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Lead Based Paint Remediation

Friday, July 30th, 2010

Lead based paint remediation is a job for a professional company that is certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This certification ensures that the company is knowledgeable and competent in water, mold, and fire restoration when handling lead-based paint. The managers, inspectors, and technicians of a lead-safe certified company take classes and do field work to garner skills and expertise in safely removing and disposing of lead-based paint. The debris from it is hazardous waste.

A new federal law applies as of April 22, 2010. It compels contractors that execute renovation, restoration, and painting projects that unsettles an area bigger than 6 square feet of paint in structures constructed before 1978 to be trained and certified in work habits that stop lead contamination. This law applies to work done in homes, day care facilities, and schools.

Professionals know the correct procedures to lessen, control, and confine lead dust produced by removing lead-based paint. They specialize in water damage repair, mold inspection and elimination, and fire damage renovation.

People usually get lead poisoning from lead contaminated dust or deteriorating lead-based paint. All of the methods for paint removal which includes heat guns, torches, sandpaper, chemicals, and scrapers may generate floating lead dust and fumes. People can inhale or ingest these dangerous contaminates, which cause lead poisoning. This poisoning may cause irreparable brain damage in children. In adults it may cause nerve damage, decrease muscle coordination, and raise blood pressure.

But trained professionals working for a water, mold, and fire restoration company know how to control the lead dust that is stirred up during the elimination or abatement process. The strict procedures they follow prevents the lead dust from contaminating your home, day car facility or school.

The professionals can remove window sills, molding, and trim to strip the paint outdoors. The restoration company can remove and change or cover-up lead-based paint. They can restore your home to a lead paint free condition that is safe for your family.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
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Mold in HVAC Ductwork

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

The presence of mold in a home or building can result in a significant indoor air quality problem. Any species of black mold poses a potential health threat to the building’s occupants. Many mold problems originate in the HVAC ductwork where there is an ideal environment for mold propagation.

As mold breaks down different materials to obtain nutrients, the byproducts include volatile organic compounds (VOC’s). While the mold continues to grow, spores are released to establish new colonies. The combination of VOC’s and mold spores in the air stream triggers allergic reactions in people with sensitivities. There are a variety of health issues associated with mold contact including skin rashes, lesions and even invasive disease.

Moisture and Ductwork

Uninsulated duct systems often create condensation issues that result in moisture on the interior surface of the bare sheet metal. Even internally insulated ductwork can experience mold growth if the system is improperly sized. Anywhere there is a source of moisture, mold will begin to grow.

Most heating and air conditioning systems include a blower to distribute conditioned air throughout the building. When mold is present in the ductwork system, the fan also pushes spores and VOC’s into every sub domain in the structure. As a result, addressing mold growth in a duct system is a primary remediation objective.

Cleaning and Prevention

Many water, mold and fire restoration companies specialize in removing mold colonies and installing preventative measures to eliminate future growth. In any remediation operation, the source of the moisture in the duct system must be isolated and eliminated.

Professional cleaning of the ductwork includes using disinfectants to kill existing mold colonies. A variety of different technology is employed to thoroughly clean the ductwork such as compressed air washing, HEPA filtration and manual scrubbing.

To prevent the reestablishment of mold in the ductwork, a strategy of filtration and eradication is most often employed. This usually includes HEPA filtration or electronic air cleaners installed directly in the air stream. Other devices such as UV lamps and ozone generators will prevent colonies from recurring and ensure that the home or business will remain mold free.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

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Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
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Allergies related to mold exposure

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Chances are that you have encountered mold at one point in your life. From a leaky bathroom faucet to an old loaf of bread, mold can grow in many places. Unfortunately, allergies related to mold exposure are a serious problem for many people. It is estimated that 10% of Americans are allergic to mold.

Symptoms of a mold allergy include dizziness, nose bleeds, nausea, difficulty breathing and skin rashes. In serious cases of overexposure, mold can even cause death. If you suspect that you are allergic to mold, check with your doctor for a mold allergy skin test.

The first step in treating a mold allergy is eliminating exposure. If that is not possible, your doctor might recommend antihistamine medications or a series of allergy shots to help reduce symptoms.

Unfortunately, detecting mold in your home can be difficult. Mold can grow year-round in many types of environments. When mold grows in a visible location, it is apparent to the naked eye in the form of brown or black spots. However, it can also grow in places that you are unlikely to see, such as closets, refrigerator door gaskets, air conditioner units and carpets.

