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Flames and Fun: Staying Safe | SERVPRO of Bartow County
8/11/2022 (Permalink)
If you have experienced fire or smoke damage, contact SERVPRO of Bartow County.
Making family memories is a cornerstone of the summer season. Grilling, s’mores and bonfires are all fun activities that can be enjoyed in our backyards.
In order to have these fun times and make memories, fire is used frequently! We use it for bonfires, meals, pest control or as a way to stay warm when the sun goes down.
Even when we practice safe fire practices, lighting a fire always carries some element of risk. The National Park Service states that nearly 85% of wildfires are started by humans.
Understanding fire risk doesn’t mean you can’t still have bonfires, enjoy grilled corn or burn your yard debris. With some simple measures taken to ensure you are burning responsibly every time, you can continue to safely enjoy your backyard fires.
Recreational Fire Risks
Any time an open flame is used, it carries a risk, but grills, campfires, fireworks and portable fire pits carry the largest risk for starting unwanted outdoor fires. On average, grills start 8,800 home fires each year. These fires are mostly started due to user error, so being very careful and checking on gas lines and propane tanks before lighting anything is a great first step.
If you are enjoying a campfire, build it with approved wood only and choose a safe location away from any buildings or wood piles. Keep it simple with matches or lighters, and put down that tempting gas can.
Portable fire pits have increased in popularity over the years, so if you are an owner of one of these convenient pits, it should never be placed on a wooden surface or below an overhang.
You should only be burning approved firewood, even though it can be an easy way to get rid of debris or paper waste as well.
Even though the 4th of July holiday has already passed for the year, if you are using fireworks for any upcoming celebration, practice proper firework safety. Georgia law allows firework use any day of the year, with certain limitations.
Other Fire Risks
If you live on a property that has a lot of trees and leaf drop in the fall, it can be necessary to burn off this debris in order to stay on top of the yard work.
Before starting any fires, make sure you are checking the local burn bans and avoiding the summer months when most of the counties in Georgia are in a burn ban.
Keeping a clear yard and cleaning out dead grass and foliage is an essential part of protecting your home from unwanted flames. Understanding what to burn and following basic fire safety regulations can lower your risk.
Gasoline in your garage can also be a source of a fire. Only use approved containers to store and dispense it, and you should always make sure it is out of reach of your children. Gasoline should never be used for anything other than fuel for your cars or lawn equipment.
Lastly, make sure you are checking weather conditions and avoiding burning on a very windy day or when it is particularly dry. Skip the project and wait for better conditions.
If you do experience a house or garage fire, give SERVPRO of Bartow County a call. Our trained crews know how to properly tackle any fire damages and we will get you back into your home as quickly as we can.
Burn safely outdoors. And save some chocolate for us! If you have experienced fire or smoke damage, contact us today to get restoration started faster.
Safeguard Your Home While on Vacation | SERVPRO of Bartow County
7/25/2022 (Permalink)
If your home is damaged while you are on vacation, SERVPRO of Bartow County can reverse the damage!
Your vacation is supposed to be a soothing escape from the stresses of everyday life, but a problem at home, such as inclement weather or water damage, can prevent you from fully enjoying your trip. The best way to make your retreat stress-free is to prepare your home beforehand for any hazards that could affect your property.
Find out how your home could be damaged while on vacation and what you can do to prevent any accidents.
What Could Happen While You’re Away?
Many homeowners leave their homes for vacation despite the fact that there is a leak developing in the house. This seemingly minor leak can cause extensive water damage, and the worst part is that you'd be unaware of it because you'd be out of town!
This is why it’s best to take precautions and take care of any hazards before leaving to enjoy your well-deserved vacation.
Shut off your water. There is usually no reason to keep your water running while you’re away for vacation, so turning it off can keep water damage from occurring. Shutting off your main water valve can keep pipes from bursting or leaking and keep you from returning to a home doused in the water!
