Recent Storm Damage Posts
Storm Safety Tips
5/17/2022 (Permalink)
Storm Safety Tips
Storm threats come in many forms, including storm surge, high winds, tornadoes, and flooding. Here are some tips to take before the storm hits
- Prepare your home and stock an emergency kit.
- Plan your evacuation route in advance of the storm.
- Have two weeks worth of your important medications on hand as a reserve.
- Close storm shutters and board up all windows.
- Have a supply of batteries and be sure you have flashlights and a portable radio in good working condition.
- Review how to shut off utilities in an emergency with all family members.
- Secure all outdoor objects or move them inside.
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Flood Tips
4/5/2022 (Permalink)
Floods rank as one of the most common and widespread natural disasters in the United States. Whether you live near a coastline, along city streets, in the mountains, near a river or even in the desert, there is a potential for suffering flood damage. In fact, nearly 25% of last year’s claims paid by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) were for policies in moderate to low-risk communities. On average, floods cost $6 billion in annual losses in the U.S. Flooding can also result from plumbing failures, frozen pipes and damaged structures. Flood damage can affect your business operation in a variety of ways and can range in size from being isolated to a single room to entire floors being fully submerged.
Knowing how to prepare and deal with potential flooding in advance can affect how much of your property can be restored and how much has to be replaced.
Below are prevention, mitigation and restoration tips to follow until help arrives:
Flood Prevention Tips:
- Determine if your property is in a floodplain.
- In any emergency, always listen to the instructions given by the local emergency management officials.
- Carefully access how your company functions, both internally and externally, to determine which staff, materials, procedures and equipment are absolutely necessary to keep the business operating.
- Plan what you will do if your building, plant or store is not accessible.
SERVPRO of Westlake is been called on by numerous home owners and property managers to preform the necessary equipment service.
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Storm Damage
4/5/2022 (Permalink)
Storm Damage
SERVPRO ofWestlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit California, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
When a Storm Damages Your Home
11/4/2021 (Permalink)
When a Storm Damages Your Home, We're One Call Away
Without warning, nature can take a violent turn: floods, wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards. Any of these can have a devastating effect on your home, turning your life upside-down. SERVPRO’s highly-trained professionals are close by and customer-focused. We want you to be back in your restored home as quickly as possible. Whether you have minor storm damage or something larger to deal with, we have the experience and the equipment needed to cleanup and restore your home and help get life back to normal following storm damage. With more than 1,900 locations, there’s a SERVPRO® location waiting to serve you 24/7.
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Storm Preparedness Tips
3/20/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
On occasion we experiences severe weather that can cause damage to your property. The key is to be prepared.
Before the storm arrives
- Have your emergency supply kit available
- Stay inside and away from windows
- In the event of a hurricane, prepare to cover all windows
- Listen to local radio or TV stations for storm information
- Check your water pipe insulation to make sure your pipes are protected against the hardness of cold weather
- Be ready to turn off main energy sources
You may be surprise to know that many people don't know how to turn off the main power, water or gas source to their home. Knowing where the master valve is for each of the three utilities may be the difference between staying safe and facing potentially dangerous conditions.
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Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage
3/19/2021 (Permalink)
Our highly trained crews are ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
When Storms or Floods hit your Home, SERVPRO is ready!
3/14/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit your home, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Winter Storm Safety
1/4/2021 (Permalink)
- Stay indoors and wear warm clothes. Layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing will keep you warmer than a bulky sweater.
- Listen to a local station on battery-powered radio or television or to NOAA Weather Radio for updated emergency information.
- Bring your companion animals inside before the storm begins.
- Move other animals to sheltered areas with a supply of non-frozen water.
- Eat regularly.
- Keep the body replenished with fluids to prevent dehydration. Drink liquids such as warm broth or juice.
About SERVPRO of Westlake
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in the cleanup and restoration. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm. We believe in continuous training: from initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.
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When Storms or Floods hit Los Angeles
1/3/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit Los Angeles we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Call the Cleanup Team!
3/1/2020 (Permalink)
Call the CLEANUP TEAM that's faster to any size disaster.
THERE IS NEVER A GOOD TIME for storm waters to flood your property or fire to smoke out your home or business. Disasters seem to strike at the worst possible moment.
According to statistics gathered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), residential structure fires peak between 4 p.m and 6 p.m - right when manny offices are closing up for the day.
Fires don't abide by the 9-to-5 work day, that's why you need a cleanup and restoration company that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No matter what time of night or day, help is just a phone call away.
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Did you Know?
3/1/2020 (Permalink)
When fire and water take control of your life, SERVPRO of Westlake helps you take it back.
Did you know, one of the easiest way to protect yourself during severe weather is to have a weather radio in your home? A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather radio is just as important as having a fire alarm. A weather radio design to alert you to dangerous weather situations such as an approaching tornado. It allows you to be warned ahead of approaching storms providing you time to seek shelter. A weather radio is the most reliable source for weather alerts.
There are many different weather radios available for purchase, but there are a few key features to consider before selecting one.
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More rain coming to SoCal
12/30/2019 (Permalink)
After a wild post-Christmas storm in Southern California this week brought heavy downpours and low-elevation snow to many areas, another storm could bring similar conditions from late Sunday through Monday.
This most recent storm even spawned a weak tornado in Ventura County, California.
This morning a storm survey for possible tornado damage at Ventura Harbor . Accuweather confirmed that a narrow EF0 tornado touched down near the Santa Clara River and moved less than 1 mi NNW across the harbor. Damage was limited to trees, roof tiles, and canopies.
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre- storm condition.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Winter Storm
12/26/2019 (Permalink)
According to Accuweather A potentially major winter storm will take aim at the nation's midsection this weekend and into early next week, bringing the threat for whiteout conditions and up to two feet of snow over portions of the Plains.