If you suspect that your home is harboring dangerous mold allergens, it’s time to call in the professionals. A water, mold and fire restoration company can assess the extent of the damage in your home and repair any damage that has been done. After a professional restoration company has completed the task, you can rest assured that your home is mold-free.

The cost of professional water, mold and fire restoration varies depending on the extent of the job. Be sure to check your homeowner’s insurance to see if the work is covered under you policy.

Once the experts have cleared your home of mold, be sure to keep up regular maintenance to ensure a mold outbreak does not occur again. Keep an eye out for leaks, and inspect windows and doors regularly to ensure that unwanted moisture cannot enter your home.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
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Home Sick: Toxic Mold From Water Damage

Friday, July 23rd, 2010
Mold is a type of fungus that can only grow in moist conditions, and it is sure to form if the moisture content in a house is not controlled. The most common household molds are Cladosporium, Penicillium, Alternaria, and Aspergillus. Most of these molds are either black or white in appearance. Mold is destructive to the home because it destroys the materials that it grows on, due to the physiology of the fungus. Unlike plants, fungi can not make their own food, so they produce enzymes that break down whatever food source they happen to be attached to. Wood, drywall, carpet, and other materials make an excellent source of food for mold. This is why mold from flood damage and water damage is the worst enemy.

In addition, certain molds in the living environment can make a person very ill because they release allergens called mytotoxins. These function by killing healthy cells in the infected organism. People with asthma must especially be on guard as these can trigger severe attacks. A normally healthy person can become very ill from exposure to mold toxins as well. Prolonged exposure induces severe headaches, swelling, irritated skin, and respiratory illness. It would be especially disastrous to have mold growing where a young child or elderly person spends a lot of time, because the effects are harder on their bodies. The mold of most concern is called Stachybotrys chartarum, a dreaded green-black colored mold. This species has been blamed for causing acute idiopathic pulmonary hemorrhage in infants, a condition in which the blood vessels in the fast growing lungs rupture.

Most insurance companies do not cover mold damage, but do cover water damage from leaks. these reasons make it very important to make sure that all leaks in the home are repaired promptly, and that any existing mold is killed and cleaned as soon as possible.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
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Water Damaged Homes In Summer – What You Need To Know

Monday, July 19th, 2010

For many summer is a blessing. However for those dealing with a water damaged home summer can be a nightmare. On top of the obvious repairs for water damaged homes one hidden danger is especially present – mold. But first before we get into why summer is such a bad season for mold growth, let us discuss what mold is and what causes mold.

Mold is essentially a small fungi that can be found in most homes and places of residence. These small fungi reproduce through spores and of the thousands of species of mold only a few are toxic towards humans. This is not to say that the non-toxic mold cannot have negative health effects, certain molds has been shown through studies to cause allergies, adverse reactions and respiratory diseases even though deemed “non-toxic.” Although found in most homes, it is when water damage occurs that a mold infestation can become out of control and a contractor must be brought in.

There are three conditions that mold requires to grow: nutrients, moisture and time. Since cellulose (a common mold nutrient) is present in most homes and mold spores have nothing but time, the only ingredient needed for mold to grow water. This can come in the form of excessive moisture in the air or from water damage, a particular hazard for mold growth. This can be especially hazardous in the summer time, as the damage from water can be multiplied exponentially by the season.

The reason behind this is due to the humidity that summer brings. Xerophilic molds use the surrounding humidity as their only source of water, so when the summer heat brings in the humidity mold has all the ingredients it needs to reproduce. To top that off, water damage soaks the surrounding environment with even more moisture so that other types of mold can grow. So on top of the physical damage from water the infestation of mold is in a sense the icing on the cake.

Once infested, mold must be cleaned with a detergent that physically removes the spores from the environment. Many products render mold inactive, however toxic molds can still cause illness or even death if left untreated. There are specialists who clean mold, but care should be made so that the cost of removal doesn’t exceed the cost of the home. Certain homes may be cheaper to condemn and rebuild than to remove mold.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
1 800 516 8059

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Why Soot Damage Needs to Be Removed

Friday, July 16th, 2010
When your home has been damaged by fire the destruction does not end once the flames have been squelched. Smoke, soot and water can continue to deteriorate your walls, cabinets, roof and carpets. As a fire burns inside a house, toxic chemical compounds are often created. Dangerous gases can be produced by the reaction between fire and a host of construction components used in building the home; solvents, glues, rubber, wood or paint. Smoke and soot from a fire can leave behind destructive chemical deposits, which is why soot damage needs to be removed.

