How to Prepare for and Recover From a Coastal Storm | SERVPRO of Huntington

9/15/2024 (Permalink)

Once the storms pass, call SERVPRO of Huntington for a faster response to restore your home.

Coastal storms can be powerful and unpredictable, causing significant damage to homes and businesses in their path. As residents of Huntington, Northport, Greenlawn and surrounding areas, we know all too well the potential impact of these storms.

That’s why it’s crucial to be prepared and know how to recover if disaster strikes. Read on to be prepared for what could be coming our way this season. 

Preparing for the Storm
Keep an eye on weather forecasts and advisories leading up to the storm. Pay attention to updates from local authorities and follow their instructions regarding evacuation orders or other safety measures.

Take steps to minimize potential damage to your home or business. Trim trees and bushes, secure outdoor furniture and loose items and reinforce windows and doors if possible.

Gather Supplies and Materials
Assemble a basic emergency kit that includes essentials such as nonperishable food, water, flashlights, batteries, a first-aid kit and any necessary medications. Don’t forget about items for your pets!

Make digital copies of important documents such as insurance policies, identification and financial records. Store them in a secure, waterproof location or online cloud storage.

If you live right on the coast or if you know that your home is prone to flooding, have an evacuation plan in place. Know your evacuation routes and have a designated meeting point for your family. Plan ahead so you don’t get caught in a traffic jam at the last minute trying to get off of Long Island. 

Recovering After the Storm
Once it’s safe to do so, assess the damage to your property. Check for any structural damage, water intrusion or other issues that may need immediate attention.

Notify your insurance company of the damage and begin the claims process as soon as possible. Document the damage with photos or videos to support your claim.

Coastal storms often bring heavy rain and flooding, leading to water damage in homes and businesses. Contact SERVPRO of Huntington for professional water damage restoration services. Our team will extract standing water, dry affected areas and restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

In some cases, coastal storms can also result in fires due to downed power lines or other hazards. If your property experiences fire damage, trust SERVPRO of Huntington for expert fire damage restoration. We'll clean up debris, remove smoke odor and rebuild damaged areas.

Let us help you recover after the next storm. Contact SERVPRO of Huntington day or night.

Steps for Staying Safe After a Storm | SERVPRO of North Huntington

11/21/2023 (Permalink)

Has a recent storm left your home in catastrophe? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington today! We are here to restore your house.

We are all aware of the threat of storms for our community no matter what time of year it is. Strong summer storms can easily build and whip across the bay area, winter storms can pop up and take us by surprise, and coastal storms or even hurricanes can blow through town and leave all kinds of damage in their wake.

While preventing storms isn’t possible, there are things you can do to stay safe before, during and after a storm to protect yourself and your family from danger or possible injury. 

Before the Storm

Start preparing your home and family as soon as a weather alert is issued. We will often have a little bit of preparation time before the storm hits, so take advantage of every minute. 

Clean up your yard and remove any hazards that could potentially be picked up by a strong wind and turned into a projectile. Tie down belongings that can’t be moved inside like your patio furniture, grills and propane tanks. 

You should also take a quick look at your gutter system, and be sure that your downspouts aren’t clogged and are pointing away from your house. After that, head inside and close your windows and doors, locking your storm shutters if you have them. Battening down the hatches can help you avoid water damage and structural damage if the wind blows debris into your windows. 

During the Storm

Head for shelter while the storm is overhead, and don’t come out until you are 100% sure the threat has passed. Choose an interior room on your lowest level that is far away from windows and gather your entire family there. Don’t forget to grab your pets, your emergency kit and weather radio!

Stay tuned in to the current weather conditions and be sure the entire storm system has passed before going outside. It is important to remember that while one system has passed through, another one may be on the near horizon. 

After the Storm

Depending on the severity and path of the storm, you could be dealing with some significant structural damage to your home and property. Use extreme caution when walking around your home as loose floorboards, broken nails or other hazards could be lurking just out of sight.  

If your home has suffered damage that left rooms of your home exposed to the elements, lay out tarps or set out buckets to help secure your home while you are waiting for us to arrive. We will do this step more extensively when we get there, but any little bit helps. 

