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Why Choose SERVPRO?
8/4/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach is here to help 24/7/365
Call us today 562-506-4992
With so many local businesses in our SoCal community, you would select SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach because you are in need of either commercial or residential specialty cleaning services that a typical maid or janitor company may not offer. You will want to hire us because our IICRC certified team is well trained to be quick to identify an emergency property cleanup need over an issue that can be scheduled and attended to during normal business hours. If you are unsure what your specific need is for, you can trust that our years of experience will add up to your benefit when our professional protocol and recommendations are reviewed at the time of inspection. Then we get right to work. We will even assist with the claims process if that route is needed. The big difference that you will experience, is that we care. We care about you, we care about your project, we care about our community, and we care about our reputation. We are here to help with the property issue you are facing. Check out our online reviews and call today to learn more! 562-506-4992
SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach offers the following:
Emergency Restoration:
- Water restoration
- Water pipe rupture cleanup
- Water flooding extraction
- Water removal
- Sewage removal
- Catastrophic wind and storm response
- Post water mitigation dry out of the structure (dehumidification)
- Fire restoration
- Smoke and soot removal of structure and contents
- Secure and stabilize post-fire
- Board ups
Non-Emergency Restoration:
- Mold inspections
- Mold removal
- Mold testing
- Post plumbing repairs
- Pack out of belongings during the repair phase
- Content inventories
- Off sight cleaning of contents
- Drying of electronics, equipment, documents, and/or art
- Pack back of belongings post-construction
Specialty Cleaning:
- Odor removal
- Methodical and detailed structural cleaning of ceilings, walls, contents, and floors
- Flooring, carpets, curtains, blinds, and upholstery
- HVAC cleaning
- Attic cleaning
- Crawlspace pump out, sewage removal
- Vandalism cleanup and repairs
- Crime scene/biohazard cleaning
- High content - hoarding experts
Reconstruction:
- Post water damage
- Post-fire damage
- Post mold remediation
- Post-storm damage
- Haul away, demolition, debris removal
- Repairs to structure and/or building materials
What does SERVPRO stand for?
8/4/2022 (Permalink)
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Good question! In short, SERVPRO stands for ‘service professionals’ which encompasses the goal of exceeding even the highest of customer service expectations.
SERV is an abbreviation for service because not only are we in the service industry but our goal is to provide the best possible service to each of our customers. This may not always be easy when stress levels are high after damages have occurred unexpectedly at your home or business but regardless, our entire team is here to help you through the entire process of cleanup and restoration.
PRO is an abbreviation for professionals because we are extremely well trained, have many years of experience, and specialize specifically in the restoration industry. Our team holds certifications in each required aspect of specialty cleaning including the IICRC who sets the industry standards for mitigation and water damage drying and cleanup.
Some think our company name may be spelled Serve-Pro or Surf Pro as many times in the past, we have received phone calls from individuals looking to buy a new surfboard or other surfing supplies… and we kindly explain the nature of our services is that of emergency property damages due to Storm, Fire, Water, Mold, Vandalism, and now the Coronavirus. We are proud to be SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach, serving our Southern California community. If you are in need of any of our service professional specialty cleaning services, call today 562-506-4992
Increase Peace of Mind & Safety
7/7/2022 (Permalink)
Carpet cleaning commercial building after excess moisture detected
Business interruptions can be prevented, but there are instances where only so much can be done. Burglary or theft, for example, can strike at any given time and may need board up services or reconstruction depending on the extensiveness of damage caused. On the other hand, we have wide spread emergencies, such as COVID19, that swept the nation rather quickly. In these situations, an extensive & thorough cleaning should be performed throughout the facility.
The list that follows is a quick insight into some of the services offered by SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach.
- Commercial Cleaning
- Carpet Cleaning
- Mold Remediation
- Fire Restoration
- Water Restoration
- Content Move Out/Move Back
For further information or for an in depth explanation of what we do, feel free to contact us at (562)506-4992. The opportunity for exceptional emergency services is just a call away.
Why Choose SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach?
7/7/2022 (Permalink)
We are an IICRC Certified Firm
SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach 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 Northwest Long Beach
SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach 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.
