Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

8/15/2022 (Permalink)

Flood Events and PPE 

During seasons of major events, what is brought to the forefront of everyone's mind is how to keep workers who have to stay on the front lines, safe. The answer: PPE. 

The use of PPE is important for a few reasons most notably, the safety of our staff and the safety and sanitation of the property we are working with and the customers we are working for at the time. 

We do daily and weekly assurances that our staff is trained in the proper use and knowledge of PPE. We make this a main priority because, without our technicians, we cannot do our jobs for our customers. This allows them to be safe and focus on the job at the end, rather than worry about exposure to possibly toxic materials. When our staff knows they are safe, they can focus on providing superior service to our customers.

We value our employees and the safety of others on the job sites. We especially want to make sure they are staying safe during flood events when the toxins in the water that sticks to surfaces are dangerous. PPE protects our team.

Commercial Capacity: SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is Here to Help

8/15/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial Capacity

It's never a good time when your property experiences fire, smoke, mold, or water damage. With SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties, we are here to help. We want to help you return to business. We know that takes time and energy, so let us take the load off.

Our Fire Damage Restoration Specialists are trained in content removal and restoration. Depending on the damage level, we can take your inventory and can expertly clean them to return to your business. 

Our Damage Restoration Specialists can minimize the risk of mold growth after water damage by removing excess moisture, installing fans, and providing black-limed drywall while ensuring that building materials are properly cleaned and returned to their original state as soon as possible.

To learn more about our recovery services, click here. Or call our offices at 606-877-2160.

Why choose SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties for your commercial clean-up?

3/17/2022 (Permalink)

Our team is trained and ready to help!

Trained Technicians

Our crew of technicians and office employees are thoroughly trained and certified to help with your commercial and residential water, fire, mold, and other clean-up damages. 

When you trust someone to be in your home, you want someone who is trained and can be trusted. Our team is both of those things. Not only do we have background checks and other onboarding tests, but we vet and interview our team before hiring. 

Once a new team member has been chosen they go through rigorous training. From IICRC Training and Certification to Employee Training to e-Learnings, and in-house franchise training. We even offer Continuing Education courses. 

IICRC Training 

IICRC stands for Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. The IICRC creates certain standards for their certification. They want industry standard that creates a better experience for customers.

Employee Training 

We have ride alongs and on-the-job training for our crew with fire restoration, water restoration, and carpet & upholstery cleaning. 

Franchise Training 

We have the support of our corporate office that helps facilitate e-trainings for our new employees.

Continuing Education

Not only do we help with training our employees to be better for their customers, but we help our clients like agents and adjusters with continuing their education through specialized courses.

As you can tell, our team is trained and here to help clean up and restore your home after an emergency.

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help with professional equipment!

3/16/2022 (Permalink)

Call our offices today to help us make your water damage "Like it never even happened."

Has your business ever needed professional water damage clean-up? 

Water damage is something that many business owners and homeowners do not take lightly. Water damage is when moisture and excessive amounts of water have collected in an area. Water damage clean-up is most effective when a professional with the right equipment is called. 

Here are a few of our water damage restoration equipment names and uses: 

l Air Movers l

The most common type of water damage clean-up equipment, the air mover pushes moisture to evaporate more quickly. Air movers can help dry water-damaged flooring and other surfaces.

l Dehumidifiers l

Dehumidifiers can help maintain humidity in the air to a certain set. This type of equipment helps with water damage that has excessive moisture. 

l Air Scrubbers l

When water damage leads to other damages, an air scrubber is necessary for clean-up. Air scrubbers help with smells from mold and airborne contaminants. 

l Moisture Meters l

Moisture meters are a restoration technician's best friend. Moisture meters can gauge the water damage severity in a home, and they help with water damages on surfaces.  

Water damage clean-up is much most effective with the specialty equipment listed above. Call our offices when your home or business has water damage. 

Any Size Commercial Property is 'Just Right' for SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties

3/9/2022 (Permalink)

Can we handle it? 

The professionals at SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties have the experience and capability to handle projects of all sizes including commercial buildings. 

From factories and warehouses to school buildings and hospitals, our team has the equipment, knowledge, and understanding to handle any size commercial project. We recently, helped two large colleges restore after emergency damages. Our commercial clients trust us because we understand their business operation needs. Our training gives us the knowledge to handle any situation from water damage to smoke damage to content restoration and relocation.

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is able to assess the situation, quickly develop a plan of action, and work with all key parties in executing and communicating during each phase of the project. 

Call us today at 606- 877-2160 for any of your commercial needs or to schedule a meeting to discuss. 

Is there mold in your commercial property after flooding?