Check the weather before leaving. Severe weather doesn’t wait for you to get back from your vacation! Conditions like heavy rain, strong winds and floods can sweep through while you’re away and ruin your unprepared property. Before leaving for your vacation, double-check your local weather forecasts to ensure no adverse weather is expected to strike your community.
Clear your gutters and drains. Cleaning your gutters and downspouts is a good habit to have even when you don’t plan on going out of town. Clear your gutters of leaves and any other outdoor debris to ensure water can flow properly if it were to rain while you’re gone.
Prevent accidental flames. The last thing you’d want to happen while you are relaxing out of town is an unexpected fire breaking out at home! Ensure smoke alarms are in good working order before leaving by checking that the batteries are still good. And unplugging as many electronics you don’t plan on using can not only prevent flames from breaking out but also save you some money on your electric bill.
If your home is damaged while you are on vacation, SERVPRO of Bartow County can reverse the damage! We can inspect the damage and return your home to its pre-disaster condition. Contact Us for more information.
Why Choose SERVPRO of Bartow County
7/18/2018 (Permalink)
Insurance agencies and adjusters have an obligation to keep the cost of claims low while still delivering the level of coverage outlined in your particular policy. SERVPRO of Bartow County is uniquely qualified to help you through a water, fire, or mold claim and understands your situation. We can help your insurance agent and adjuster keep claims cost down while still providing the best service possible to our customers.
Emergency Response to Claims
Restoring property is the SERVPRO's first priority. Customers appreciate immediate response and regain control of the hectic situation that a home insurance claim can cause, and your insurance company will know everything is being done to limit the damage through industry leading trained professionals that document the work preformed.
Pretesting Reduces Claims Expense
Restoring property is less expensive than replacing property. Claims Professionals know the rule is, "Restore whenever possible, replace only when necessary." SERVPRO Franchise Professionals make sure pretesting is completed on every loss to determine restorability. This process helps insure that the restoration process is runs smoothly, efficiently, and in a timely manor. After all SERVPRO of Bartow County's goal is to get our customers back into their homes or businesses with as little disruption as possible. By adhering to this principle we can provide great customer service while maintaining both effective and economical options to your adjuster and agent.
Claims Inventory Service
SERVPRO can provide an itemized loss inventory. You will receive an Excel formatted report and pictures of important items.
Electronic Claims Information
Our Claims Information Center provides fast, accurate information you need to make sound decisions, including:
- A Complete Electronic Job File.
- First Notice of Loss
- Detailed Estimate
- Digital Loss Photos
- Scanned Forms and Paperwork
- All delivered by email or hard copy
- On-line Access to All Files
- New Assignments
- Pending Jobs
- Completed Jobs
- Informative Reports to Improve Results
- Job Cost Data
- Performance Comparison to Industry Standard.
Superior, Time-Tested Training
Effective training is the best way to help ensure your customers receive the service they deserve. Franchises are trained to IICRC standards in Fire and Water Cleanup and Restoration. In addition, continuing education classes are available to Franchise Professionals and Insurance Clients at our state of the art IICRC Approved Training Facility.
Vendor Qualification Compliance and Professionalism
If you call SERVPRO of Bartow County, we will use only qualified vendors to service your home or business. This is a commitment we have made to insurance providers which results in:
- A locally owned company with the backing of national call center to achieve prompt handling of claims and 24/7 customer service
- Implementation of best practices and job process programs
- National Accounts qualification criteria and annual compliance checks
- Crew and vehicle standards
- File documentation requirements
- Quality assurance program
Serving Adjusters and Their Clients
A SERVPRO's job is to reassure the customer, perform quality service and to report to both you and insurance adjusters quickly. An Adjusters job is to interpret the policy and adjust the claim... and not to deal with problems from vendors! Working together we strive to save adjusters time so that they can focus on priority files, while having complete control of every loss they are assigned. 24-hour emergency response, damage mitigation, loss assessment, and an electronic file are available to them within hours.