You should also take as many photos as possible of the damage because having fresh images will help your insurance claim process go much smoother. 

Our storm damage restoration team will arrive quickly to secure your home and get to work. We will remove excess water and tackle repairs right away. Our goal is to return your home to its preloss condition as quickly and as efficiently as possible. Lean on us when disaster strikes, and we will take care of you. 

Strong storms can lead to serious home damage. Our team at SERVPRO of North Huntington can help you recover.

Ways you can help protect your property from damaging winds

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

There are a number of ways you can help protect your property from damaging winds. Some are listed below, but keep the “Two R’s” in mind: reinforce and remove.

• Have your garage door reinforced by a professional.

• Remove or anchor loose items on your property that could be blown around and tossed by the wind. This includes trash cans, grills and outdoor furniture.

• Hire a professional to remove any large or dying trees and branches that could be blown over onto your home.

We don’t always receive advanced notice about straight-line or damaging winds. But, as we all know, being proactive with some of the above preventive items may help to protect you from damage. Also, if you are building a new home or renovating an older home, make sure that the windows, walls and doors meet the building codes for you area.

If your home has been hit by damaging winds and has water damage as a result, our highly trained specialists here at SERVPRO of Huntington are here ²⁴⁄₇ to help with all your cleanup, restoration and construction needs.

Flooding and storm damage requires professional cleaning services

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

After a flood or storm related water damage, your affected home will require professional cleaning services.

SERVPRO of Huntington is here to help! In addition to professionally drying and cleaning your home's structure, we can often salvage and clean your furniture, clothing, and other restorable belongings damaged by storm water. Most flooding and water damages require odor removal because wet materials have a very strong and distinct odor that will not go away without professional products. Depending on the scenario, we will use antimicrobial, antibacterial, or disinfectant treatments. 

Our goal is to return all areas and items (when possible) to pre flood or storm condition. We will do all we can during the process to make it "Like it never even happened." SERVPRO of Huntington restores the property and the lives of our customers!

Preparation is a key component for making it through any size disaster

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

Preparation is a key component for making it through any size disaster

Whether it is a small water damage or a major flood, preparation is a key component for making it through any size disaster. The best time to plan is well before an event occurs. Are you ready for whatever happens?

SERVPRO of Huntington can develop an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) for your business. This can serve as many things. As a quick reference of important building and contact information or it can be a supplement to an existing program that you have. By working with SERVPRO of Huntington to create your personalized ERP, you are taking proactive measures and establishing a relationship with us. Don't wait! Call us today to schedule a no cost assessment of your facility.

SERVPRO of Huntington is locally owned and operated!

5/20/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Huntington is locally owned and operated

Since SERVPRO of Huntington is locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

We Have the Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding water damage cleanup. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 2,000 franchises across the country including Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. SERVPRO of Huntington specializes in storm and flood damage cleanup and restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and certified and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

SERVPRO of Huntington can develop an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) for your business

3/25/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Huntington can develop an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) for your business

An ERP can serve as a quick reference of important building and contact information or can be a supplement to an existing program that you may already have. By working with SERVPRO of Huntington to create your personalized ERP, you're taking proactive measures and establishing a relationship with us.

It is estimated that up to 50 percent of businesses that close due to a disaster, such as a major flood, never reopen! Of the businesses that do survive, the majority of them had a preparedness plan in place. Are you ready for whatever happens?

Preparation is a key component for making it through any size disaster, whether it is a small water damage or a major flood. The best time to plan is well before an event occurs. 

Call SERVPRO of Huntington today to schedule a no cost assessment of your facility, 631-423-1734

Need Help With Storm or Flood Damage?

11/1/2021 (Permalink)

Need Help With Storm or Flood Damage?

SERVPRO of North Huntington specializes in storm and flood damage cleanup and restoration.  Our crews are highly trained professionals. We use specialized methods and equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition. Our office staff will assist you every step of the way. We are only a phone call away and are available to help 24/7!

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response can limit further damage, and reduce the restoration cost. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call SERVPRO of North Huntington for more information about storm related water damage cleanup and restoration, 631-423-1734.