3/8/2022 (Permalink)

Flood Damage in your Commercial Property can cause Mold

There are several times when flooding can get into your commercial property. When water gets in and is not dried properly, mold can gather. Here are a few tips to keep mold from forming in your Henderson commercial building: 

Get Rid of Moisture

Before the mold can be addressed to remove, as much moisture as possible needs to be removed. If there is standing water, it can be dangerous to walk into your home or commercial property, so please make sure you can safely enter the building or structure.  

Protect Yourself 

Standing water, especially category 3 can create dangerous situations.  For example, electrical wiring. You don't want to endure an electrical shock. Once you know you can safely enter, make sure whoever is entering is protected by wearing protective clothing, such as gloves and a face mask or proper PPE.

Hire a Professional

The best thing you can do is leave it to the experts. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties have been assessing and cleaning mold for over twenty years. Call us to help with your mold damage remediation.

Water Damage in your London Business

8/18/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial Emergency Preparedness

When an emergency strikes the best way to combat it is to have a plan ahead of time. The best way to do that when you have your own business is to think of scenarios that could happen and prepare. 

We have listed a few ways you can prepare for when disaster strikes at your London business: 

Have a plan for evacuation:

When a natural disaster occurs, officials will recommend a rapid evacuation. The best way to make sure you have everyone accounted for and that your business is covered is to have a plan of how to leave it. If you need windows boarded, or roofing double-checked --do all of this before you have to evacuate if you have the time. Or you can do the maintenance before the storm and weather emergency season occurs. 

Check your insurance policy:

Make sure you have the right coverage for emergency disasters for your commercial policy. It is always best to have the right policy before a disaster occurs rather than have to add it on after and miss the coverage window. 

Store Documents Properly:

Documentation can make all the difference when a disaster strikes in your London business. When water damage hits your commercial London business, it is always better to have pertinent information stored so that you can access them during and after an emergency without them being damaged or hard to reach. 

Call our offices today for more information on how we can help you prepare for emergency damages in your London commercial property with our Emergency Readiness Profile. 

Board-Up for your London Commercial Business

8/18/2021 (Permalink)

Most people think of board-ups for being only after storms, but they can be for a variety of emergencies.Has your London commercial business been vandalized, had fire damage, or even been the victim of theft? We know that during these times your business can feel exposed. We have a solution. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties offers board-up for things such as: 

• Vandalism 
• Fire Damage 
• Theft 

When these types of emergencies occur, the best thing to do for your business is to board up the property. Before restoration can begin, the board-up can create a barrier from outside elements, and further damages. 

Call us today to find out more information on how our London commercial board-ups can be of service to you and your company. 

Commercial Mold Growth

3/17/2021 (Permalink)

Commercial damages are sometimes more severe than residential because of the large scale of the facilities. But, SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help. 

We know the places mold can be hiding in commercial facilities. Here are a few to be on the lookout for in your busienss: 

• Bathrooms: Mold can begin to grow in these places because of the condensation and water that are consistently present in bathrooms. Between grout of tiles that are on bathrooms wall and in showers. 
• Windows: When a window is not properly sealed that allows moisture to travel through. Moisture is a playground for mold growth. The improperly sealed windows that allow the moisture can contain the mold spores that you do not want. 
• Exterior doors: Another place mold can grow that you may not expect is exterior doors. If these have been sealed improperly, they can allow mold to collect and grow. 

If you suspect mold damage, whether you see it or smell it, call our offices today. We have the tools and testing equipment to inspect your mold or possible mold damages.

Commercial Water Damage --We are here to help!

3/16/2021 (Permalink)

We were to help this commercial facility with water damages!

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help with your commercial water damages. There are a variety of factors that can occur when it comes to water damages in a large, commercial facility. We have listed a few below to see where we begin: 

1. Inspect: Once you suspect or see water damages, you need to call a water mitigation company, like SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties. We will send a team member to inspect the facility and answer your questions. In some cases, if the water is standing, we will begin the drying out process.

2. Load up Contents: As soon as we have permission to do, and the water has started the drying out process, we will begin removing items. We will load up water damaged contents to store at our warehouse. Whatever can be salvaged will be cleaned, dried, deodorized and sanitized using specialized equipment.

3. Extract the Water: Once we have removed contents and assured the scene is safe. We will begin extracting water. Once we have gotten rid of the standing water, we can bring in other equipment to start the drying process. Depending on the type of water, and if it is contaminated or not, will depend on the type of equipment and tactics we use. 

5. Restoration: Once the drying process has efficiently dried your facility, another step may be involved. Depending on the type of water damage and severity --you may need our restoration team. The ease and convenience of working with one company will not go unnoticed. Our team will work with you on restoring drywall, flooring, and other structure pieces in your facility. 

Call our offices today for more information on drying and restoration. We are here to help with businesses of London, Somerset, Corbin, and surrounding areas. 

Commercial Mold Damage: Where is it hiding?