Soot Damage
Soot is a fine black carbon powder that results from the incomplete combustion between a fuel source, such as wood or coal and the air. Soot is actually an oily substance that continues to cause damage long after putting out the fire if not handled properly.

Smoke and soot travels into the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system duct work and into pipe work as well. The residue left behind not only clogs air ducts and pipes, but also releases tiny toxic particles (carcinogens) into the air you breathe.

Besides soot, secondary damage can be imposed from water in the form of mold and rust corrosion; thus it is advisable to have structural components of the home replaced. A pungent odor is often left behind even after visible signs of soot damage are gone. Roofing materials frequently sustain damage in the course of putting out the fire. Walls, cabinets, carpets and roofing materials should be replaced to ensure the health and safety of the inhabitants and to make certain the house can be adequately insured again after restoration.

Health and Safety Codes
Many cities and counties have municipal codes regarding the disposal of infected, contaminated or chemically hazardous materials. After a fire, it is best to replace structural components of a house that may contain hazardous chemical deposits from soot damage and deeply embedded smoke odor. Insurance companies may hesitate to insure the home again if structural elements damaged by soot are only cleaned rather than replaced.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
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Is Your Condo Protected?

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
So, you finally made a leap of faith and purchased your dream condo, but how do you know that it is properly protected? More often than not, your condo’s maintenance will be under the supervision of your respective condo association, who may not be hiring the proper restoration companies to take care of water, mold, and fire damage. So how can you convince them to do so? This guide will help you learn how to make sure that your condo association is using the best restoration company available to properly take care of water, mold, and fire damage if and when it occurs.

The first thing you will want to do when making sure that your condo association chooses a company that can properly manage such damage issues is to communicate to them the huge disadvantages of not contracting a company that can handle such repairs. Make it clear to them that hiring an unqualified company can lead to more damage and unforseen lost time. Let them know that hiring a qualified company will mean less headaches and less work for them in the long and short-term. More often than not, condo associations will hire a company based on their price quotes and not on the actual quality of work. Though this may seem smart to them, this is a huge mistake for those that own condos under the supervision of the association, since it can mean that the job will not be done right the first time. Such scenarios can lead to lost time for the condo owners, as well as an embarrassment when friends or family decide to visit them and see subpar work done, or worse, no work done at all on the damaged areas of their residence.

The second thing you’ll want to communicate to your condo association is that a cheap price quote from their current unqualified vendor may not translate into any price savings whatsoever. Let them know that a cheap price quote often means cheap work done, which usually only leads to more repairs down the road, which cause even more expenses, since the job wasn’t not done right the first time.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
1 800 516 8059

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Storm Response

Monday, May 10th, 2010

The weather can turn ugly on a dime and Mother Nature can wreak havoc on your home and your lives. Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods or any severe weather storm can produce enough water to damage everything you own and love. Storm drains and sewage systems overflow at a moment’s notice and the contamination can be devastating enough to produce water-borne toxins that could permanently damage a home if not professionally and expediently cleaned and sanitized.

The worst scenario, left unattended, is that water-producing mold, mildew and bacteria will spread like the plague throughout your home. When the storms of life overwhelm you, call an expert like Super Restoration who will know how and where to begin the restoration and healing process.

Oftentimes, these storm disasters cause fires which can devastate a residence or business even if the structure is left standing and virtually untouched by the flames. The smell of soot and smoke can overwhelm a structure, the contents and the smell can linger long after the fire has been put out. Super Restoration’s skilled technicians will remove all the soot and smoke that is left behind so you won’t be left out in the heat or the cold.

Because every man or woman’s home is their castle and no two castles are the same size, no job is too big or too small for Super Restoration. Every castle may not have been created equal, but they are equally important for the folks who are suffering from a catastrophic event.