We are dedicated to restoring both the property and the lives of our customers!

9/8/2021 (Permalink)

We are dedicated to restoring both the property and the lives of our customers!

After a flood or storm related water damage like Ida, your affected home or business will likely require professional cleaning services. That's where we come in to help! In addition to professionally drying and cleaning your property’s structure, we can also clean your furniture, upholstery, clothing, and other restorable belongings damaged by the storm water. Most flooding and water damages also require professional odor removal and deodorization since wet materials have a very strong and distinct odor. Depending on the scenario, we may use antimicrobial, antibacterial, or disinfectant treatments. 

SERVPRO of North Huntington's goal is to return all areas and items (when possible) to pre loss condition. We will do all we can during the process to make it "Like it never even happened." 

We Are Locally Owned with National Storm Resources

9/3/2021 (Permalink)

We Are Locally Owned with National Storm Resources

As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of North Huntington is close by and ready to help! We can assist with the flood or storm damage that you may have experienced from the remnants of Hurricane Ida. As leaders in the storm and water damage industry, we have advanced training and expertise, including extensive hands-on experience. We will use our training and experience to properly dry your home and restore it back to pre-storm condition. 

We Have the Resources to Handle Storms and Disasters

SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources by accessing the equipment and personnel of over 1,800 Franchises. We can also access the Storm Response Teams that specialize in major storms and catastrophic events if needed. Our goal is to help as many people as possible and we are only a phone call away!

SERVPRO of North Huntington will deliver the service you deserve.

9/3/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington will deliver the service you deserve.

When you call us for help, our staff will be ask specific questions to determine the amount of equipment and crew size necessary for the job to begin. Next, we will schedule an appointment to have one of our Project Managers assess the damage in person and review the cleanup methods needed. With a plan in place, the necessary repairs to your home or business will begin. 

While there are many cleanup and restoration companies available to assist you after a storm related damage, none are as qualified or as invested in your home or business as SERVPRO of North Huntington. Our staff strives for more than providing excellent customer service. We take pride in getting your property back to pre storm condition in a timely and professional manner. 
 

We specialize in storm and flood cleanup and restoration

5/21/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of NORTH HUNTINGTON specializes in storm and flood damage cleanup and restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and certified and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since SERVPRO of North Huntington is locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,800 franchises across the country including Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Are you ready? Does your office have a flood disaster plan?

3/29/2021 (Permalink)

Are you ready? Does your office have a flood disaster plan?

It is estimated that up to 50 percent of businesses that close due to a disaster, such as a major flood, never reopen! Of the businesses that do survive, the majority of them had a preparedness plan in place. Are you ready for whatever happens?

Preparation is a key component for making it through any size disaster, whether it is a small water damage or a major flood. The best time to plan is well before an event occurs. 

SERVPRO of North Huntington can develop an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) for your business. This can serve as a quick reference of important building and contact information or can be a supplement to an existing program that you have. By working with SERVPRO of North Huntington to create your personalized ERP, you're taking proactive measures and establishing a relationship with us. 

Call us today to schedule a no cost assessment of your facility, 631-423-1734.

Severe Weather Planning

11/2/2020 (Permalink)

What to Think About in Severe Weather Planning

Being prepared is one of the best ways to come out ahead of the weather, and having an established family emergency plan is a smart move.

If your family already has an emergency plan in place, that’s great! Just be sure to practice and discuss your plan at the start of the various weather seasons so everyone knows exactly what to do.

If you’ve not yet created your family emergency plan, start here by taking a look at some things to take into consideration when creating it:

1. Receiving Emergency Alerts

We still have radio and television to broadcast warnings and alerts, but thanks to today’s technologies, it is very easy to receive emergency alerts and warnings on your smartphone. If you have a weather app or Google on your smartphone, you can quickly receive emergency alerts, which gives you with valuable time in severe weather situations.

2. Knowing Your Storm Shelter Options

If tornadoes are a common occurrence where you live, the lowest part of your home (i.e., the basement) is safest, but if there is no basement, you’ll want to be in the lowest part of your home in an interior room away from corners, windows, doors and outside walls. However, tornadoes aren’t the only weather circumstance that requires a form of storm shelter.