3/9/2021 (Permalink)

Have you wondered about your commercial facility?

...and where is the mold hiding?

There are a variety of commercial facilities that could have mold hiding. The best way to know where mold could be hiding is to have a professional mold testing completed. Our offices can complete mold testings for your facility. Here are a few places that mold can be hiding in plain sight, and what to do when you do find it or suspect it.

Restaurants: 

When it comes to restaurants or businesses that incorporate food preparation into their business-- they can typically create a mold thriving setting without even meaning to. Because of the temperatures it takes to keep food stored, or have the HVAC set at a certain temperature to keep customers comfortable, a perfect environment for mold growth can be created. Also, having food debris and other food sources can be a great place for a mold colony to begin to grow and spread. 
 
Apartments, Hotels, and Rental Properties
Mold tends to live, in many cases, where people do as well. This means that landlords and hotel owners are some of the most commonly afflicted business owners and managers when it comes to mold, especially when properties are rented short-term. The best way to combat this is to do mold testing in-between residents and have a  schedule set up so you do not forget. 
 
Industrial Settings

There are a variety of industrial facilities that know exactly how to make the right setting to not induce mold growth, but most do not. Sometimes it is not a top priority to detect mold, while other times factory or industry workers can assume that the mold is a part of the surroundings that come with some factories or industrial settings.
Of course, this varies from industry to industry, but it is always a good idea to educate your employees on when and where to look for mold growth for a possible need for professional cleaning. 

Commercial Water Damage

3/8/2021 (Permalink)

Water Damage happens -- call us!

Commercial Water Damage

When a water damage occurred in this commercial facility, they had a member of the church who recommended us. In this category 3 water damage, SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties were called to clean up the aftermath. A recent flood damage caused this commercial building to flood. This is a photo of the process in the middle of restoration. The air mover, which is a piece of equipment that dries water damaged structure, is set here towards the floor.

In a category 3 water damage, part of the structure impacted had to be removed before the drying process could take place. Category 3 water damages create contamination that must be removed to make the structure safe to restore. 

This building used our reconstruction team too to help with the put back. Since the insulation and so much of the drywall had to be cut out. Our team was there to help!

Commercial HVAC Cleaning

8/19/2020 (Permalink)

What else can we do?

You probably know that we clean water, fire, and mold --but, did you know we do commercial cleanings too.

Our commercial cleaning team is ready for whatever happens. We offer commercial cleanings for your business. Our trained technicians know how to handle projects that are big and small. Our team can handle it all.  

Here are a few questions to ask if you think your business is ready for a commercial cleaning:

• Noticed papers curling up?
• Does the office feel damp?

Call our offices today for pricing information! We are not a one size fits all --pricing is determined on the size and other factors of your HVAC unit. Call us today for more information and see how we can help you and your business.

Commercial Cleanings: What can we do for you?

8/19/2020 (Permalink)

What can we do for you and your business?

We want to help! We have a variety of services that are here to help you and your business. We offer a wide array of things to make your business more clean. Check out our newest offer--the Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned program (CSC). 

Our cleaning services include the following:

• Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned (CSC)
• Air ducts and HVAC
• Bio Hazard and Sewer 
• Trauma and Crime Scene 
• Carpet and Upholstery 
• Drapes and Blinds 
• Ceilings, Walls, and Hard Floors 
• Oder Removal and Deodorization 
• Vandalism 

Our Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation offers a free consultation for you and your business. We want to keep your business safe and clean for your employees and customers. Please call us to see how we can help you and your business today. 

Re-Open Cleaning for the London, Somerset, Corbin, or surrounding areas

4/24/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties at 606-877-2160.

Re-Opening Cleaning Services

We are prepared during this unprecedented time to clean and disinfect your home or business according to the protocols set forth by the CDC.

We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis. Our professionals are trained to perform a proactive cleanup that involves facility or structure cleaning and disinfection. Cleanup procedures generally include cleaning of porous and non-porous surfaces, disinfecting of non-porous surfaces, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, tools, and/or supplies used for cleanup process, and disposal of waste.

We offer an electrostatic spraying to help reach other areas that are not easily reached by regular cleanup procedures. 

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

• Kitchen/Food Areas
• Bathrooms
• Schools/Classrooms
• Offices
• Retail Spaces
• Water Fountains
• Shelving/Racks
• Sales Counters
• Carpets and Rugs
• Stair Handrails
• Elevator Cars
• Playground Equipment
• Fitness Equipment

If your office or commercial space need cleaning during the re-opening phases, give SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties a call at 606-877-2160.

SERVPRO hero team member completes Infection Control Risk Assessment

3/23/2020 (Permalink)

Marketing Manager, Dustin Manager, certified with Infection Control Risk Management.

Our marketing manager recently completed an online course for Infection Control and Risk Management. This course helps educate our team on how to keep patient safety at the forefront of anything we clean. 