Questions answered A to Z
7/6/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO is often called out to a home to conduct an initial inspection of damage and there are often many questions the customer has from the start. The main question being, what is involved in the water mitigation process? Here at SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach, our trained professionals begin by conducting a formal inspection of the water loss and the affected areas of the property. Our technicians will use a moisture reader to determine the areas that need drying and will then determine what equipment and how many to effectively dry the home in a timely manner.
While it is important to dry the structure quickly, we also want to make sure everything is done properly and sometimes this requires extra processes to get the best results. We communicate every step of the process with your insurance company to make sure all approvals have been received and that they are aware of any necessary procedures that need to take place to complete the job. It is a team effort to get a property back to the original state and SERVPRO is happy to assist you in getting there
Why Choose SERVPRO?
6/28/2022 (Permalink)
Call SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach
SERVPRO provides residential and commercial water, fire, mold cleanup, and restoration services. SERVPRO also works with specialty services such as biohazard cleanup, document restoration, electronics restoration, dry cleaning, and reconstruction.
Despite the franchise structure, SERVPRO has the capacity and organizational competence to respond to large-scale disasters. SERVPRO is “Faster to any size disaster”, serving 90% of all US zip codes within two hours. SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Emergencies can happen at any time and SERVPRO is always ready to help make it "Like it never even happened." For more information or for immediate assistance, call SERVPRO.
As a trusted leader in the restoration industry, you can depend on SERVPRO, whether you need emergency flood damage restoration or your upholstery cleaned. We have the training, experience, and equipment to make your house feel like home again.
Why SERVPRO
1/25/2021 (Permalink)
Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned
SERVPRO offers both credit and non-credit courses for insurance agents, insurance adjusters and Real Estate professionals. The CE courses provide you with information to better service your customers.
These programs are designed to improve the knowledge of your staff regarding emergency mitigation. Here are some of the CE courses that are offered by SERVPRO
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Understanding Mold in the Restoration Industry
- Restorative Drying for Water Damage
- Mitigation Awareness Response Seminar
- Biohazard Cleanup
Insurance Resources
Continuing Education Courses (CE) are available nearly every month at locations throughout the United States. To review the course offerings, please choose your region below:
The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) certifies and sets the standards for the cleaning and restoration industries. Our Professionals study IICRC standards and best practices in water restoration, fire restoration, mold remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning, and other cleaning and restoration courses. The Employee Certification Training is a voluntary, self-paced program designed for SERVPRO Franchise employees. Certification is awarded after successful completion of course materials and an examination.
Why SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach
1/19/2021 (Permalink)
Deep Cleaning in Long Beach, CA
SERVPRO provides residential and commercial water, fire, mold cleanup, and restoration services. Specialty services are provided by many franchises, such as biohazard cleanup, document restoration, electronics restoration, dry cleaning, and reconstruction.
Despite the franchise structure of numerous relatively small entities, SERVPRO has the capacity and organizational competence to respond to large-scale disasters, including major corporate and government contracts after Hurricane Katrina in 2005[13] and Hurricane Ike in 2008.[14][5] SERVPRO was contracted for drainage and restoration by government, commercial entities and numerous households after the 2010 Tennessee floods.[15] Similarly, SERVPRO was involved in restoration and reconstruction after Superstorm Sandy
A testimony from a customer: Thank you very much for introducing me to Henry and his team at SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach. Very pleased! The team were all very polite and professional, assisted each other as needed. Very stained room looks brand new! I look forward to working with you again. For more detail contact out office at 562-506-4992
Why SERVPRO
1/9/2021 (Permalink)
Fleet Vehicle.
SERVPRO has been redefining the mitigation and restoration. The National Training Center teaches restoration and mitigation skills to Franchise Owners and insurance industry employees.
SERVPRO franchise receives a certificate after completion of course materials and an examination, Including; Crew Training, Fire Restoration, Water Restoration, Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.
A 15 day in-house, hands-on training program at our corporate training facility, designed primarily for franchise employees, Including; Fire Restoration, Water Restoration, Mold Mitigation.
The IICRC, or the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, is a certifying body for the cleaning and restoration industry.
SERVPRO is an approved IICRC Training School that offers year-around classes in the following categories; Fire Restoration, Water Restoration, Applied Structural Drying.