3. Knowing Evacuation Routes

Having several evacuation routes mapped out before you need them can help should a hurricane, flood or fire force you from your home in a hurry. It’s wise to have multiple routes mapped out in case one is impassable. Remember to locate places that will also allow your pets to stay with you along the way.

4. Keeping Communication Open

It is easy to rely on cell phones to keep in touch with your family, but sometimes that will not be feasible as cell communication is reliant on towers that could sustain damage during the storm.

Power could also be lost, phones could be misplaced, and if there is no power, you will not be able to recharge them when needed. Set up a safe meeting place for your family, so that you can all meet there if separated.

If a storm causes damage to your home or business, don’t hesitate to call your friends at SERVPRO of North Huntington to get the cleanup process started, 631-423-1734.

Thunderstorms can cause the following types of damage...

9/21/2020 (Permalink)

Thunderstorms can cause the following types of damage...

Hail damage. It may come as a shock, but hail damage can top out at $1 billion annually. The smaller hail can wreak havoc on crops, and larger hail can do a fair amount of damage to homes and vehicles.

Flood damage. Since rain is common with storms, it is not shocking that heavy rains can lead to flash flooding. Occurring without warning, flash floods can cause structural damage and even rip trees out of the ground.

Lightning damage. Lightning damage can be broken into two categories, fire and electrical. When lightning strikes a home, it will pass through the electrical wiring and can cause damage to any appliance that is plugged into an outlet.

Tornado damage. With wind speeds that can reach upwards of 200 mph, tornadoes are capable of causing immense amounts of damage over large areas in a limited amount of time.

If a thunderstorm has resulted in damage to your home or business, know that the team at SERVPRO of North Huntington is available ²⁴⁄₇ to help with cleanup and restoration. 

How Is Lightning Damaging to a Home?

9/1/2020 (Permalink)

How Is Lightning Damaging to a Home?

Understanding how lightning strike affects a home will help you take precautions when it is a possibility.

Lightning creates shock waves. Lightning striking across a cloud produces shock waves that we know as thunder, but it can also cause these on the ground. These shock waves are powerful enough to explode cinder blocks and shatter windows, so it is wise to inspect the foundation of your home if lightning struck nearby.

Lightning can damage electronics. When it travels through a home’s wiring system, lightning can transfer its charge throughout the electrical network of the home—causing significant damage to anything plugged in. A surge protector is a good precautionary measure for protection.

Lightning can start fires. Because lightning typically strikes buildings or structures, it can often cause fires. Not only do its high temperatures have the potential for igniting a home on impact, but it can also cause severe wiring damage within the walls of the home. If your house has been struck, the fire department can perform tests to ensure the wiring is not a fire risk.

If your home or office experiences a lightning fire related dame, SERVPRO of North Huntington is always here to help! 631-423-1734

How Do Thunderstorms Form?

9/1/2020 (Permalink)

How Do Thunderstorms Form?

There are certain conditions that are necessary for a storm to develop. There must be moisture and rising unstable air, as well as a “lifting” mechanism that forces air to rise, or where warm/cold or wet/dry air bump together, causing a rising motion.

A thunderstorm’s life cycle takes three distinct stages: the developing stage, the mature stage and the dissipating stage. The mature stage is where you’ll find hail, heavy rain, strong winds, and even tornadoes occurring.

There are a estimated 16 million thunderstorms annually throughout the world. In the United States, the number of thunderstorms typically comes to approximately 100,000 per year—10% of those are considered severe.

Various Types of Damage

There are plenty of parts of a thunderstorm that can prove to be dangerous, but one of the most serious risks is the opportunity for winds to send debris flying. Wind speeds during severe thunderstorms can reach over 57 mph. This is more than enough speed to create chaos and damage to your property.

When there are strong winds, there is always a chance for non-threatening items to turn into a serious threat in projectile mode. Take some time to check on and secure items in your yard before any thunderstorms come rolling into town.These items can include tree branches, gravel, mailboxes, fencing, lawn furniture, potted plants and garbage cans. 

SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to help with your storm damage cleanup and restoration needs.

7/24/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to help with your storm damage cleanup and restoration needs.

Summer storms can cause wind damage. Roofs in particular, often suffer from wind damage. This can lead to water leaking through the roof to the interior of the home or business. These leaks are often difficult to detect until a great deal of damage has already been done. Storm and wind damage can also loosen flashing, which can cause leakage and water damage. Repairing your roof and flashing quickly and properly may help to prevent long term interior damage. 

Heavy summer rains can also cause flooding. Flood pump failures contribute to basement flooding and contaminated ground water in some locations as well. Flooding may also disrupt municipal water systems. Experts will need to assess ground water and evaluate the condition of pipes following flood damage.

If you have questions or need additional information give us a call, 631-423-1734. 

Ideal Conditions for a Tornado

5/18/2020 (Permalink)

The months of April and May are notorious for the highest occurrences of tornadoes at 30% and 24%, respectively. This means we are in the height of tornado season throughout the United States. 

Ideal Conditions for a Tornado

The formation of a tornado occurs when changes in wind speed and direction create a horizontal spinning effect within a storm cell. This is then tipped vertical by rising air moving up through the thunderclouds.

At first look, you will not see the tornado’s signature funnel cloud because it will be transparent until water droplets from the storm’s moist air condense or when dust and debris are picked up. A typical tornado can grow to be 660 feet wide and will move at 10 to 20 miles per hour, although larger and faster tornadoes have been observed. Hail and intense winds of over 200 mph can accompany tornadoes.

Typically, tornadoes occur in the late afternoon, but it is vital to remember that they can occur at anytime and anywhere.

If your home or business has been damaged by a tornado, know that SERVPRO® of North Huntington is ready and waiting to jump into action and get cleanup and restoration of your property underway.

What to Do if There Is a Tornado

5/18/2020 (Permalink)

What to Do if There Is a Tornado

Tornadoes can take you by surprise and wreak absolute havoc on the areas they touch down in. While meteorologists and weather services can provide some advanced warning to potential threats, tornadoes can still occur with little to no warning at all.

Have you thought about the difference between a tornado watch and a warning? A watch is issued when the conditions are favorable for tornadoes, while a warning is issued when a tornado has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar.

If there has been a tornado warning issued for your area, it is important that you take action immediately to find safe shelter, especially if you are in the path of the tornado.

Shelter Options Include:

• Underground options like a basement or storm shelter.
• The lowest part of your home, in an area that is away from outside walls, doors and windows. Interior closets and bathrooms can be ideal options.
• If you are outside, try to get to a sturdy building. Mobile homes and trailers are not a safe option.
• If on the road and no building access is available, do not get under an overpass or bridge. Instead, find a low, flat location and use your arms to protect your head and neck.

It would be good if you have flashlights, a battery-powered weather radio and extra batteries available and ready to use in your selected tornado shelter at home.

When driving, if you are caught out on the road during a tornado, NEVER try to outrun it. Also, when you are taking shelter in your home, you can provide additional cover by using furniture items like couch cushions, mattresses or blankets to help keep your head and neck covered.

If your home or business has been damaged by a tornado, know that SERVPRO of North Huntington is ready and waiting to jump into action and get cleanup and restoration of your property underway.

Severe Weather Planning

1/24/2020 (Permalink)

Severe Weather Planning

If your family already has a severe weather plan in place, that’s great! Just be sure to practice and discuss your plan at the start of the various weather seasons so everyone knows exactly what to do.

If you’ve not yet created one, start here by taking a look at some things to take into consideration when creating it:

1. Emergency Alerts

If you have a weather app or Google on your smartphone, you can quickly receive emergency alerts, which gives you with valuable time in severe weather situations. We still have radio and television to broadcast warnings and alerts too. 

2. Evacuation Routes

Have several evacuation routes mapped out before you need them will help should a hurricane, flood or fire force you from your home in a hurry. It’s wise to have multiple routes mapped out in case one is impassable. 

3. Storm Shelter Options

Know your local storm shelter locations and options to avoid confusion and panic. 