During the times of uncertainty, our team has taken extra steps to help our customers stay safe. We are working in several different commercial spaces during the viral pathogen proactive cleaning. Our team is ready to help customers by continuing our education with different certification such as this one. 

We are taking several other online courses to help during this viral pathogen outbreak. We want to be ready for whatever happens. Our proactive cleaning measures are further certified by these certifications. 

If you need proactive cleaning, call our local offices today. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help! 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Why we have it, and why we use it?

3/19/2020 (Permalink)

Why use PPE?

During seasons of major events, what is brought to forefront of everyones mind is how to keep workers who have to stay on the front lines, safe. The answer: PPE. 

The use of PPE is important for a few reasons most notably, the safety of our staff and the safety and sanitation of the property we are working with and the customers we are working for at the time. 

We do daily and weekly assurances that our staff is trained in proper use and knowledge of PPE. We make this a main priority because without our technicians, we cannot do our jobs for our customers. This allows them to be safe and focus on the job at end, rather than worry about exposure to possibly toxic materials. When our staff knows they are safe, they can focus on providing a superior service to our customers.

We value our employees and the safety of others on the job sites. 

Why PPE, you ask? We could not do our jobs without it. 

Corbin Wellness Center

3/17/2020 (Permalink)

Call us today for more information or to schedule your own cleaning at 606-877-2160!

SERVPRO is here to help minimize the spread of germs with proactive cleaning! At SERVPRO, we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitization standards, making us the #1 choice for cleanup and restoration. We have the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to keep our team safe and administer the products effectively. 

We're capable of cleaning and disinfecting:

• Churches
• Schools
• Gyms
• Offices and more!
  

This weekend we worked with a local gym in Corbin, Kentucky with proactive cleaning for their commercial space. They were concerned about the health of their space for their patrons. SERVPRO of Pulaski and Laurel Counties knows how to help industrial businesses with making their space clean. 

Call us today for more information or to schedule your own cleaning at 606-877-2160!

WInFirst Bank Takes a Step Towards Protection

3/17/2020 (Permalink)

We are here to help partner with our local communities.

WinFirst Bank is a recent commercial building in Kentucky that we have been a part of helping disinfect during this season of viral pathogens. 

SERVPRO of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help clean to help ease the minds of your customers and employees. 

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

• Kitchen/Food Areas
• Bathrooms
• Schools/Classrooms
• Offices
• Retail Spaces
• Water Fountains
• Shelving/Racks
• Sales Counters
• Carpets and Rugs
• Stair Handrails
• Elevator Cars
• Playground Equipment
• Fitness Equipment

Call your local Kentucky SERVPRO of Pulaski and Laurel Counties at 606-877-2160.

A Clean Home Sells Faster --6 Types of Clean

8/30/2019 (Permalink)

Don't forget to call us today to help your homes sell faster!

It is a fact that a clean home sells faster....

There are 6 types of clean that can contribute to a home being sold within days. 

• Looks Clean
• Smells Clean
• Feels Clean
• Stays Clean
• Dries Fast
• Sanitized 

What does you buyer want? 

They want a clean home without signs of wear and a home they would be proud to call their home. 

When you call a professional you get a dynamic reputation from the results SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties can give these homes. 

We can make your homes sell faster. 

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties specializies in : 

• Carpet Cleaning
• Upholstery cleaning
• Air duct cleaning
• Detail cleaning
• 24- fire, water, smoke damage restoration 

Not all cleaning and restoration companies are alike, but we can promise we will make your home woes "Like it never even happened." 

Commercial Cleaning Time

8/22/2019 (Permalink)

Put SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties on your schedule.

When was the last time you had your business cleaned?

Not a typical, every day sweep and mop type of clean, but a deep and professional clean. 

It has probably been longer than you think. 

SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties has just the offer for you. 

We have a special in the month of August 2019 for 15% off of Carpet, HVAC, & Upholstery cleaning. 

Our team of trained technicians can come to you or you can bring your furniture to us. We have equipment that can be on the go to help you get your cleaning in tip top shape. 

We have a department to send your soft contents. If you are a hotel owner, or a business owner with soft contents needs, our ESPORTA division is for you. Our team has specialized detergents, fabric softeners, and trained employees to service whatever soft contents your business needs restored. 

Your business can even schedule monthly, quarterly, or yearly cleanings with us. We want to help you keep your business clean for your customers and employees. We will make that dust, dirt, or debris "Like it never even happened." 

Call our office today to hear about our pricing and schedule your appointment with SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties.

Commercial Services- SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties has your back!

6/18/2019 (Permalink)

We have commercial services available for a variety of different needs for your business.

Commercial Property Owners

SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties is known for being able to clean up residential properties and make it "Like it never even happened." Did you know that we clean up commercial properties as well? 