The Employee Certification Training is a voluntary, self-paced program designed for SERVPRO Franchise employees. Certification is awarded after successful completion of course materials and an examination. Modules include:
- Crew Training
- Fire Restoration
- Water Restoration
- Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Continuing Education Classes
SERVPRO offers both credit and noncredit courses for insurance agents, insurance adjusters, real estate professionals, and Franchise staff. These programs are designed to improve knowledge of emergency mitigation. Courses include:
- Water Damage Restoration
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Understanding Mold in the Restoration Industry
- Restorative Drying for Loss Control
- Mitigation Awareness Response Seminar (non-credit course)
e-Learnings
All of our staff have access to web-based training. This voluntary program is designed to be an ongoing, self-paced coaching series for a Franchise's employees. Video presentations and support materials are followed by a knowledge test at the end of each module. This keeps our technicians and office staff up to speed on industry standards and the professional quality you expect.
In many cleaning and restoration situations, immediate action is needed. With over 1,700 U.S. and Canadian Franchise locations, SERVPRO is strategically positioned to be faster to any size emergency. An immediate response helps to minimize the damage and the cleaning and restoration costs.
Water is particularly invasive, quickly spreading throughout your property and being absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, etc. SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately.
Why SERVPRO Northwest Long Beach
6/16/2020 (Permalink)
Power plant with mold problem after heavy rain.
If you have ever had a disaster in your home whether it was flooding and water damage, fire or smoke damage, discovering mold in a hidden corner, or you have a bat infestation in your attic you might wonder who among all the restoration and clean up companies to call. SERVPRO has over 38 years of experience, highly trained certified technicians, 24-hour emergency service, locally owned and operated, and a trusted leader in the restoration industry. If you don’t believe SERVPRO is the best check it out these testimonials left by some of our customers.
One week ago, Miguel and Moses from SERVPRO came to our house to eradicate a mold issue. They were very professional, knowledgeable, and extremely courteous. They went the extra mile to do a great job and they provided us with the best customer service we could have asked for. Thank you again for the help!
These guys are great! Any emergency is not too large for this SERVPRO of Northwest Long beach and Signal Hill, CA. 24/hrs. A day 360 days a year they are here for you.
Henry and his team are so kind, efficient and skillful. Highly recommend them. We had a leak in the upstairs bathroom that completely damaged the ceiling of the kitchen below and they came in with a plan and took charge in the best way!
I am very glad to share on our experience with SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach. We had a newly discovered mold situation in our house and knew that SERVPRO was a leader in taking care of these situations. I called SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach because of it's location to our home. Our first contact was Henry, Crew Chief, who was very knowledgeable and patient in relaying what the process was and what would be needed to proceed. From there, everyone we came in contact with regarding scheduling and accommodating what was needed to be done was incredible with our questions and making sure we understood and that we were comfortable with the process. The work has been completed. We are very appreciative that SERVPRO kept the work area contained and neat. They were very professional in the cleanup and conscious in ensuring that everything was taken care of throughout this process. I would highly recommend SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach.
Review from our client
6/2/2020 (Permalink)
Water damage from neighbor above.
I had water damage from a condo unit above mine and SERVPRO, Henry, came to my rescue. They were very timely in beginning the repairs and water clean up. Miguel was extremely helpful in providing pictures for my insurance and making sure that the entire damage was dried and restored. It was major damage and it took a few weeks from the day they showed up to the day it was finished. I will definitely keep them in mind for future issues.
Carpet cleaning and deodorization.
3/28/2020 (Permalink)
Carpet cleaning and deodorization due to dog urination in Long Beach, CA
My family and I recently moved to Signal Hill and installed new carpet throughout our home. We have two family pets and one is an elderly rescue dog. Our dog has accidentally urinated through out the downstairs carpet causing a horrible odor.
I called SERVPRO because of their reputation for professionalism, service and results. This location did not disappoint! They were on time, professional and were able to answer all my questions and offer solutions for a very reasonable price.
My carpets seem new again and the odor is gone. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone
Water Mitigation in Long Beach California
3/23/2020 (Permalink)
In the crawl space repairing the busted pipe in Long Beach California
I had a water pipe burst in my house back in June. Initially had another mitigation company come as per recommendations from my plumber. Well that was a mistake. Then I was referred to SERVPRO. Which was a provider that worked with my insurance company. WOW. What a difference in work ethics. They came on time. Left on time. Cleaned up properly. Always called me to let me know when they would be coming. And tried everything to help save my walls and floors. Can not say enough about their hard work and professionalism. I recommend SERVPRO to all and next time I would not waist my time with any other company. Let's hope there is not going to be a next time.