The same storm system first brought travel nightmares to Southern California on Wednesday night.
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Storm Damage
12/26/2019 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake - Storm Damage
SERVPRO of Westlake Professionals are highly trained and ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage in Los Angeles, California.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, SERVPRO of Westlake responds quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit Los Angeles, California we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 213-315-5136
SERVPRO of Westlake is Ready!
12/9/2019 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake is ready!
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we used specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storm hit Florida, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Team that are strategically located throughout the United States.
Have storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Prepare Your Business For Winter Wheater
2/8/2019 (Permalink)
Tips for Preparing Your Business for Winter Weather
- Check your business property for downed tree limbs and branches. Whether, such as wind, heavy rain, ice and snow, can cause branches to fall, which could cause damage to the property and potentially cause personal injuries.
- Inspect property, especially walkways and parking lots, for proper drainage to alleviate flood hazard potential.
- Inspect all handrails, stairwells and entryways to address and correct potential slippery or hazardous areas. Install mats or non-slip surface and post caution signs where water could be present.
- Ask your local SERVPRO Franchise Professionals about starting an Emergency Ready Profile for your business.
Faster To Any Size Disaster
When winter weather strikes.....we strike back.
Like it never even happened.
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Winter Whether Tips
2/8/2019 (Permalink)
Frozen Pipes
A frozen pipe can burst at the point where the ice blockage inside the pipes is located, but typically the rupture is caused by the backflow pressure between the water source and the blockage. A burst pipe can cause considerable damage to your property if not addressed quickly. Your SERVPRO Franchise Professional is faster to any size disaster, bringing the latest equipment and training to help make your water damage " Like it never even happened."
Ice Dams
Ice dams can be a major problem during the winter season. They form when heated air melts roof snow downward into water dammed behind still-frozen ice. When the trapped water cannot safely flow or run into the gutter system, it can backflow under the roof's shingles and into the structure's interior areas. Your local SERVPRO Franchise Professional can help mitigate water damage caused by ice dams and help you get your structure back to preloss condition.
When You Need a Quick Response- Call on SERVPRO.
2/8/2019 (Permalink)
You Can Trust SERVPRO!
Serving America Since 1967
SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have been helping business owners recover from fire and water damages across North America.
Over 1,700 Franchise in North America
More locations mean faster response. A SERVPRO Franchise Professional can usually be on-site within four hours to help protect the structure, business and personal property.
SERVPRO Call Center Serves Insurance and Property Management Companies and Their Clients.
We have earned the trust of the insurance industry by serving thousands of their policy holders and clients with respect and integrity. The more restore, the less needs to be replaced. This helps our clients save millions of dollars each year. That helps lower your insurance rate, too!
24- Hour Emergency Services
In our business, you need us fast! The sooner we arrive, the better the chances we can reduce damages and save money. Franchise Professionals are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Prepare For Storm
12/15/2018 (Permalink)
Here are some steps you can take:
- Fill up your gas tank and stock your vehicle with supplies with food that does not need to be store in a refrigerator and drinking water. Get refills of your medication now for any needed prescriptions.
- Banks may be closed and ATMS may not be work after the storm. Make sure you have enough cash for the basic needs.
- If you are told to evacuate by local officials, do so immediately. If you are sheltering in place, move to a small windowless room for the best protection.
- Know your evaluation route and shelter locations. To locate the nearest open emergency shelter.
- Sign up for your community's warning system.
- Keep important documents in a safe.
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How To Survive During Hurricane
12/15/2018 (Permalink)
- If told to evacuate, do so immediately. Do not drive around barricades.
- If sheltering during high winds, go to a safe room, storm shelter, or a small interior, windowless room or hallway on the lowest floor that is no subject to flooding.
- If trapped in a building by flooding, go to the highest level of the building. Do not climb into a closed attic. You may become trapped by rising flood water.
- Listen for current emergency information and instructions.
- Use a generator or other gasoline powered machinery outdoors only and away from windows.
- Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood water. Turn Around. Don't Drown! Just six inches of fast moving water can knock you down, an one foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.
- Stay off bridges over fast moving water.
Have any questions? Call us today 213-315-5136
Floods
12/6/2018 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Westlake is ready to respond 24/7 to storm or flood damage.
When Floods hit Florida, SERVPRO of Westlake is ready!
SERVPRO of Westlake specializes in storm and flood damage restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.
Faster Response
Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.
Resources to Handle Floods and Storms
When storms hit Florida we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.
We are Flood Specialists:
- We are Available 24 hours/7 days per week
- We’re a Preferred Vendor to many National Insurance Companies
- We Bill The Insurance Directly – One Less Thing For You To Worry About
- Our Technicians are Highly-Trained in Water Restoration Techniques
- We use s500 IICRC Restoration Standards
- Advanced Inspection and Extraction Equipment
Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 213-315-5136
Storm Preparedness
12/4/2018 (Permalink)
- Know your area’s risk of hurricanes.
- Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
- If you are at risk for flash flooding, watch for warning signs such as heavy rain.
- Practice going to a safe shelter for high winds, such as a FEMA safe room or ICC 500 storm shelter. The next best protection is a small, interior, windowless room in a sturdy building on the lowest level that is not subject to flooding.
- Based on your location and community plans, make your own plans for evacuation or sheltering in place.
- Become familiar with your evacuation zone, the evacuation route, and shelter locations.
- Gather needed supplies for at least three days. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Don’t forget the needs of pets.
- Keep important documents in a safe place or create password-protected digital copies.
- Protect your property. Declutter drains and gutters. Install check valves in plumbing to prevent backups. Consider hurricane shutters. Review insurance policies.
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