If you did, well here' s a reminder, but if you didn't we have a variety of commercial services to offer you. Here are a few examples of the commercial services we provide:

• Small Office Buildings
• Apartment Buildings
• Restaurants
• Hotel/Motels
• Small Retail Stores
• High-Rise Residential
• Manufacturing & Industrial
• Government/Military
• Universities
• Schools
• Restaurants
• Commercial Disaster Recovery Services 

We are available 24 hours a day/365 days a year -- to get your business back up and running. Our expertise includes restoration services for fire and water damage, including electronics restoration and document drying. We are also your business’s best resource for mold remediation. We not only offer mold remediation, but also mold testing. Our customers come first, and we want to know exactly what kind of mold we are dealing with to give you the best service possible.

Learn more about our commercial restoration services by calling SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties at 606-877-2160.

Emergency Damage Means Business Interruption EXCEPT when you call SERVPRO

4/29/2019 (Permalink)

Being a commercial property owner is challenging enough without the added stress of worrying over property damages or emergency situations. 

Our promise at SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties is to make sure to help keep your business interruption to a minimum. 

Water and Fire Damage 

We can begin as soon as you give us the go ahead because we are a local business in your community. We make sure the work begins as quickly as possible so your staff does not miss days of work and your business does not miss revenue making days.

Product Restoration

Beside cleaning or drying services, SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties is able to assist with furniture and equipment relocation, computer and machinery restoration, document restoration and long term storage if needed. 

When damage affects your business, trust your local SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties to keep your operations running and to make your loss “Like it never even happened.”

Commercial Cleaning, Let Us Help You

4/29/2019 (Permalink)

Schedule a commercial HVAC cleaning for your business today! Don't let dust and allergens into your business.

Our Main Services

SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties is known for its work with fire and water restoration. Some may even know us for working with mold cases. 

Did you know that SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties does floor to ceiling cleaning too? We can do one time only cleanings or we can get a contract going for more for your business.

Regularly Scheduled Cleanings

We have several commercial businesses who are on our scheduled for regularly scheduled cleanings. We go into their business during after hours or during, and take care of the cleaning that your staff does not or cannot do. We work in factories and take care of HVAC cleanings or hard to reach places for the regular employee. 

Our trained staff of technicians knows how to reach those hard to clean places to make your commercial business cleaner for employees, and for any customers that could visit your property.

Reconstruction needs for your Business

4/17/2019 (Permalink)

When you business hits a certain mark, updates are a natural occurrence. 

You may not have had any kind of damages to the building, but you want to update it to make your customers needs and wants. 

Our reconstruction division can help you get the upgrades you need. We have access to the best in flooring, paint, drywall, and fixtures that could get your business to the next level. 

We can get you the best prices for the best quality. We treat our customers like family, and we want better for your business. 

When it comes to reconstruction you want someone you trust to help you rebuild, or revamp. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties reconstruction division is here to help! Our team is ready to get you the business of your dreams. 

Post-Construction Cleanup

9/27/2018 (Permalink)

Call us for your post-construction cleaning!

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties have built a reputation on trust.

Your local SERVPRO's are professional and fast to provide you with your post-construction clean needs. 

We have worked on school's, hotel's and other commercial businesses. We are equipped to handle mitigation issues --and even restoration services for water, mold, and smoke damages. We offer de-humidification as a part of our post-construction cleanup. We know there could be moisture issues, and we are trained to provide those services during your time of need. 

We want your first impression of SERVPRO and our services to be the best one yet. 

We are open 24/7, 365 and we are here to help make your post-construction cleaning and other needs "Like it never even happened."

Have you gotten your ducts cleaned recently?

8/28/2018 (Permalink)

Sometimes we only think of HVAC cleanings for our own home. We want to keep our family happy and healthy. So, why not extend the same services to our customers. Dirty ducts can circulate mold, odor, and other contaminants throughout the building. Here are some concrete reasons why cleaning those ducts is the best way to go: 

Allergies- We all carry allergies through our lives. Flowers, grass, and other natural things in nature flare up our stuffy noses. Dust is another contaminant that can flare our allergies up which is why cleaning those ducts helps prevent those in our customers, employees, and our own selves.

Pets- We all love our four legged friends, but they shed. And, where does that hair go?                  It can head straight to our air ducts. 

Efficiency- During the drastic weather months of cold and hot, we want our ducts to run smoothly and efficiently. Did you know that getting your ducts cleaned can save you money, because like everything else, it works better when it's cleaned out.

We want the best possible service for our customers and calling SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties to clean your ducts is a great place to start!

What's that smell?

6/26/2018 (Permalink)

Contact us for your fire, smoke, soot, and other smell removal.