Water damage in Long Beach California
12/8/2019 (Permalink)
I used SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach recently to help mitigate some storm-related damage to my home. I was in a tizzy, but Henry and his team made me feel like I was in good hands. They responded quickly and helped prevent any further damage to my home. They also dealt with my property management, keeping them informed and suggesting best practices for how to handle related repairs. All the employees at SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach were efficient, professional, and friendly. Henry and his team always followed up on what they said they would do. I would very highly recommend them, and they will be the first people I call if I ever have any water-related issues again!
Water damage in Long Beach California
12/8/2019 (Permalink)
I used SERRVPRO of Northwest Long Beach recently to help mitigate some storm-related damage to my home. I was in a tizzy, but Henry and his team made me feel like I was in good hands. They responded quickly and helped prevent any further damage to my home. They also dealt with my property management, keeping them informed and suggesting best practices for how to handle related repairs. All the employees at SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach were efficient, professional, and friendly. Henry and his team always followed up on what they said they would do. I would very highly recommend them, and they will be the first people I call if I ever have any water-related issues again!
Water Damage
11/8/2019 (Permalink)
I had a water pipe burst in my house back in June. Initially had another mitigation company come as per recommendations from my plumber. Well that was a mistake. Then I was referred to SERVPRO. Which was a provider that worked with my insurance company. WOW. What a difference in work ethics. They came on time. Left on time. Cleaned up properly. Always called me to let me know when they would be coming. And tried everything to help save my walls and floors. Can not say enough about their hard work and professionalism. I recommend SERVPRO to all and next time I would not waist my time with any other company. Let's hope there is not going to be a next time. Thanks SERVPRO.
Why We’re Leaders in Fire Restoration | SERVPRO® of Northwest Long Beach
11/6/2019 (Permalink)
Having a fire preparedness plan is important at any time of year, but experts advise to be extra vigilant as winter approaches. December and January have the highest rate of house fires according to the Red Cross’ reporting, which makes it a great time to ensure you are prepared.
Every household member knowing the escape plan for if a fire breaks out is of the utmost importance to remain safe during a fire. After the flames are extinguished, knowing what to do next will help you speed your recovery along—mainly, knowing what restoration company to call in order to have your home and belongings restored.
We Clean Up Thoroughly After a FireHaving your home restored quickly will help you regain your sense of normalcy and aid the emotional recovery that often follows a house fire. With our three-step cleaning method, we can make sure your structure, belongings and air quality are sanitized and safe for use, so you can go back to living and enjoying your life.
Structural Cleaning
Structural restoration is essential for the integrity of your home’s construction, which is why we always start with extensive testing to understand the full extent of the damages. Once this is determined, our technicians will first begin cleaning and removing the damaged material, then start the reconstruction process and preparing for finishes such as paint to be applied.
Content Cleaning
We understand the hassle of replacing all your belongings, and it is generally more expensive as well. That is why we have both wet and dry cleaning equipment so we can restore your items and ensure they are not dangerous to use following a fire. Our advanced equipment allows us to handle a variety of objects such as wood furniture, area rugs and electronics, plus many more.
Deodorization Services
The smoke and soot a fire leaves behind can be extremely hazardous to your health if there is prolonged exposure. That is why we have air purification equipment to not only remove the odors instead of covering them up, but also to remove these dangerous particles completely.
If you’ve been affected by a fire, reach out to us right away! We are here 24⁄7 to help you recover.
Water damage in Long Beach area
9/26/2019 (Permalink)
IT COST ME MORE IN THE LONG RUN.... I had clogged drain lines, a pipe broke and my business flooded, an absolute nightmare, the fear of closing for a long period of time forced me to hire cheap and get fast back to business. I was in a panic and could not afford to close shop. My plumbers did a great job! But, I had no clue the damage sitting water could cause, I learned the hard way. A month after the incident we began to smell a musty odor and continued to linger. Someone suggested that it could be a dead animal in the walls, or behind furniture. We decided to give it a good cleaning, we moved furniture to discover dark spotting outside the bathroom walls. We had MOLD! I decided to investigate as the issue was growing and learned that water is a SOLVENT! I had to call certified experts to resolve this as now my employees and customers would be at risk. Henry and his team came out right away, I was in a panic and their calm demeanor, professional tools and efficiency reassured me that everything would be done fast and RIGHT. Even after everything was done they followed up. I was in the loop with time frames and communication with Edward (Farmer’s agent) was great help in getting things processed with SERVPRO. In retrospect, I should have called SERVPRO at first to handle the flood, and avoid the mold. Henry and his team was great! Thank you!
