Water Damage Can Cause Mold Problems

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After you have had either a small or large flood in your home, when the water has been cleaned up you might think your problems are over.  This might be far from the case if you soon discover that you have mold growing anywhere that the flood water affected. The possibility for mold is greater depending on the amount of flood water and how long it was in the home.

Mold can begin to grow anywhere that was wet enough, long enough to get it started.  This can be disastrous to the value of your home even if all the visible signs of the flood have been repaired.  Sometimes the mold will not always be growing where it can be seen.  It is notorious for developing and growing under the floors, in the walls, or under cabinets where it is not noticeable.  Mold can grow for ages behind walls and not be detected until the walls are taken out.  This is why so many people can develop allergies and illnesses that they can not explain.

If you notice that you or a family member has begun to develop sensitivities when they are in the home, mold might be the reason.  Mold spores float in the air and are breathed into the body.  The reactions to mold spores can be minor to severe, in some instances even deadly for those with extreme sensitivities or compromised immune systems.  If you have recently had flooding in your home, you might consider having a water damage expert come in to check for signs of mold growth.

If you find serious mold growth somewhere in the home that cannot be easily killed, perhaps behind walls, then you will need professional help getting rid of it.  It could be that some areas may need to be torn out altogether and replaced.  Always check with your insurance company to see what you are covered for as far as home flooding.  If your insurance will pay for a water damage company to come in and access and repair the damage, it is probably better to allow them to do this.  Flooding and mold growth are serious issues when it comes to your home and family, you want to make sure that no permanent damage has been done.

Fire Damage Restoration Services

Fire and Water Moves Fast…So Do We!

For All Your Fire and Water Damage Restoration Needs

Fire can cause devastating losses.  Favorite photos, pieces of furniture, treasured books and personal items, all the things that surround you and are a part of the place you call home can be tragically destroyed in a fire.  If you are a business owner and the fire happens in your office or factory, the loss is doubly difficult.  You may lose accounting and sales records, computers and software, machinery and tools as well as the building in which you earn your living.

From the moment a call reaches us on our 24-hour emergency hotline, the full resources of One Call Property Solutions Emergency Response Teams are focused on one goal – helping you recover from this personal disaster as fast as possible.  Our management team begins by immediately securing your property.  Soon after our estimators and superintendents, begin to plan your recovery.  Next, we work with you and/or your insurance adjuster to assess the damage, and determine an accurate scope of repairs.  Our crew begins work on structural damage while other crews start the process of cleaning and removing smoke odor and soot.  From start to finish, our experts’ teams quickly and efficiently complete all aspects of your restoration. Once you put your tragedy in our hands, you can relax and be assured that we will provide the professional fire damage restoration services as fast and efficiently as you and your family deserve.

Additional Services

• Complete Structural Repair
• Interior/Exterior Structural Cleaning
• Odor Removal
• Contents Restoration On Site
• Contents Removal
• Contents Cleaning and Restoration
• Secure and Safe Storage

Getting Your Business “Back to Business” After A Disaster

There Is No Time For “Down Time”

If you’re not working, you’re not making money.  So when “down time” is due to fire, water, storm damage, or some other disaster, getting back to business as usual can be a very stressful process.  At One Call Property Solutions, getting your business “back to business” is our business.  

We understand that an accurate and timely appraisal is critical to your bottom line.  From merchandise and fixtures to machinery, materials and electronics, every business emergency presents it’s own specific mix of challenges.  Whether supplies and tools or vital documents, we carefully clean and restore your property as if it were our own.  Because disaster mitigation and restoration is one of our specialties, our estimators offer an experienced voice to help guide you through the entire process.

We provide a 24-hour emergency response service and can be on the job quickly to take care of your residential property damage or commercial property damage.  Our teams work quickly and efficiently to help reduce the risk of further damage to the site.

Because we can offer a full mitigation-through-reconstruction solution, troublesome miscommunication between service providers is eliminated, ensuring a seamless transition throughout the project and continuity with your insurance company.

• Full Inspection and Moisture Assessment
• Removal of Moldy Materials and Contents
• Air Quality Control and Cleaning
• Sanitization and Anti-Microbial Application
• Reconstruction and Repair
• Temporary Storage and Inventory for Damaged Contents
• Expert Damage Assessment
• 24/7/365 Emergency Services
• Board Ups and Tarping
• Demolition and Debris Refuge
• Personal Property Cleaning/Deodorizing
• Design/Build
• Construction Management
• Consulting
• Extraction
• Dehumidification
• Remolding/Retrofitting
• Smoke and Odor Mitigation
• Pack Out Services
• Mold Remediation

What Does Water Damage Restoration Consist Of?

