Archived Water Damage Blog Posts
Services Provided From SERVPRO
7/12/2023 (Permalink)
After a sprinkler pipe burst into a home in Pinon Hills, SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City was called out by the home owner. Our techs arrived onsite immediately for an inspection of the home. After a completed inspection we discovered the following materials were affected: carpet, pad, drywall wall, and drywall ceiling. After our techs came into demo damaged materials, we placed our state of the art equipment to dry out the remaining moisture.
During this loss it our professional techs determined for this particular room and situation that containment was needed as shown in the photo above. Our expert techs are here to help every situation so your loss can be remediated in the best and fastest way possible. If services are needed, call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City.
Floor Protection Provided by SERVPRO
7/12/2023 (Permalink)
A home in San Bernardino had a water loss caused by a broken water heater supply line. The home owner reached out to SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City. We arrived onsite to have an inspection throughout the home. We discovered that that supply line damaged drywall and baseboards in different areas in the home. Demo took place for all areas that were damaged and could not be dried out. After demo was completed we set our dehu and air movers to dry out remaining moisture.
In the photo above, the homeowner was worried about tracking from coming in and out of the house. So our expert techs set up floor protection throughout the home. The customer was extremely grateful and happy that her floors were spotless and protected!
Water Damage in Single Story Home
6/10/2021 (Permalink)
Equipment Onsite.
Our Tech Team determined the amount and significance of the damage that was done. It was determined that materials needed to be removed due to coming into contact with a contaminated source. Our professional crew performed demo throughout the affected materials. Once materials were removed, monitoring took place to see if there was any remaining moisture in the frame/studs. Remaining moisture was found and our state-of-the-art drying equipment was placed to assist with final drying phase. We were able to complete drying and the family living here was able to enjoy their home in a speedy time.
If you have any commercial or residential services needed for fire or water damage, call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City today at (909) 521-7999.
24 Hour Emergency Service
6/10/2021 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of South San Bernardino and Victorville is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.
We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - (909) 521-7999
We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of South San Bernardino and Victorville has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.
What to Expect
When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.
Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:
- Your name and contact information
- Your insurance information (if applicable)
- The street address of the water-damaged home or business
- When did the flooding or water damage occur?
- What caused the water damage (if known)?
- Is there electricity available (on-site)?
About SERVPRO of South San Bernardino and Victorville
SERVPRO of South San Bernardino and Victorville specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. 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.
Shower Line Damage
6/10/2021 (Permalink)
Shower Line Damage
A broken shower line in a San Bernardino that caused water damage to a 2 story home that started from upstairs which lead into the bottom floor. SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City was called out by their adjuster and our professional expert techs were onsite immediately. The production manager inspected the damage done to the home. It was determined that drywall materials needed to be removed, but the tile flooring was able to be saved and dry in place. Before demo took place our team pack-out all contents and placed them in a POD onsite. Demo was completed by our crew and drying equipment was placed onsite until drying goals were met and drying completed. We removed equipment as soon as possible and got this family back in home right away!
If you have any commercial or residential services needed for fire or water damage, call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City today at (909) 521-7999.
Drying Phase in Home: Should I shut off the air movers?
3/30/2021 (Permalink)
If you currently are going through a water remediation process and you are not sure if you should turn off the drying equipment. First step is to always consult our Field Tech’s before hand. Our state-of-the-art Air Mover machines are there to assist in the drying affected areas in your home. Some customers may get bothered by some noise coming from the Air Movers, but we urge you not to turn off the equipment. Turning off the equipment can prolong or completely stall drying time. Each tech that places Air Movers follows the IICRC guidelines to best remediate your home quick and efficient. As soon as your home is dry, we remove the equipment immediately.
Do you have any water damage? Call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City today!
Faster to your Water Damage Event
6/12/2020 (Permalink)
Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City provides emergency cleaning and restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays.
Faster To Any Size Disaster
Flooding and water damage is very invasive. Water quickly spreads throughout your home and gets absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, and more. SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. This immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs.
Need Emergency Service? Call Us 24/7 – (909) 521 - 7999
Water Damage Timeline
Within Minutes
- Water quickly spreads throughout your property, saturating everything in its path.
- Water is absorbed into walls, floors, upholstery, and belongings.
- Furniture finishes may bleed, causing permanent staining on carpets.
- Photographs, books, and other paper goods start to swell and warp.
Hours 1 - 24:
- Drywall begins to swell and break down.
- Metal surfaces begin to tarnish.
- Furniture begins to swell and crack.
- Dyes and inks from cloth and paper goods spread and stain.
- A musty odor appears.
48 Hours to 1 Week:
- Mold and mildew may grow and spread.
- Doors, windows, and studs swell and warp.
- Metal begins to rust and corrode.
- Furniture warps and shows signs of mold.
- Paint begins to blister.
- Wood flooring swells and warps.
- Serious biohazard contamination is possible.
More Than 1 Week:
- Restoration time and cost increase dramatically; replacing contaminated materials and structural rebuilding may be extensive.
- Structural safety, mold growth, and biohazard contaminants pose serious risks to occupants.
About SERVPRO of SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City
SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. 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.
Pipe Burst in San Bernardino
6/2/2020 (Permalink)
After an over head pipe burst in this San Bernardino home, the home owners called SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City to come in to assist. We arrived to their home within an hour. After an inspection we discovered that the drywall ceiling needed to be removed. Our professional SERVPRO techs came in and performed demo to damaged ceilings throughout the home. After demo, there was some remaining moisture found in framing. We placed our drying equipment and shortly after all remaining moisture was dried out.
This is an after photo of the home once we removed all damaged materials and set our state of the art equipment to dry out all remaining moisture.
If you have any water restoration services needed, please call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City today!
Demo Done in Fontana
6/2/2020 (Permalink)
This home in Fontana had a water damage caused by their over head sprinkler. The home owner immediately called SERVPRO of South San Bernardino was right on the scene to inspect and help them with all of their needs. After an inspection it was determined that the drywall wall and ceiling needed to be removed. The photo above shows our professional tech removing the damaged materials in multiple areas around the home. After our techs removed damaged materials, remaining moisture was found, and equipment was set to dry out any left over moisture. After a few days of drying the home owner and family were back to enjoy their home once again!
If you have any water restoration services needed, call SERVPRO of South San Bernardino City today!