Fire Damage
5/23/2019 (Permalink)
At the end of a day, do you usually find yourself in the kitchen? It can be a wonderfully versatile place—a place for family and friends to gather, for quality time to be spent and where some delicious eats are cooked up. Yet, unfortunately, the kitchen is also the space where many home fires occur.
Cooking fires rank No. 1 as the source of home fires and injuries, with the leading cause of these kitchen fires reported as unattended cooking.
State Farm paid out over $130 million in homeowners insurance claims related to grease and other cooking fires in 2017. According to the insurance company, these are the worst states for kitchen fires:
- North Carolina
- Texas
- Pennsylvania
- California
- Ohio
- Illinois
- Maryland
- New York
- Alabama
- Georgia
Fire Safety Tips for CookingStaying in the kitchen while cooking is just one of the fire safety precautions you should be observing. Here are some other helpful tips to observe while cooking:
1. Watch the type of clothing you wear when cooking. Does your outfit have long, flowing sleeves or is it big and baggy? It could catch on fire if you aren’t careful while cooking over the stove. It’s best to wear short or close-fitted sleeve shirts and make sure any baggy shirts are tucked in or tied back.
2. Flammable items should be kept away from stovetop. Make sure you don’t have kitchen towels, oven mitts, appliance cords or even curtains too close to the stovetop when cooking. Ideally, anything flammable will be moved away from it.
3. Have your home equipped with a fire extinguisher in/near the kitchen. Hopefully you have at least one fire extinguisher located in your home, ideally one that is near your kitchen. Make sure you know how to properly use the extinguisher, just in case it is ever needed.
4. Resist from throwing hot grease into the garbage can. The grease may not be on fire, but it could be hot enough to cause something in the trash to burn. You should let the grease cool a bit and then dispose of it in an old coffee can. Also, know the smoke points of the oils you cook with. Be sure to never subject a low-smoke point oil to high heat when cooking, as it could catch fire.
5. Make sure there is a fire escape plan established. In the interest of safety, thinking about worst-case scenarios can prepare you and your family for emergency if one were to occur. Go over exit routes and designated meeting points with your family, making sure that everyone knows what to do.
Fire safety in the kitchen is an absolute necessity, as it can help prevent dangerous and destructive cooking fires. If your home has experienced damage from a cooking fire, know that SERVPRO® of Northwest Long Beach is here to make it “Like it never even happened.”
The Winners Choice at the 4th Annual All Claims Golf Invitational and the Claims Professional Appreciation Night!
11/1/2018 (Permalink)
The Winners Choice at the 4th Annual All Claims Golf Invitational and the Claims Professional Appreciation Night!
The Winners Choice at the 4th Annual All Claims Golf Invitational and the Claims Professional Appreciation Night!
Written By: Liz Jimenez
SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach had the great pleasure of being a Sponsor at the 4th Annual All Claims Golf Invitational and the Claims Professional Appreciation Night! Many of the best industry vendors gathered to support the festivities that took place on October 25, 2018.
The wonderful event was hosted by the Claims Education Panel in the City of Fullerton, at the beautiful Coyote Hills Golf Course.
In attendance, were over 300 claims professionals. Festivities started at 9 am with a putting contest that lead into an exciting and competitive golf contest. Dinner proceeded afterwards that lead into rich networking, drinks from multiple bars, a cigar tent and over 300 prizes. DJ Chaz provides excellent music.
The time and energy that it takes to educate prospective policy holders to choose the best for their unique lifestyle and property is hard work, not to mention the facilitation and project management involved when a claim is opened.
Although no one WANTS to have an insurance claim, REST ASSURED, the BEST in the industry has you covered!
The best industry professionals are prepared to serve 24/7 365 days a year!
As a community involved business we aim to engage, support and sponsor organizations benefiting our mutual prospective clients. In effect, always keep us in mind for any business event you may have in mind.
THANK YOU!!