4. Safe Place to Meet

Power could be lost, phones could be misplaced, and if there is no power, you will not be able to recharge them when needed. Set up a safe meeting place for your family, so that you can all meet there if separated.

Protect your property from storm related damaging winds.

11/1/2019 (Permalink)

There are a number of ways you can help protect your property from storm related damaging winds. Some are listed below, but keep the “Two R’s” in mind: reinforce and remove.

• Hire a professional to remove any large or dying trees and branches that could be blown over onto your home.

• Remove or anchor loose items on your property that could be blown around and tossed by the wind. This includes trash cans, grills and outdoor furniture.

• Have your garage door reinforced by a professional. 

We don’t always receive advanced notice about straight-line or damaging winds. But, as we all know, being proactive with some of the above preventive items may help to protect you from damage. As always, SERVPRO of North Huntington is only a phone call away should you need us!

Lightning and Thunderstorm Damages - Part 2

9/17/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your emergency needs!

How Is Lightning Damaging to a Home?

Understanding how a lightning strike affects a home will help you take precautions when it is a possibility.

Lightning can start fires. Because lightning typically strikes buildings or structures, it can often cause fires. Not only do its high temperatures have the potential for igniting a home on impact, but it can also cause severe wiring damage within the walls of the home. If your house has been struck, the fire department can perform tests to ensure the wiring is not a fire risk.

Lightning can damage electronics. When it travels through a home’s wiring system, lightning can transfer its charge throughout the electrical network of the home—causing significant damage to anything plugged in. A surge protector is a good precautionary measure for protection.

Lightning creates shock waves. Lightning striking across a cloud produces shock waves that we know as thunder, but it can also cause these on the ground. These shock waves are powerful enough to explode cinder blocks and shatter windows, so it is wise to inspect the foundation of your home if lightning struck nearby.

If your home or office experiences a lightning fire related dame, SERVPRO of North Huntington is always here to help! 

Lightning and Thunderstorm Damages - Part 1

9/10/2019 (Permalink)

With floods, heavy rains and high winds, thunderstorms can cause damage in so many ways. One of the most dramatic of these can be through lightning, which can lead to fires, power surges and other property damages. Because a single lightning bolt can be as hot as 500,000 degrees, their strikes are often highly dangerous.

Though there is no way to prevent lightning strikes, it is important to understand the types of damage they cause in order to be aware of what to look out for.

How Is Lightning Formed?

Electricity is at the heart of every thunderstorm, which is what causes thunder and lightning. A lightning bolt is the discharge of electrical energy in a short burst, either striking across the clouds or below the ground.

Lightning attempts to reach the ground as quickly as possible because the atmosphere is such a poor conductor. Instead of traveling through the air for longer, it will typically strike an object on its way to the ground. If this object is a house or building, it will make use of the electrical wires and water pipes to get where it is going.

If your home or office has been affected by storm damages or lightning-related fires, give us a call today! SERVPRO of North Huntington are the experts in fire damage cleanup and restoration.

We Have The Resources to Handle Floods and Storms.

8/1/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington Has The Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. If needed, we can access additional equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. 

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost. SERVPRO of North Huntington specializes in storm and flood damage cleanup and restoration. Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Damage Caused By Thunderstorms

7/8/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to make storm damage "Like it never even happened."

How Thunderstorms Form

There are an estimated 16 million thunderstorms annually throughout the world. In the United States, the number of thunderstorms typically comes to approximately 100,000 per year—10% of those are considered severe.

There are certain conditions that are necessary for a storm to develop. There must be moisture and rising unstable air, as well as a “lifting” mechanism that forces air to rise, or where warm/cold or wet/dry air bump together, causing a rising motion.

A thunderstorm’s life cycle takes three distinct stages: the developing stage, the mature stage and the dissipating stage. The mature stage is where you’ll find hail, heavy rain, strong winds, and even tornadoes occurring.

Various Types of Damage

There are plenty of parts of a thunderstorm that can prove to be dangerous, but one of the most serious risks is the opportunity for winds to send debris flying.

Wind speeds during severe thunderstorms can reach over 57.5 mph. This is more than enough speed to create chaos and damage to your property.