The Flood Is Only The Beginning Part II

Water removal and extraction.  Even if the water is above grade and is contaminated, it may not be wise for you to allow it simply to flow outdoors (although you may not want or be able to prevent it).  If the water is below grade, you should have it promptly removed and properly disposed of by a reputable service.

Then there is the sopping mess on and under your floor.  There is hope for your wet carpet and your water-damaged wood floors (that are surely already swelling as you contact us!).  It is usually more cost-effective to do water damage restoration on a floor than to replace the damaged floor.  The sooner you call us, the better the chances.

Treating damage above the floor.  Upholstery, draperies on the wall, and the drywall itself should all be checked for water damage.  Even if the water wasn’t deep, it may have travelled up.  Our professional Fabric Restoration services will renew the beauty and appeal of your now-wet upholstery and other cloth goods.  If wet drywall is salvageable, we will expertly dry it.  If it is beyond saving, our flood-repair specialists will remove damaged portions and replace them, doing an expert drywall repair

Controlling flood damage odor.  The water smelled.  Mold smells.  Fungi and bacteria smells.  Maybe even the wet dog smells.  That is why Odor Control and Mold Remediation is an important part of a professional flood clean-up.  It is not just the smell.  These factors can also cause you health problems, well into the future, if they are not properly controlled.  As a full-service water-damage restoration service, One Call Property Solutions can also handle odor or mold problems where someone else did not attend them, or handled them incorrectly.

One Call Property Solutions is your all-in-one source for Water Damage Restoration!

As For Drying Your Dog, We Will Leave That To You!

Emergency Water Damage Restoration Services In Minnesota

The Flood Is Only The Beginning Part I

Sources of water damage:

Clean Water – Clean water is water that does not contain harmful contaminants.  Clean water damage most commonly from rainwater or a burst pipe.

Gray Water – This is where there some level of contamination in the water.  For example, when a household appliance floods over (washing machine, dishwasher, empty toilet, refrigerator).  

Black Water – “Black” water has harmful contaminants should not contact skin or be consumed.  Such floods are the result of natural disasters, sewer backups, toilet waste overflows, etc.  Remedying this situation is more properly called Sewage Cleanup, another service that we offer.

Without prompt attention, the damage will surely grow.  Rot, mildew, and worse.  With proper attention to detail, water damage does not have to cause a flood of other problems.  By seeking Water Damage Restoration Services as soon as possible, we can help you avoid any further consequences.

Types of Replacement Windows

Finding The Replacement Windows That Meets Your Needs

When looking for replacement windows, one has a wide variety of windows to choose from.  There are many types of windows that vary in style and look.  Before you select a replacement window, it is important to compare all of the various types to find the replacement window that meets your needs and personal tastes.

Below is a list of the different types of replacement windows:

1. Bay: Air circulation is achieved opening the sides of the window.  The windows many views permit the light to come in from various angles.  Many people use them in bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms.

2. Double Hung: This type of replacement window is very practical and can fit well in any room.  They allow for good ventilation and the bottom of the window stays closed while the top of the window can be open.  These types of windows are usually found in bedrooms and kitchens.

3. Awning: These types of windows are used in rooms that require privacy, but still allow some light in the room.  They are highly flexible and can be placed in a number of different places. They can be opened a little bit to allow a little air to come into the room.

4. Hopper: These types of windows are normally used in basements.   They have a tilt design when they are opened.  Because they tilt, it allows air to easily come into the room.

5. Casement: This type of window is designed to open outward which allows for good air ventilation.  The casement cranks open instead of sliding up and down.  They are a very energy efficient window.  As well, the casements are difficult to break through.

6. Jalousie: Also called louvered windows, jalousie windows are constructed of glass slats like a glass shutter set in metal clips which allows them to closed and opened in together.  They help to make a room cooler.  They are rotated by hand to close and open the overlapping panels so one can mange how much light and air enters the room.

7. Picture: This type of window adds charm to a room.  They allow for a great view of the outdoors.  They also provide a lot of lighting in a room.  Many people will install these windows in rooms that do not have much light.

When it comes to purchasing a replacement window, consumers now have wide variety of choices.  As well as providing ventilation and light, they add character, uniqueness, and quality to a home.  Whatever replacement window type you choose, it will not benefit the home if it is not properly installed.

Contact One Call Property Solutions today for expert replacement window installation at 763-208-4965

Distinct Design Options With Architectural Shingles

Architectural Shingles Provide Distinct Design Options

Architectural shingles, also known as laminated or dimensional shingles, are popular because they are a heavy product, providing additional durability and protection to a home. These shingles can be applied without adding additional structural support to your house, which is sometimes necessary when applying other heavy roofing materials.