Are you a business owner or in charge of a commercial property? Have you ever noticed any smells that could be pushing away business or a nuisance?

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is here to help! We provide Odor Removal and Deodorization to our customers. We are expertly trained in getting rid of those smells that make you want to leave a business --or even worse, fear for your employees and customers for those harmful odors.  

We can identify and eliminate those offensive odors. We know it can lead to the worst of times with customers when there's a bad smell in the air. 

Call your local SERVPRO --we have ozone machines and other techniques to get your property back to smelling "Like it never even happened." 

What Do You Need When Your Commercial Property has Fire Damage?

5/3/2018 (Permalink)

A before/ after of a Dry Ice Blasting damage to a hotel.

Commercial Property owners of London, Somerset, Corbin, and Science Hill: if you have fire damages to your property you should call SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties to Dry Ice Blast the damage. 

Here are 5 benefits of having SERVPRO Dry Ice Blast for your commercial property: 

1. A Dry Cleaning Process: It is a completely dry process because the dry ice pellets consist of CO2 and vaporize immediately on contact to clean the surface of the fire damage. 
2. No Waste Disposal: This system produces no waste product with no hazardous chemicals used, so only the coating that has been removed needs to be disposed of, and can be swept or vacuumed from the floor.
3. Environmentally Friendly: Dry Ice Blasting is completely non-toxic and cuts costs connected with disposal of products.
4. No Abrasion: This process is non-abrasive, so it treats surfaces gently. There is no wear and tear from steel brushes, scrapers, or other blasting materials. 
5. Improved Production Quality: Dry Ice Blasting often allows for your production equipment to be cleaned while in operation --cutting cost of downtime.

Dry Ice Blasting?

5/3/2018 (Permalink)

Dry Ice Blasting is a type of service that a lot of commercial properties in our area utilize to clean their equipment or fire damage. There are several examples of what dry ice blasting looks like to different industries. 

Here are five examples of industries that use dry ice blasting for their fire and equipment damage: 

• Fire Damage Restoration
• Equipment Maintenance 
• Food Industry
• Printing Industry
• Hotel Industry

Those are only a few examples, but there are plenty more. If you commercial property needs SERVPRO to look at the damages, call us today at (606) 877-2160. We give free estimates, and our dry ice blasting is a great opportunity to get your equipment or fire damage clean with an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional cleaning methods.

Fire Damage needs for your Commercial Property

5/1/2018 (Permalink)

Many fire, soot, or smoke damages can create odors lasting for years upon years. We have a trained team of professionals who can cleanup your odors in our process of Deodorization.

Smoke travels throughout various materials when a fire is burning in a building. Unless, fast professional action is taken it can leave permanent damage. Luckily, the trained team at SERVPRO know just how to help with your smoke, soot, and fire damage. 

We have machines that are specifically made to eliminate odors in the air. We have special equipment called Ozone Machines. They disinfect, kill, and remove dangerous particles in a specific environment like your commercial property. 

Any fire in your facility is bad. Let SERVPRO make it "Like it never even happened." Call us today at (606) 877-2160.

Are You Ready for Any Emergency?

3/5/2018 (Permalink)

We hope you don't have to call us, but if you do SERVPRO is here to help with your water or fire damage in London, Somerset, Science Hill, and Corbin!

Uh-Oh, there's been an emergency water or fire damage to your business. Do you know the local water company, or who to call to make the decisions, or your local SERVPRO's number? If you answered no to any of these questions --we have just the ticket for you! 

SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties offers an Emergency Ready Profile (ERP) service for it's customers. It's an App that files important pictures and information of your business. And, the best part --it's complimentary!

Think you're interested in getting and ERP for your business or want more information --call our Commercial Marketing Representative at (606) 877-2160. She's here to help get you disaster ready!

SERVPRO has come full circle –the grocery store effect.

10/3/2017 (Permalink)

A look at our Commercial fire damage at the Kroger in Somerset, Kentucky. We cleaned and removed smoke and soot damaged items and areas.

On a recent trip to Birmingham, our marketing team got to meet with Stan Richardson. Stan spoke of SERVPRO’s first ever commercial job. A grocery store in their previous placement in Alabama had caught fire and needed remediation fast. Stan and the SERVPRO team had never done commercial work before so it was a completely new experience. Stan got a team together, and they cleaned the fire up within ten days of the initial first notice of loss.

Now, fast forward more than twenty years later, and SERVPRO completes some of the biggest commercial jobs in the restoration field. We travel far and wide sometimes for commercial work, but we are most proud when we can help our local communities. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties partnered with another local SERVPRO and completed a fire job in Somerset, Kentucky recently. And, what are the odds, it was a grocery store. SERVPRO has come a long way from the first commercial job, but the motto has always been the same. Whether it’s Somerset, London, or even Birmingham, Alabama; we are here to make your disasters “Like it never even happened.”  