Hard-earned results have made SERVPRO the leader in the fire and water cleanup and restoration industry. The SERVPRO System is geared to achieve customer satisfaction and mitigation results which contributes to insurance company's customer retention and competitive advantage.
Call SERVPRO of Bartow County (770) 387-7455
Whether you are an insurance professional or property owner, SERVPRO of Bartow County has proven itself to be your most reliable and trusted restoration company in the Cartersville area.
Proud to have served the following areas for 5+ years:
The SERVPRO Difference
9/12/2016 (Permalink)
Making it like it never even happened.
The People, Experience, Training and Equipment to make it "Like it never even happened."
The People - With over 10,000 quality teammates nationwide, SERVPRO Franchise Professionals are availible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Experience - SERVPRO is a Franchise System with over 40 years of leadership in fire and water cleanup and restoration. Our track record of results has earned us the trust of the insurance industry, countless homeowners, commercial property managers and in one unforgettable instance, even the Pentagon.
The Training - Franchise Professionals undergo extensive fire restoration training an d certification SERVPRO Industries, Inc. offers an IICRC-approved school to help ensure our training meets and exceeds accepted industry standards.
The Equipment - With over 5,000,000 square feet of building space, housing over 140,000 pieces of cleaning and restoration equipment, SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have the resources to help you take back control of your life.
Lower Recovery Cost- The SERVPRO SYSTEM Helps Save Money
Mitigation requires quick action. The faster SERVPRO of Bartow County arrives on-site to preform cleanup and restoration, the better the results - including lower claim costs.
- Emergency Mitigation Services help minimize additional property damges.
- Restoration versus replacement of contents saves heirlooms and money too.
- Restorable contents will be cleaned and deodorized to preloss condition when possible.
Call SERVPRO of Bartow County at (770) 424-0400 for all of your restoration and mitigation needs!!!
A History of Trust and Professionalism
9/12/2016 (Permalink)
SERVPRO Corporate Headquarters
Founded in 1967, the SERVPRO Industries, Inc. Franchise System is a national leader of fire, water, mold and other specialty clean up and restoration services. SERVPRO's professional network of more than 1,500 Franchises has responded to property damage emergencies ranging from multi-million dollar disasters such as the Pentagon, to those suffered by individual businesses and homes. Providing coverage nationally, SERVPRO franchise Professionals have established relationships with major insurance companies and commercial clients nationwide.
Following Tremendous growth in the late 1990's Entrepreneur Magazines ranked SERVPRO the #1 Franchiser in the restoration industry in 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007. In April 2005, SERVPRO moved to a new 140,000 square foot facility in Gallatin, TN. The state-of-the-art building houses a newly designed training facility and National Call Center.
You Can Trust SERVPRO!
- SERVPRO Franchise Professionals have been helping home and business owners recover from fire damages across the United States since 1967.
- Over 1,500 Franchises Nationwide. 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 National Call Center served over 300 insurance and property management companies and their clients nationwide in the last year alone.
- 24-Hour emergency service. In our business you need us fast! The sooner we arrive , the better the chance we can reduce damage and save money, Franchise Professionals are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 365 days a year.
- A Trained, uniformed and equipped SERVPRO Franchise Professional will walk you through the job process and then work quickly to restore your property to pre-loss condition whenever possible.
From large commercial environments to small residential losses, SERVPRO Franchise Professionals understand your loss is the job that matters most! We will be happy to provide references so you can feel confident that SERVPRO is the best system to service your needs.
SERVPRO of Bartow County for all of your restoration and mitigation needs!!!
(770) 387-7455
Now Hiring Production Helper
6/29/2016 (Permalink)
We are looking for an energetic, hard working individual to assist our production technicians on water, mold, and fire losses. this position is full time and requires no experience. Please email your resume to employment9265@yahoo.com to apply.
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