle of a disaster such as a flooded home in Northeast Ontario, it can be hard to figure out where to start when it comes to cleaning up and restoring the damaged area. That is where SERVPRO® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser comes in. We are ready to help when called and we are highly trained in property damage restoration and in this case, water damage specifically

Standing water of any kind in Ontario/Kaiser can be a powerful source of disease. Floods can be worse due to the amount of water involved. Even small puddles can pose a risk. 

Different kinds of debris can be found in floodwaters such as dead animals, rotted plants, and sewage, to name a few. If you have water damage inside your home, watch for debris in the home as well to include rotted food and electrical problems.

SERVPRO of SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/ Kaiser suggests having these items prepared in the event you would need to evacuate your home in Northeast Ontario/Kaiser. 

• Copies of medical insurance & Medicare cards

• Warm blankets
• Extra clothing, especially socks & undergarments
• Bottled water
• Batteries for your electronic devices
• Written contact list

Low vision or hearing loss may make a power outage more difficult in Northeast Ontario. Evacuation may also be more difficult.

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has these tips:

Have an evacuation emergency kit ready.  You can also use it at home;

• Extra batteries for hearing aids
• TTY
• If you Sign, have a pen and paper for people who do not know Sign
• Backup batteries for any augmentative communication devices

Please pay attention to fire safety. While SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser can help restore your City or County home or office, prevention and family safety should always come first. Share this blog with a friend who might want to learn more about fire prevention.

When the sprinklers in your office burst or leak and your team and office are covered in water, you are going to feel like you have a million things to do and decide. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is ready 24/7 to help you when property damage strikes. 

When water or fire damage wreaks havoc on your business you need a team that is dependable, experienced and trusted. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you make it "Like it never even happened." 

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser wants you to know that you can try to fight a small fire only if:

• You can get to the fire extinguisher quickly. Fire is fast. Fire damage and smoke damage are less painful than personal injuries
• You have the right class of fire extinguisher
• You know how to use the fire extinguisher

Do you remember that commercial where the dog jumps up to grab a piece of pizza off the stove and turns on the burner, igniting the pizza box and starting a kitchen fire? According to the National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA), the leading cause of fires in the home are due to unattended cooking. SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has years of experience restoring commercial and  residential fire damage in the Ontario area 

Reasons to call SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser

• 24-hour emergency service, 365 days a year – The sooner we arrive, the sooner we can get businesses operating again
• We’re a local company
• No job is too small 
• We have national resources – we are one of over 1,700 franchises in the United States and Canada, therefore,
• No job is too large
• Restore damage from storms, fire, soot, and smoke
• Restore damage from leaks, burst pipes, equipment malfunctions, and that coffee-maker disaster in Accounting
• Mitigate mold damage
• Clean up evidence of vandalism, crime, or trauma
• Work with most major insurance companies
• We remove odors instead of just covering them up

Do you remember that commercial where the dog jumps up to grab a piece of pizza off the stove and turns on the burner, igniting the pizza box and starting a kitchen fire? According to the National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA), the leading cause of fires in the home are due to unattended cooking. SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has years of experience restoring commercial and  residential fire damage in the Ontario area

At the end of June, 2687 restaurant jobs were advertised in the Ontario and Kaiser area. We know that cleaning is now more important than ever, and we have developed a new program, Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, designed to inspire confidence in consumers by letting customers and employees know that their business has been cleaned of viral pathogens by this defensive cleaning program. We also post a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned decal on the front door that records the date when this deep cleaning was performed.

SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has years of experience restoring residential fire damage in Ontario and offers these fire safety prevention tips for using propane grills from the NFPA:

• Check for gas tank and hose leaks before using the grill for the first time each year.
• Apply a light soap and water solution to the hose as a propane leak will release bubbles
• If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and call the fire department

It’s Summertime and Ontario residents will be spending more time outdoors, taking advantage of the nice weather and longer days that the season brings. Many people install fire pits in their back yards and like to gather around the fire in the cool evening air to tell stories and socialize. The City of Ontario has outdoor fire rules and requires a permit to have a backyard fire so it will be important to check and see what is required to stay within the law. SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is on call 24 hours a day and can be onsite within four hours of your call to immediately begin the cleanup and restoration process should you experience property damage due to a fire of any kind.

When storms hit Kaiser, it is not just the buildings that are damaged. Water from rain or hail can soak business equipment, family mementos, furniture, and fixtures. Fierce winds or lightning can leave building interiors exposed to the outside. SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser is available 24 hours a day, every single day of the year, to handle emergencies. Call (909) 390-0238, and a team will meet you on-site, ready to stop the existing damage from spreading and to prevent further damage.