From the Bluegrass to Birmingham –the Pulaski and Laurel Counties girls headed South!

8/29/2017 (Permalink)

On August 28^th, one of our owners –Julie Roberts, and part of our marketing team --Ashley Kovaleski and Kelsey White went to SERVPRO of Birmingham, Alabama. The girls traveled over seven hours to reach one of the most historic SERVPRO’s in the U.S.

SERVPRO® of Birmingham began 33 years ago with nothing more than a green clean dream!  David Wilson and his team started their SERVPRO from the ground up in Tallahassee, and are still serving Alabama today! While the girls were at SERVPRO® of Birmingham, they trained with some of the top professionals in their field.

While at SERVPRO® of Birmingham, they even got to meet the first SERVPRO Marketing Representative, Stan Richardson, who started with this team from the beginning. He told them about his first commercial job, and how it changed the industry as we know it. A local grocery store had caught fire and while they had never done a commercial property before they took the opportunity to help in their community. They got the job completed in ten days, and thus began the commercial side of SERVPRO.

The SERVPRO experience is unique to say the least, but being around a group of professionals who have the same passion about helping others through disaster is one that cannot be replicated. No matter what state you’re in, SERVPRO strives to make your disasters “Like it never even happened.”

Commercial business owners of Pulaski and Laurel Counties: Need an HVAC cleaning? SERVPRO is Here to Help!

6/30/2017 (Permalink)

Get your commercial ducts cleaned today!

Sometimes we only think of HVAC cleanings for our own home. We want to keep our family happy and healthy. So, why not extend the same services to our customers. Dirty ducts can circulate mold, odor, and other contaminants throughout the building. All businesses should have their HVAC scoped to see if it needs cleaning from a professional. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is Here to Help! The SERVPRO difference can help with many dirty duct problems including: reducing potential mold growth, helping restore energy efficiency, and eliminate odors. Those are only a few differences a clean duct can make, call SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties at (606) 877-2160 to see the difference for yourself!

We want the best possible service for our customers and calling SERVPRO to clean your ducts is a great place to start!

Minimizing Business Interruption with SERVPRO

5/5/2017 (Permalink)

One of the biggest challenges a business faces when dealing with an unfortunate structural damage issue is business interruption.  How does the office continuing operating?  What happens to inventory on-hand and supply orders?  Is the business able to continue servicing customers?  These concerns are stressful not only for owners and executives, but also the employees counting on their jobs.  At SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties it is our primary focus to minimize or eliminate business interruption issues so that our clients are able to continue their normal business functions for their clients and staff.  Beside cleaning or drying services, SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is able to assist with furniture and equipment relocation, computer and machinery restoration, document restoration and long term storage if needed.  When damage affects your business, trust your local SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties to keep your operations running and to make your loss “Like it never even happened.”

No Building is “Too Big” for SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties

5/5/2017 (Permalink)

Don’t let the orange house logo fool you – the professionals at SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties have the experience and capability to handle projects of all sizes including commercial buildings.  From factories and warehouse, to school buildings and hospitals, our team has the equipment, knowledge and understanding to handle any size commercial project.  Our commercial clients trust us because we understand their business operation needs.  Our training gives us the knowledge to handle any situation from water damage to smoke damage to content restoration and relocation. SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is able to assess the situation, quickly develop a plan of action, and work with all key parties in executing and communicating during each phase of the project.  Available to work 24 hours a day, 7 days of week – we provide a valuable resource to facilities of all sizes during a time of need.  Call us today at 606- 877-2160 for any of your commercial needs or to schedule a meeting to discuss. 

SERVPRO Attends Kentucky Housing Authority Annual Maintenance Conference

5/4/2017 (Permalink)

Marketing Manager Ashley Kovaleski and Marketing Rep April Goodin are pictured with 3 gentlemen from the Somerset Housing Authority

This year, members of our sales team from London, Richmond, and Prestonsburg were pleased to be able to attend the Kentucky Housing Authority’s Annual Maintenance Conference which was held April 10^th through April 13^th in Bowling Green, KY.   Topics this year included HVAC and EPA Certification, Repair and Troubleshoot Gas and Electric Water Heaters, Carbon Monoxide and Fire Safety, Gas and Electric Furnace Repair and Troubleshooting, and Lead Paint Renovation Certification to name a few.  The Kentucky Housing Association (KHA) has been serving Kentucky since 1937 and we are proud to support them as an active restoration vendor.  KHA provides multiple yearly opportunities for its members to gain industry training and knowledge in the field of housing. 

While in attendance, our SERVPRO marketing team had the opportunity to talk with many of Kentucky’s housing maintenance professionals including members of the Richmond Housing Authority, Somerset Housing Authority, and Martin Housing Authority. Topics discussed included biohazard clean-up, meth lab decontamination, fire remediation, dehumidification and water extraction, and mold mitigation and remediation.