Architectural shingles also provide distinct designs, which are visually attractive to homeowners and potential buyers.   Here’s a quick look at architectural shingles.Architectural shingles are a type of specialty asphalt shingle typically made with a heavier base than traditional asphalt shingles.  The base of this roofing material is made using organic materials.  Architectural shingles are also coated with special granules to add texture.

• Material Durability
  Roofing composed of architectural shingles usually lasts up to 40 years and often come with a lifetime warranty.  However, if you live in a region that experiences harsh weather conditions, the lifespan may be shorter.  Shingles containing materials such as copper typically have the longest life.
• They have the ability to withstand harsh weather. The strongest materials are designed to withstand winds up to 120 mph.  They will weather intense     hailstorms and other extreme conditions.
• Architectural and designer shingles are thicker, longer lasting, and create a beautiful dimensional look that will increase the value of your home.

As with any type of roofing, unless you have experience and all the proper tools, this is a job best left to the roofing professionals. They are skilled in installing dimensional shingles and have the experience to do the job quickly and accurately.

Contact One Call Property Solutions today at 763-208-4965. We have the experience to install all types of roofing materials!

Disaster And Emergency Response Experts In Minnesota

Minnesota’s Disaster and Emergency Response Experts

One Call Does It All!

A tornado, fire, or flood can turn your life upside down.  In the event of one of these disasters, many decisions will have to be made.  You do not have to do it alone.

One Call Property Solutions is a full service disaster response and recovery company providing service coverage to the Minneapolis and St. Paul area.  In the same way we can design or remodel your home, we can restore your home and provide you with professional restoration services.

We have worked on too many projects where we are repairing lasting damage from a disaster that was not properly repaired.  That is why we want you to have an advocate on your side when disaster strikes. When we inspect your home, we bring the proper tools to find unseen damage, like water meters to ensure that walls, grout and appliances are not compromised, that windows do not leak, and that baseboards are not damaged.  After storms, we check under your roof shingles for signs of “bruising” or other damage not apparent to the naked eye.  And we have learned from experience that odor from a winter fire can return in the summer when humidity rises, so we inspect walls, ceilings, and other contained spaces carefully for odors that might return when the weather changes.

One Call Property Solutions is here to help.  Contact us to help you get back on track.  We will take care of the insurance company and then get your home or business cleaned up as quickly and efficiently as possible.

We offer the following in Disaster Restoration Services;

• Fire & Smoke Damage / Water and Mold Damage
• Storm Damage
• Working with your Insurance Company on Disaster Damage Claims

Contact Us today at 763-208-4965 to get the insurance process started.

We work with your insurance company so you can get back to what is important to you!

Effective and Immediate Mold Removal in Minnesota

Effective and Immediate Mold Removal in Minnesota (Part 3)

One Call Property Solutions offers mold removal and detection services in Minnesota.  Mold in your home or business can be a health hazard for your family, employees and tenants and is not to be taken lightly.  With the wide range of health problems that could occur, there is no time to waste in treating the problem.  

Mold can also contribute to structural damage of the building itself.  Our certified technicians can find the source and stop the growth of mold before it becomes a problem.  We will We can work directly with your insurance company in filing the claim and then work in a timely manner to get the job done as quickly and efficiently as possible.

 

One Call Property Solutions wants to help.  We can remove the fears that come with mold problems. Our certified technicians work quickly and efficiently to help reduce the risk of further damage to your home or property.

Contact us today for reliable and effective mold detection and removal at 763-208-4965.

Effective and Immediate Mold Removal in Minnesota

Effective and Immediate Mold Removal in Mn  (Part 2)

Minnesota Mold Detection and Removal

Mold can have a significant impact on your health.  Our proven process of mold removal is non-toxic, time efficient, and extremely cost effective.  You will find we have one of the most effective approaches to mold remediation and prevention in the Twin Cities.

Our process:

1) Immediate containment of the work site.  Proper attention is paid to ensure the mold does not   affect any other areas or go airborne.

2)     An advanced surface cleaning solution which will treat the project surfaces including wood, molding, floors, base boards, drywall and more to thoroughly remove any and all contamination.

3)     An application to seal the contaminated surfaces that separates the contaminant from its food sources, severely limiting the organisms’ ability thrive.

4)     Testing.  We take samples of the air inside and outside of the property, before and after  the process.  This will allow you to know that your environment is as clean and healthy as possible.

We can remove the fears that come with mold problems. Our certified technicians can find the source and stop the growth of mold before it becomes a problem.  Contact One Call Property Solutions for reliable and effective mold detection and removal at 763-208-4965.