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Let Our Highly Trained Restoration Specialists Restore your Home or Business

3/19/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Manahawkin is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

IICRC Certified Firms must

• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.

• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.

• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.

• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.

• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.

The IICRC Develops The Standards For The Restoration Industry

The IICRC has been the driving force in establishing the main industry standards and reference guides for professional carpet cleaning, water damage restoration and mold remediation. These IICRC standards take years to develop and require the coordination of experts in the field: manufacturers, industry organizations, insurance professionals, training schools, contractors, and public health professionals.

Every five years, the standards are reviewed and updated. The water damage restoration field changes rapidly with advancements in technology and science, and therefore the standards must evolve to keep pace.

About SERVPRO of Manahawkin

SERVPRO of Manahawkin 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 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.

Contents Restoration 

3/1/2018 (Permalink)

Contents Restoration 

When damage strikes, but when it comes to damage, it strikes just more than the physical structure of your home, your personal belongings are in harm's way too. SERVPRO of Manahawkin understands that personal belongings hold a significant value to each and every one of us. With SERVPRO of Manahawkin’s “restore” vesus “replace” mentality, in addition to professional training in restoring contents damaged by water, fire, or mold can help you save money while preserving those invaluable items that cannot be replaced.   

Our Process: 

  • Dry Cleaning - Used for cleaning light residues or to pre-clean prior to wet cleaning. 
  • Wet Cleaning - An effective cleaning method for removing moderate to heavy residues. 
  • Spray and Wipe -Effective for items that can’t withstand wet cleaning. 
  • Foam Cleaning - Used for upholstery fabrics that might shrink or bleed if wet cleaned. 
  • Abrasive Cleaning - Involves agitation of the surface being cleaned. 
  • Immersion Cleaning - Contents are dipped into a bath of the cleaning product. 

It Is Still A New Year

3/1/2018 (Permalink)

We are already three months in to 2018, many of us have already compiled a list of things we wish to accomplish or simply do better than the year before. More often than not, New Year resolutions tend to be goal orientated regarding health and monetary levels, and we have given up already.  So we'll look at something that satisfies both health and monetary... Your Home! Here are 3 things that we believe will not only make you feel better, it will also ease some tension on your pockets: 

  1. Streamlining - Sorting through your stuff is an easy and inexpensive way to remove unnecessary clutter within your home. This will not only make you feel better, it will make your house look better; a clean house is a happy house. 
     
     
  1. Shrink Your Bills - Go Green! Many people tend to think going green is solely based on solar panels, but this is not always the case. You can make the transition by simply cutting down energy use and doing things in a more efficient manner e.g. Install compact fluorescent bulbs and low-flow shower heads. 
  1. Weekly Cleanings - Create a system that allows you to perform weekly cleaning around your house. Preventative maintenance goes along way in protecting your investment (house and household products - accessories). Doing this will increase the life of certain things, such as furniture, carpet etc. 

Starting The New Year Right!

1/3/2017 (Permalink)

Happy New Year!

With entering the new year; 2017, many of us tend to compile a list of things we wish to accomplish or simply do better than the year before. More often than not, New Year resolutions tend to be goal orientated regarding health and monetary levels, so we'll look at something that satisfies both health and monetary... Your Home! Here are 3 things that we believe will not only make you feel better, it will also ease some tension on your pockets:

  1. Streamlining - Sorting through your stuff is an easy and inexpensive way to remove unnecessary clutter within your home. This will not only make you feel better, it will make your house look better; a clean house is a happy house.

  2. Shrink Your Bills - Go Green! Many people tend to think going green is solely based on solar panels, but this is not always the case. You can make the transition by simply cutting down energy use and doing things in a more efficient manner e.g. Install compact fluorescent bulbs and low-flow shower heads.
  3. Weekly Cleanings - Create a system that allows you to perform weekly cleaning around your house. Preventative maintenance goes along way in protecting your investment (house and household products - accessories). Doing this will increase the life of certain things, such as furniture, carpet etc.

For Immediate Service in Ocean County, Call SERVPRO of Manahawkin

6/29/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Manahawkin's Vehicles on a snowy day.

SERVPRO of Manahawkin provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster in Ocean County. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Service
  • Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
  • Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
  • A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
  • Locally Owned and Operated
  • Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment 

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 –(609) 549-0379

Residential Services

Whether your Ocean County home needs emergency flood damage or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us.  Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:

  • Water Damage Restoration
  • Fire Damage Restoration
  • Mold Remediation
  • Storm Damage Restoration
  • Cleaning Services
  • Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for fire or Water damage to strike your Ocean County commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services we have the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business. Learn more about our commercial services: http://www.SERVPROmanahawkin.com/commercial-restoration-cleaning

  • Commercial Water Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Fire Damage Restoration

Our Highly Trained Restoration Specialists can restore your Ocean County Home

6/27/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Manahawkin is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

IICRC Certified Firms must

• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.

• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.

• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.

• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.

• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.