When it comes to providing restoration services to housing complexes, SERVPRO® of Pulaski and Laurel Counties is ready for any size disaster!

National Preparedness Month Focuses Home and Business Owners on Advance Planning for Disaster Recovery

9/12/2016 (Permalink)

Check out our Ready Plan website at ready.servpro.com, or call our office to have a Servpro Representative come to your property to help set up a plan

SERVPRO offers property owners no-cost tools for preparing a disaster readiness Plan

London, KY- (Grassroots Newswire) 9-12-16  Each September, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) sponsors an awareness event—National Preparedness Month (http://www.ready.gov/September)—to encourage both home and business owners to review and update their emergency preparedness and business and life continuity plans. Julie Roberts, owner of SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties, encourages London, Somerset, and Corbin property owners to take advantage of the information available from FEMA, because advance planning is critical in dealing with and recovering from the unexpected.

“Most home and business owners have taken basic precautions to protect life and property in the event of an emergency like flooding, fire, wind damage, or even malicious attacks,” said Roberts. “In many cases, building codes require clearly marked emergency exits, fire extinguishers, fire and flood drills, and similar preparations. But the missing link for many property owners is a comprehensive emergency plan that provides first responders with the information they need to deal with the emergency quickly and effectively, like the location of shut-off valves, fire suppression system controls, and emergency contact numbers.”

SERVPRO offers tools for both commercial and residential property owners to help address this problem. Business and home owners alike can download the free SERVPRO READY app, and store time-critical contact and property information electronically, in advance, where it can be accessed with a mobile device in seconds if disaster strikes. In addition, when a business designates their local SERVPRO Franchise Professional as their disaster mitigation and restoration provider, SERVPRO professionals will conduct a no-cost assessment of the facility and assist the owner in completing a comprehensive Emergency READY Profile® (ERP). The ERP includes information about emergency contact numbers, priority and high/risk areas, shut-off valve locations and more that can then be stored in the READY app.

“The most effective response to any emergency is a fast response,” says Roberts, “and that means having critical information available and ready to access at a moment’s notice. FEMA statistics* show that as many as 40 percent of businesses never reopen after a major flood disaster. Minimizing downtime and repairs with a quick, effective response effort can help prevent this type of outcome for businesses and can also help families put their homes and lives back on track in less time and with less stress. Creating a READY profile in advance with SERVPRO’s no-cost tools is well worth the time.”

SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties specializes in disaster restoration, cleanup and repair services, helping to remediate damage, making it “Like it never even happened,” for both commercial and residential customers. For more information on SERVPRO® of Pulaski & Laurel Counties, please call 606-877-2160 or www.SERVPROofpulaskilaurel.com.  For more information on the SERVPRO® and the SERVPRO® Emergency READY Program, please visit www.ready.SERVPRO.com.

*www.fema.gov/protecting-your-businesses

About SERVPRO®

Founded in 1967, the SERVPRO® Franchise System is a leader and provider of fire and water cleanup and restoration services and mold mitigation and remediation. SERVPRO’s professional services network of more than 1,700 individually owned and operated Franchises responds to property damage emergencies ranging from small individual disasters to multi-million dollar large-loss events. Providing coverage in the United States and Canada, the SERVPRO® System has established relationships with major insurance companies and commercial clients, as well as individual homeowners.

Franchises named CAPA Mentors

12/3/2015 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Pulaski & Laurel Counties is honored to announce that we have been named one of 35 franchises recognized as a Commercial Accounts Program Mentor.  As the SERVPRO brand grows, our reputation has changed from a residential fire and water restoration company to a restoration company that is “Ready for Whatever Happens”. 

Because of this success, both locally and nationally, the need for standardized systems to help develop and deliver consistency in the commercial marketplace for disaster recovery services exists.  It has been inspiring to be able to help develop these systems, the training, and help utilize innovative software, sales principles, and structured business practices needed to help establish a Commercial Accounts Program nationally. 

It is even more rewarding to be able to help assist franchises through this mentorship program who are newer to commercial disaster recovery, and may need help.  We have committed to help any SERVPRO franchise who selects us as a Commercial Accounts Program Mentor with any assistance needed on a commercial loss, regardless of size.  From managing and producing these losses to scoping, sales, estimation, or resource management, our local team is “Ready for Whatever happens”.  Our team believes in the unilateral vision from our corporate office that these losses need to be structured and systematic, and consistent from coast to coast. 

We are committed to using our knowledge, gained right here in Central and Eastern Kentucky, to help those who have clients in need.  We want to take the time to thank each of our clients, both residential and commercial alike, for all of the support given to us over the years.  Without you, our passion of serving those int heir time of need could not happen, and we are eternally grateful.