Super Restoration has all the right stuff from drying equipment to high-powered extraction vehicles and even a state-of-the-art facility to house, clean and restore your contents. The certified technicians have the expertise to restore your home or business to the original condition. One phone call is all it takes to start rebuilding your residence or business and your life. The compassionate staff at Super Restoration understands that you want and need to be kept in the loop and fully involved and informed every rebuilding step of the way. Whether it is relocating your belongings to our state-of-the-art facility for cleaning and restoration, or the disposable of those contents that cannot be salvaged, we can handle all of your needs but we won’t make a move without informing you first.

Rest assured, when bad weather wreaks havoc in your life and trouble strikes your residence or your business, Super Restoration is your number one 24 Hour Emergency Response Specialists.

Call us today for a free consultation 800-516-8059 or by email at: info@superrestoration.com

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
1 800 516 8059

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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

Could it be possible that your carpeting and furniture upholstering around your home is actually making you and your family sick? If you or anyone in your family have symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, sore throats, watery eyes, itching, rashes or other allergy and asthma like symptoms, it is possible that you are getting sick from what lies beyond your carpet and furniture’s surface. Often times most people sum it up to allergies, colds or changes in the weather. Super Restoration has a cleaning service for your carpeting and upholstering throughout your home that can eliminate the problem and leave your carpeting and furniture looking great.

Super Restoration has developed a method of carpet and upholstering cleaning that not only eliminates the stains on the surface, but it gets way down to where the problems are. Trapped in most carpeting and furniture are dust mites, pet dander, mold spores and other odor causing fungi that can be harmful to you, your family and any household pets that you may have within your home. Yes, even your pets can suffer from what is trapped in the fibers of your carpet and furniture upholstering.

Super Restoration has patented their own cleaning service for carpeting and upholstery cleaning. This method uses a hot water extraction with Butler truck mount equipment. This method of cleaning combined with highly qualified professional technicians who have been certified through a vigorous training program means great results for you and a healthier living environment for your family.

When dealing with furniture upholstering there are special techniques that you must use. With a large variety of materials used on upholstering, you must have knowledge in how to properly clean them. The technicians at Super Restoration have the best training in how to get the best results to get your furniture upholstering looking its best and tips to help you maintain it in this condition. Super Restoration technicians will test your upholstery for color fastness and stability of the material prior to your cleaning appointment. You are guaranteed to be please with the results you get with Super Restoration.

Some of the services and guarantees that you can count on Super Restoration to provide for you include:

Wall to Wall carpet cleaning.
Professional upholstery cleaning with results for your specific material.
Persian, Domestic Loose and Oriental Rug cleaning.
Cleaning solutions that are safe for you, your family, your pets and the environment.
Free estimates on your desired cleaning services.
No hidden fees to pay.
Highly qualified technicians who are trained, tested and certified.
Satisfaction Guarantee.

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
1 800 516 8059

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Pack-Outs

Thursday, April 15th, 2010

When disasters, such as floods or fires, strike, the interior of a home or business can sustain severe water or smoke damage. In these cases, office equipment and personal belongings are often in states of disarray and disrepair. This is why the pack-out procedure is often a critical component of the renewal process. When Super Restoration begins the maintenance process, they must consider these items before any other work can commence.

As part of the pack-out, trained technicians catalogue every item in the home or office before removing them. Technicians document the item in both written and photographic form. Then the on-site manager that is coordinating the pack-out double-checks the item before it goes to the transport. During this process, pack-out technicians are working under the guidance of a range of experts, such as electronic technicians and hygienists. This way  Super Restoration can consider every factor before the item leaves the home or office. It also allows them to give immediate attention to those items that require it.

From the moment of departure, the homeowner or business owner has full access to the detailed documentation of their belongings and equipment. These items will now be en route to the company’s cleaning and storage facility. Once there, warehouse technicians immediately enter the items into the restoration process so that is absolutely no delay prior to the cleaning and deodorization process beginning.  Super Restoration will also handle the disposal of all items that the disaster has ruined beyond repair.

Belongings and office equipment are loaded onto the transport room by room. They are unloaded and entered into the renewal process in this manner as well. In this way, the restoration service can maintain the items, if storage is required, or return the items to the customer in the simplest and most logical manner. A premier restoration service, such as Super Restoration, understands that their customers are often in no position to take all of their items back immediately. They also understand their need for clothing and work items. As part of the pack-out process, laundry, dry-cleaning and expediting services are often included.

In your service,

Rene Vargas
Super Restoration
1 800 516 8059

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