When there are strong winds, there is always a chance for non-threatening items to turn into a serious threat in projectile mode. These items can include tree branches, gravel, mailboxes, fencing, lawn furniture, potted plants and garbage cans. Take some time to check on and secure these items in your yard before any thunderstorms come rolling into town.

Thunderstorms are also responsible for causing the following types of damage besides wind damage:

Lightning damage. Lightning damage can be broken into two categories, fire and electrical. When lightning strikes a home, it will pass through the electrical wiring and can cause damage to any appliance that is plugged into an outlet.

Tornado damage. With wind speeds that can reach upwards of 200 mph, tornadoes are capable of causing immense amounts of damage over large areas in a limited amount of time.

Hail damage. It may come as a shock, but hail damage can top out at $1 billion annually. The smaller hail can wreak havoc on crops, and larger hail can do a fair amount of damage to homes and vehicles.

Flood damage. Since rain is common with storms, it is not shocking that heavy rains can lead to flash flooding. Occurring without warning, flash floods can cause structural damage and even rip trees out of the ground.

If a thunderstorm has resulted in damage to your home or business, know that the team at SERVPRO® of North Huntington is available ²⁴⁄₇ to help with cleanup and restoration.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms of Any Size!

6/20/2019 (Permalink)

Flood or storm damage?SERVPRO of North Huntington has the resources to Handle it!

We are the experts! Let us make it "Like it never even happened."When storms hit, SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,700 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. In addition, SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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. We take great pride in what we do and are always here to help! 

Commercial & Residential Storm Cleanup

6/19/2019 (Permalink)

Commercial Storm Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

Residential Storm Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. 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 and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Call us for your storm damage needs!

5/21/2019 (Permalink)

Residential Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. 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 and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Commercial Mold Remediation
• Commercial Cleaning Services

SERVPRO of North Huntington provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your storm damage restoration and cleaning needs.

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 631-423-1734

Need Storm Damage Cleanup?

5/20/2019 (Permalink)

Residential Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best.

Additional Residential Services:

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

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

Additional Commercial Services:

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Commercial Mold Remediation
• Commercial Cleaning Services

We have the resources to handle storms of any size!

5/20/2019 (Permalink)

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington Today.

631-423-1734

When storms hit, SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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. As an IICRC Certified Firm, we have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo. SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to help with your storm or flood damage cleanup needs, No matter how large or small!

The difference between a tornado watch and tornado warning.

5/13/2019 (Permalink)

What to Do if There Is a Tornado

Have you thought about the difference between a tornado watch and tornado warning? A watch is issued when the conditions are favorable for tornadoes, while a warning is issued when a tornado has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar.

If there has been a tornado warning issued for your area, it is important that you take action immediately to find safe shelter, especially if you are in the path of the tornado.

Shelter options include:

• Underground options like a basement or storm shelter.
• The lowest part of your home, in an area that is away from outside walls, doors and windows. Interior closets and bathrooms can be ideal options.
• If you are outside, try to get to a sturdy building. Mobile homes and trailers are not a safe option.
• If on the road and no building access is available, do not get under an overpass or bridge. Instead, find a low, flat location and use your arms to protect your head and neck.

It would be good if you have flashlights, a battery-powered weather radio and extra batteries available and ready to use in your selected tornado shelter at home.

When driving, if you are caught out on the road during a tornado, NEVER try to outrun it. Also, when you are taking shelter in your home, you can provide additional cover by using furniture items like couch cushions, mattresses or blankets to help keep your head and neck covered.

Tornadoes can take you by surprise and wreak absolute havoc on the areas they touch down in. While meteorologists and weather services can provide some advanced warning to potential threats, tornadoes can still occur with little to no warning at all.

If your home or business has been damaged by a tornado, know that SERVPRO® of North Huntington is ready and waiting to jump into action and get cleanup and restoration of your property underway.

Tornado Safety Info Everyone Should Know

5/6/2019 (Permalink)

When you know that the weather in the spring can be unpredictable, you can take steps to always be prepared for the chance of severe thunderstorms that lead to the perfect conditions for a tornado to strike.

The months of April and May are notorious for the highest occurrences of tornadoes at 30% and 24%, respectively. This means we are currently entering into the height of tornado season throughout the United States. Included in this blog are some tips and information on tornadoes that can help keep your family prepared for the worst possible scenario.

Ideal Conditions for a Tornado

There are approximately over 1,000 tornadoes that occur in the U.S. each year, and they are the product of severe thunderstorms, especially those known as “supercells.”

The formation of a tornado occurs when changes in wind speed and direction create a horizontal spinning effect within a storm cell. This is then tipped vertical by rising air moving up through the thunderclouds.

At first look, you will not see the tornado’s signature funnel cloud because it will be transparent until water droplets from the storm’s moist air condense or when dust and debris are picked up. A typical tornado can grow to be 660 feet wide and will move at 10 to 20 miles per hour, although larger and faster tornadoes have been observed. Hail and intense winds of over 200 mph can accompany tornadoes.

Typically, tornadoes occur in the late afternoon, but it is vital to remember that they can occur at anytime and anywhere.

If your home or business has been damaged by a tornado, know that SERVPRO® of North Huntington is ready and waiting to jump into action and get cleanup and restoration of your property underway.

Here to Help!

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SERVPRO of North Huntington is Here to Help! 

When storms hit, SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

We have the resources, training and certifications to handle floods and storms of any size! Have storm or flood damage? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington today.

631-423-1734

SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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.

Severe Storms Cause Damaging Winds

11/28/2018 (Permalink)

There are many concerns that come with severe storms, with one of those being the threat of damaging winds. These winds can come with little to no notice and can cause long-term structural impacts.

Flood or Storm damage? We can help!

7/2/2018 (Permalink)

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington today!

631-423-1734

SERVPRO of North Huntington specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. 

Storm or flood damage damage? The experts are a phone call away!

6/25/2018 (Permalink)

Have questions about storm damage to your home or business? Call Us Today!  631-423-1734

Residential Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. 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 and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Commercial Mold Remediation
• Commercial Cleaning Services

Let our team help make it "Like it never even happened."

6/25/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of North Huntington has the resources to Handle Floods and Storms of Any Size!

When storms hit, SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of over 1,700 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. In addition, SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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. We are the experts! Let us make it "Like it never even happened."

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington Today.

631-423-1734

Storm Damage? Call the experts today!

5/22/2018 (Permalink)

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

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 631-423-1734

Residential Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. 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 and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Commercial Mold Remediation
• Commercial Cleaning Services

Flooding caused by a storm? We can help!

5/22/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO OF North Huntington is IICRC Certified and has the resources to Handle Floods and Storms of Any Size!

When storms hit SERVPRO of North Huntington can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of North Huntington Today.

631-423-1734

Storm or Flood Damage? Call us now! 631-423-1734

7/13/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of NORTH HUNTINGTON specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of NORTH HUNTINGTON today!

631-423-1734

SERVPRO of North Huntington is here to help!

6/5/2017 (Permalink)

Storm and Flood Help Available 24/7!

SERVPRO of NORTH HUNTINGTON specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained professionals and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition. Our office staff will assist you every step of the way. We are only a phone call away and are always ready to help!

Faster Response Time

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Need Help With Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO OF NORTH HUNTINGTON!

631-423-1734

We are always here and ready to help!

6/5/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO OF NORTH HUNTINGTON is IICRC Certified and has the resources to Handle Floods and Storms of Any Size!

When storms hit SERVPRO OF NORTH HUNTINGTON can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States. SERVPRO of North Huntington is an IICRC certified 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.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call SERVPRO of NORTH HUNTINGTON Today.

631-423-1734

SERVPRO of North Huntington provides 24-hour service!

3/6/2017 (Permalink)

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

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 631-423-1734

Residential Services

When your home needs emergency flood damage or storm cleaning, you can depend on SERVPRO of North Huntington. 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 and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for flood or storm damage to strike your 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, SERVPRO of North Huntington has the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business.

• Commercial Water Damage Restoration
• Commercial Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
• Commercial Mold Remediation
• Commercial Cleaning Services