Storms aren’t likely in and around Los Angeles during the summer, but still possible. Whatever the season, storms can cause problems for homes and businesses in Kaiser. If rain or wind or lightning causes damage, call SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser at (909) 390-0238.

If disasters ever start keeping to 9:00 to 5:00 schedules, so will the emergency services at SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser. Don’t worry about the time or the day. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser responds immediately and will send an emergency team when disaster strikes.

Fires can rip through Ontario businesses any time of the day or night (emergencies have no respect for vacations), so call SERVPRO® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser at (909) 390-0238 no matter when a disaster strikes. We promise an immediate response.

Even a small fire can leave enough soot and smoke damage to close a business. SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser understands that lost time is lost revenue, so we areFaster to any size disaster to stop additional damage from causing a longer time without open doors.

Sparklers Cause One-Quarter of Emergency Room Visits

In a 2018 report issued by The National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA), fireworks started around 19,500 fires including 1900 structure fires amounting to $105 million in direct property damage. Children ages 10 – 14 had the highest rate of fireworks injury and 36 percent of all injuries were victims under age 15.

Last week, Santa Ana winds blew through the Los Angeles area and parts of Southern California. This is a rare event as June is not normally the time of year when these winds occur. The Santa Ana wind season usually happens from October through March each year. These winds are associated with the California wildfire season because the warm, dry air fuels fast moving fires. SERVPRO^® of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser has years of experience repairing commercial damage in Kaiser caused by wind and fire and has a team of highly trained technicians ready to help you.

Did you know that United States fire departments respond to an average of 173,200 home fires involving cooking each year? According to the National Fire Protection Association, (NFPA), the leading cause of home cooking fires is caused by leaving the kitchen unattended while food is cooking. According to the NFPA report, the majority of home cooking fires begin when cooking materials ignite. Cooking materials like cooking oil and cooking fat and related substances catch on fire and begin kitchen fires in 66 percent of the cases.

Did you know that the owners of SERVPRO^® of Ontario Northeast/Kaiser have over 37 years of construction experience between them? They also hold a General Contractors License among many other specialty certifications. When your commercial business experiences damage due to fire, water, storm, microbial growths, or biohazardous spills, we are Here to Help. ® We are a family business that is proud to serve the commercial and residential cleanup and restoration needs of our community in Kaiser.

Water damage can strike any property and at any time. Our crews are on call 24/7 to help you when property damage strikes. 

Causes can include:

• Leaky dishwashers or washing machines
• Clogged pipes
• Leaking roofs
• Broken toilet pipes
• Heavy rain
• Snow or ice

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser Wants You to Remember:

• Waterlogged materials are very heavy
• Wet surfaces are slippery
• Make sure electrical power is off before you handle devices
• Make sure you are standing on a dry area before you turn on the electric power

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser repeats the warning, “When thunder roars, go indoors”.  You don’t have to wait for the thunder. If there is a thunderstorm warning, go inside. Once there:

• Unplug appliances
• Do not use landline phones in office or home
• Pay attention to alerts and warnings

During a power outage in Northeast Ontario/Kaiser, be sure to:

• Keep freezer & refrigerator doors closed. It will reduce the chance of food spoilage
• User generators only outdoors and away from windows
• Disconnect appliances/electronics. Power surges can destroy equipment
• Have already set up a plan to refrigerate medicines
• Check on your neighbors.

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser promises to answer when you call. We promise that the person fielding your call will understand not only the proper responses to your cleanup and restoration questions.

In a problematic and possibly chaotic situation, remember, we’re Here To Help.  SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser are business owners, homeowners and renters just like you so we understand the initial needs. Our promise to you is to provide the same quality and integrity based service that we, as your neighbor, may also need in the future.

Sharing a load to SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser means our work makes your situation more bearable. Twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week we are on call with equipment that is up-to-date, and people who are professional and efficient. Our goal is to keep you moving forward with as little worry as possible in Northeast Ontario/Kaiser. Please contact us online or at (909) 390-0238.

SERVPRO of Northeast Ontario/Kaiser performs these specialties:

• Water Restoration
• Fire Restoration
• Mold Removal
• Biohazard
• Sewage
• Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup
• Vandalism and Graffiti

We are ready 24/7 to help you when property damage strikes.