The IICRC Develops The Standards For The Restoration Industry

The IICRC has been the driving force in establishing the main industry standards and reference guides for professional carpet cleaning, water damage restoration and mold remediation. These IICRC standards take years to develop and require the coordination of experts in the field: manufacturers, industry organizations, insurance professionals, training schools, contractors, and public health professionals.

Every five years, the standards are reviewed and updated. The water damage restoration field changes rapidly with advancements in technology and science, and therefore the standards must evolve to keep pace.

About SERVPRO of Manahawkin

SERVPRO of Manahawkin 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 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.

Certifications

  • ABRA Certified Biorecovery Technician course
  • Hazardous Materials Standard training
  • AMRT - Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
  • ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
  • RRRP - Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
  • CCT - Carpet Cleaning Technician
  • WRT - Water Damage Restoration Technician
  • ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program

Housecleaning Tips to Ease Allergies

5/18/2016 (Permalink)

Regular housecleaning can get rid of many allergy triggers and help relieve your symptoms.Here are some ways to keep your house clean and your allergies under control:

  • Vacuum once or twice a week. Make sure your vacuum has a HEPA filter. Some allergens are so small that they pass right through a regular vacuum filter. That means that every time you vacuum, you could be sucking them off the floor and shooting them into the air, where you breathe them in.
  • Cut clutter. Piles of boxes or clothing can trap dust and hide allergens like dust mites and cockroaches.
  • Keep the bathroom free of mold. Scrub the tile regularly. Don't forget the shower curtain, too. You may be able to toss it in the washing machine.
  • Wash sheets weekly in hot water. Make sure it's at least 130 F. That's hot enough to kill dust mites. If your child has allergies, do the same with any washable stuffed animals.
  • Don't use scented cleaners or detergents. If you have allergies, the fragrances in cleaners can trigger symptoms. Look for fragrance-free products instead.
  • Use a damp cloth and mop when cleaning. They'll trap allergens instead of knocking them into the air.
  • Clean outside entryways. Sweep or vacuum. The cleaner your path or patio is, the less likely someone is to track dust or pollen into your house.
  • Take shoes off before you go in the house. That way pollens or other triggers won’t get tracked in.
  • Keep pets out of the bedroom. It's a key way to protect yourself from dander. Don't ever let pets sleep on the bed if you have pet allergies.
  • Use air-conditioning. Instead of opening windows when it’s hot, use the AC. An air conditioner will filter the air, preventing dust, dirt, pollens, molds, and other triggers from getting in.

Cosmetics can be recycled

4/22/2016 (Permalink)

Did you know most cosmetics can be recycled? Think about where your trash goes. It's just another way we can help SERV the world by PROtecting the environment.

Preparing for Earth day!

4/22/2016 (Permalink)

We love all things green so we're preparing for#EarthDay with a few green tips, like this one: Did you know starting a personal/community garden and buying local food makes a huge difference? SERV the world by PROtecting the environment.

Tax Day!!

4/15/2016 (Permalink)

Get some money back on your tax return? Restore that sense of peace at home with a good, deep clean from SERVPRO?.

How to find small items while Vacuuming

4/15/2016 (Permalink)

Need an easy way to find small items? Put old pantyhose over a vacuum, and catch your lost items in the fabric. #QuickTip

Saving your plants from frost

4/8/2016 (Permalink)

It may be spring, but don't let an unexpectedly cold night wreak havoc on your budding flowers. If the temps lower, give them cover.

How to check for drafty windows

4/8/2016 (Permalink)

Regardless of the season, a drafty window can end up costing you some serious $$$. To check your windows, follow this simple tip:

How to check for drafty windows

4/8/2016 (Permalink)

Regardless of the season, a drafty window can end up costing you some serious $$$. To check your windows, follow this simple tip:

How to save water

4/8/2016 (Permalink)

With water shortages becoming an increasing concern around the globe, you can help conserve our planet's most precious resource in your home by following this simple tip to use less water with each flush.

Tips To Avoid Bursting Pipes

12/28/2015 (Permalink)

Water expands and freezes. Before the cold weather approaches, take these precautions to avoid your water from freezing.

  • Wrap outside faucets.
  • Caulk around pipes where they enter the home.
  • Disconnect garden hoses.
  • Drain in- ground sprinkler systems.
  • Shut off & drain your water systemif you are leaving your home for several days.

Internet and phone scam alerts

12/2/2015 (Permalink)

There are a few major scams affecting our area that we want you to be aware of; the IRS scam, where the caller demands money paid or you will be arrested; the Utility scam which advises the victim they are past due and also demands immediate payment usually via a pre- paid card and the Grandparent scam where the caller pretends to be a grandson or granddaughter in an emergency situation also needing money. The following are a few tips to avoid becoming a victim to one of these or other scams.

  • Never give out confidential information such as social security numbers, pin numbers, or passwords.
  • Ask the person on the other end for their credentials and know whom you are talking to.
  • Never make a payment unless you are sure of the recipient.
  • Check credit card, bank statements and your credit report regularly for accuracy or unauthorized purchases.
  • Learn about current scams and report-attempted scams to the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov.