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Insurance Claims Made Easy After a Disaster | SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito
4/15/2024 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito is Here to Help® with your business' disaster recovery!
After a disaster, there will be a whirlwind of thoughts for you to sort through. It’s likely you will find yourself consumed with thoughts about the safety of your family and friends, all while you wonder what kind of damage has been done to your home and community.
With so much to handle all at once, the idea of filing an insurance claim is probably one thought that won’t come very quickly. You may not want to spend time thinking through how recovery is going to happen when you have so many other things to think about, but the faster you can get restoration started, the better.
Our team is ready to respond to your property around the clock when a disaster strikes. We will handle all the pieces of the puzzle you haven’t even thought about yet so you can get back to normal.
Start Fast, Document OftenWhen it comes to disasters, timing will always matter. The sooner you can get on the path to recovery, the less damage will start adding up. Make sure you are keeping your safety and the safety of your family as your first priority after a disaster, though. Stay out of floodwaters, steer clear of hot spots from a fire and avoid downed power poles.
Whether you are sheltering in place or you evacuated, don’t leave safety until officials have given an all-clear. Immediately after a disaster has passed through, check on your neighbors and loved ones and call for any emergency services that are needed. As soon as you know everyone is OK, call us at SERVPRO®. We will start putting together a team and the equipment needed to tackle your recovery from the moment you call us.
When you can safely navigate around your property, take as many photos as possible. When it comes to insurance claims, documentation is the name of the game. If you do need to repair something before our team gets there, make sure to take detailed notes on what you did and why you did it. The more information you can provide, the better.
Leave It to Our TeamUpon arrival at your property, our professional team will start securing your home in order to keep the elements out and prevent more damage. At the same time, we will start working directly with your insurance company. Our crew is not just trained in disaster repairs, but we are also highly trained in how to handle meeting insurance claim expectations.
We come certified in meeting insurance inspection standards, and we will put together more documentation to go along with your photos and notes. One of our goals is to repair much of your property so that you don’t have to replace it. Whatever we can do to keep your costs low and your insurance process simple, we will do it.
All you have to do is leave it to our team. Our professionals will get your life back on track and your home back to exactly the way it should be in no time. You can put every aspect of recovery into our hands—even ensuring your insurance claim process is smooth and fast.
When a disaster strikes, call us to make your recovery process—insurance claims and all—simple.
A Local Business Is Always the Best Choice | SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito
12/15/2023 (Permalink)
No job is too big or too small for our team of industry leading experts at SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito!
Have you ever considered what things would be like if a disaster were to strike? It isn’t something any of us like to do, even when we are picturing one far from home. Considering our own towns or houses being damaged simply isn’t something we can wrap our minds around.
Preparations can go a long way in preventing some damage to your home, but even a home that is well prepared for a disaster may end up dealing with losses later. Something happening due to manmade error is even more challenging, as they often are completely unpredictable.
We may not love thinking about it, but it’s important to know that there is a way to put our lives back together fast, no matter what happens. That is why a local business will always be your best choice.
Making the Right ChoiceIf you do face a disaster that damages your home or even just your community, you might find yourself at a loss for how to respond. Questions will need to be answered quickly and decisions will have to be made, all while you try and understand what has happened and wade through your emotional response.
Moving quickly will always be the best way to prevent extreme losses and get things back on track. That makes picking the right restoration service incredibly important. You need a business that comes with the right equipment and a highly trained team that can handle your situation. You also need someone that is there the moment you need them, day or night.
SERVPRO® fits that description completely and has so much more to offer. Our business is locally owned and operated, which means we understand your situation better than anyone because we are your neighbors.
Living in the same community as you means that we, too, have felt the toll that disasters of any size can have. Our team understands how important this area is, and we aren’t just getting a job done when we tackle a restoration, we are putting our home back together.
A History of ExperienceA friendly face that is ready to take over after a disaster can be a huge blessing, but you also need to know that there will be enough professionals and equipment to get things put back together. SERVPRO is backed by a national brand and can rely on our nationwide business to ensure we have exactly the right amount of help.
SERVPRO got started in 1967 and has been growing in the restoration industry ever since. There are more than 2,000 offices all around the nation now, including our very own right here in Harlingen.
When you work with us, you get professionals who are trained and certified in all things disaster recovery. SERVPRO strives to be the complete package so you only have to make one phone call.
Our team can deal with anything your recovery requires, from tarping a roof to completely rebuilding a section of your house. SERVPRO’s professional team has years of experience, and we are continually learning in order to stay ahead of technological advances to better serve your needs. Our equipment is consistently updated as well, as are the techniques we use to put our community back together.
A history of experience and a crew that loves this community as much as you do makes working SERVPRO the easiest choice you can make. No matter what happens, we’ve got you covered.
Want to learn more about everything we can do for you? Contact us to be prepared for anything.
Restoration From a Trusted, Highly Trained Team | SERVPRO® of Harlingen/San Benito
5/4/2023 (Permalink)
Is your home or business in need of restoration? SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito is ready to help you recover around the clock.
Making any decision is hard, but when it comes to making decisions for your home, there is a lot to consider. While minor decisions like appliance color may not feel challenging, making a major decision like who to call after a disaster is a big deal.
Imagine your home is damaged in a fire, or your basement takes on water during a storm. You know you need to act fast, but you don’t want to choose a company that comes without certifications and has very little experience.
When you choose SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito, you are getting a trusted team with up-to-date certification and all the latest tools and techniques to correct any issue at your home. Working with SERVPRO means working with a crew you can trust completely.
We Adhere to Industry Trainings
At every SERVPRO, we follow strict standards for the restoration industry called IICRC standards. That means that our professional team is trained on the latest and greatest when it comes to guidelines for cleaning and restoration. We adhere to these guidelines in everything that we do, including:
Along with ensuring our jobs and staff meet these standards, we offer our employees the chance to continue their education through our Employee Certification Training. This includes self-paced learning opportunities that lets our staff train on their own time.
We Never Stop Learning
While training starts for our team as soon as they are hired, once the onboarding process is complete, everyone has the opportunity to never stop learning. With continued education courses and e-learning options, we set our employees up for success while ensuring they are always on top of the latest skills to complete your project.
Our focus isn’t only on the education of our staff though, we also strive to ensure we have the latest equipment available. SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito is locally owned and operated, and as members of your community, we want to ensure that any family affected by disaster can fully recover.
Staying ahead of the latest information also ensure that we can continually adjust our processes to meet the needs of each of you. Technology in our industry changes rapidly, and it is one of our goals to change with it in order to offer the best possible practices for every job. We work hard to have the best materials, knowledge and tools to get your life back to normal.
Why This Matters for You
There are numerous benefits to having trained and certified professionals right around the corner. We can start on your restoration day or night, and we will walk with you through every step of the process and ensure you know what our every move is. We will stay by your side until you are completely happy.
If you choose to work with a team that is not certified or does not have the knowledge to handle every aspect of a job, you are often left with just as much mess as you began with. When you choose SERVPRO, you will get your home back to normal faster than you could even imagine.
When you need help recovering from a disaster, SERVPRO is here for you. Get in touch 24/7 to start your disaster recovery.
Who is SERVPRO and why choose us?
9/27/2022 (Permalink)
The fairly typical scenario we’ve probably all had the misfortune to witness: broken/leaky pipe. It’s more of a common occurrence than I first believed. It’s a major pain to deal with. More so out of inconvenience than anything else. It’s not really that large of a situation to call up your insurance company and file a claim.
The last thing you want to have to do is file a claim and mess with your insurance. So, what do you do?? Guess you grab some towels and buckets and cancel your weekend plans, right?
Guess again! Not so fast!
You may ask: “Well what’s the harm in picking up the mess? It has to get done, right?”
The issue is really about all the things that are lying beneath the surface… behind the walls, under the carpet/tile. The things we don’t see.
- Do you have pets? No matter how well you’ve cleaned up after them, they leave behind all kinds of germs and bacteria, and when they come back into contact with water, those harmful toxins are reactivated and can leave foul odors/stains, or even worse… get you and your family sick.
- What year was your home built? This may seem like a pointless question at first, but it really helps us find out what tools we’re gonna need to get the job done the right way. See, in the early ’90s, there was a large amount of Chinese Dry Wall being used in home construction. The difference in this type of drywall is that it is a lot more dense, heavier and may even contain metal. This plays a big role in how long we’d need to leave drying equipment set up.
The type of insulation of your home is another factor to consider. Carpet? Type of carpet pad? Type of tile? Ceramic? Subfloor? Plank wood floor? You get the idea.
- Relative Humidity. Well you can just open a window, right? That’ll dry it out, right? Relative Humidity. That’s the difference between humidity in the home vs. outside the home. And the difference in whether you might get mold or not. Unless you have the equipment to test the moisture levels in the air, then it may not be the best idea.
You may be able to mop up the surface, but that’s as far as most will be able to reach. It’s the water you don’t see that becomes the problem. Can’t exactly mop behind your walls, or under your tile. A few weeks may go by and you’ll notice a funky smell that never really goes away… and that’s when you’ll know: mold.
Although at first thought, it may seem like unnecessary, fancy solutions to a simple problem… it’s honestly way more than that. Getting in front of the problem to prevent secondary damage is what SERVPRO does best.
So next time you experience any kind of unexpected mishap, test us out and see what SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito can do for you.
SERVPRO is Your Support Team!
9/27/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Harlingen and San Benito have been dedicated to their customers since they first opened. This dedication is what set them apart from other companies. They are not there to just fix your problem, they are there to show ongoing support for their customers difficult time. They don’t see their customers as just anther number, they see them as members of their community. Each on of our employees knows how to deal with loss and crisis because they themselves hae been placed in similar situations. Damages caused by fire, water, and mold are all too common these days. And when you realize that you have been effected by them, you want somebody to help you fix the problem. SERVPRO goes beyond that, we help you understand the root of the issue. We help you prevent future damages, and walk you through every step of the way.
SERVPRO Is the Business Partner You Didn’t Know You Had | SERVPRO® of Harlingen/San Benito
4/5/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito are your local commercial restoration experts. Contact us today should you experience any damage.
Keeping your business afloat is a serious task, and most people need all the help they can get to do it. For owners and property managers, keeping things running is no easy feat under normal circumstances, which means that major disruptions or losses can be devastating to businesses.
If you have a retail property, manufacturing facility or rental space, you have a built-in business partner for all your cleanup and recovery requirements—and it’s right here in Harlingen’s backyard.
At SERVPRO, we are here to carry the burden for any business need that involves restoration, and you can count on us to be a valuable component of your business success plan.
Large loss recovery. For businesses throughout the U.S., fires, storms and flooding are among the top causes of financial loss. These incidents can cause devastating amounts of damage, especially if action isn’t taken quickly. When you rely on us for business restoration, you can be certain you are getting an expert team of restoration specialists, and rest assured that we are here 24⁄7 to minimize your downtime and prioritize your recovery.
Emergency Ready Plan. Ideally, the recovery will start before your disaster begins—that is why it is so important that you take steps to prepare in advance. We are here to help you create your business’ emergency plan, so you can know exactly what to do when disaster strikes. Including everything including an emergency chain of command, alternate meeting or work sites, temporary vendors and more during a crisis, we can set your business up for a single button push that gets the ball rolling on all of it.
Cleaning of All Kinds. We have cleaning solutions for every type of scenario, from specialty needs like trauma site cleanup and safe biohazard removal to general needs like carpet cleaning and upholstery restoration in high-traffic areas. We’ve been doing this a very long time, and we’ve seen and cleaned it all.
Restoration Services. Sudden floods after a heavy rainstorm. An intern setting a fire in the office kitchen. A pipe bursting within the wall. Unfortunately, these things happen—but SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito is here for your cleanup and restoration. From water removal to reconstruction, you can trust us to make your business shine again after an unwanted incident.
Industry Specialization. We know the ins and outs of so many different industries, so there is no commercial enterprise we can’t help. Whatever the specific or unique needs of your business may be, we can tackle your cleaning or restoration needs. In many cases we can even enclose the work area so as to not disrupt regular business in other areas.
Whatever your recovery need may be, and whatever your commercial property may require, trust SERVPRO to get the job done. Contact us today to get started on an Emergency Ready Plan or find out how we can serve your business.
More Than a Job
2/9/2022 (Permalink)
Worker and a client hand in hand
SERVPRO of Harlingen and San Benito cares about the state of our clients. We don’t believe that a job is just a job because our work affects people. And the people that we help are important. We don’t think of ourselves as people who are outside the situation, because that fire could have happened to us or the people we love. As scary as that feels, we sympathize with those who have this experience. We want to help get their lives back on track, like our motto says we’ll make it as though it never even happened. We will communicate and explain what is happening in your homes, and why it needs to happen. We will help explain what can prevent future damages, and help assure you that you're in good hands.
Customer Service
2/9/2022 (Permalink)
Support is what our team is all about!
During a time of crisis the best people to call is SERVPRO. SERVPRO of Harlingen / San Benito has experience and is licensed to handle damages from storm, water, mold, and fire. Even if it’s a small damage SERVPRO can handle it with no worries. If your wondering whether or not it’s actually damage, not only are we just a phone call away but our website is filled with information on different issues that SERVPRO has made disappear. Not only does SERVPRO respond within minutes, we’re available for contact 24/7. We’ll drive to you with out team and asses the damage. We’ll give you a evaluation and let you know the steps to take moving forward. We pride ourselves in our customer service, believing that its our job to make this as easy as possible for you.
Choose Our Team!
1/3/2022 (Permalink)
You can rely on our team!
Did you know that SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito has other specialties besides water and fire damage?
We are also experts in mold remediation, deodorization, commercial cleaning, and storm damage.
We invest in the Rio Grande Valley by hiring people from our communities. We provide Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) training. These trainings are based on the IICRC standards for the restoration process. We also provide extensive continued education, both virtual and in-person.
Our team is taught to carry out these services efficiently 24/7, every single day of the year, regardless of the weather.
And most importantly, we treat all of our clients with respect and compassion. At SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito, you are invaluable.
Give us a call today!
We care about your business!
11/30/2021 (Permalink)
We can get this job done better than you can imagine!
As business owners we know what it is like to invest your hard earned money and valuable time into your place of work. We also know how important it is for your business to effectively serve its purpose in the community. Finally, we understand that your team of employees are your family because this is how we see out own team.
With limited time and urgency for your business, small or large, to be restored, why not put your trust in a team that is on the same page as you are?
You'll see that our team is highly trained in all aspects of restoration and cleanup according to our headquarters' guidelines. We establish and maintain clear communication with our clients to carry out the work that is expected. Our team of positive and hard working individuals will supersede your expectations!
Give SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito a call!
We are here to serve you!
9/25/2021 (Permalink)
Call us today!
SERVPRO of Harlingen and San Benito are here to help you during difficult times when you've reached a crisis. Whether it be something as small as a carpet cleaning to as big as flooding SERVPRO is there for you every step of the way. There's no need to take matters into your own hands, at times that can cause more damage and result in spending more money than needed. SERVPRO is a company you can trust. We are available 24/7 to answer your calls and questions. A representative will go in and take an estimate of the damage and discuss the work that needs to be done with you. With us you're never lost, our priority is keeping you informed and safe.Our team will drive to your aid, and repair the damages so you don't have to.
We are a team!
9/25/2021 (Permalink)
Give us a call!
SERVPRO of Harlingen and San Benito is built on workers who treat each other as a family establishment. We believe that the way we conduct ourselves amongst each other, and how we handle our work behind the scenes makes it easier for you to trust and cooperate with us. We want you to know that we’re here to make things easy, and understandable for you. With the amount of cases we work we understand that the issues that arise for our clients can be traumatic and you not only need help, but kindness as well. We may make it "Like it never even happened," but we’ll make sure you remember the kindness and support we gave you and your family. Because to us at SERVPRO of Harlingen and San Benito you are our family.
24/7/365
12/15/2020 (Permalink)
24/7/365
As the weather outside gets frightful and your cozy homes become warm and delightful, the holiday season's aglow, let it snow, let it snow let it snow. According to climate.gov, on February 12, 2010, there was snow present in all 50 states, including Hawaii! Five years later in 2015, its almost happened again, when every state but Florida experienced snow. While it is generally unlikely for certain states to encounter snow, it is still important to know how to be prepared if winter weather strikes at your home, business or while traveling. SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito is dedicated to helping you keep the holidays merry and bright, and keeping your property safe. But what happens if disaster does strike during the most wonderful time of the year? Easy, Call SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito even if it is the night before Christmas. SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year, ready when you need help the most.
Document Drying & Restoration
12/1/2020 (Permalink)
Document Drying & Restoration
Vacuum freeze drying is the most efficient and effective way to salvage water damaged documents. The document restoration team uses sublimation turning a solid directly into vapor, skipping the liquid stage to avoid causing more damage to the documents.
The state of the art technology used by SERVPRO technicians is the only method approved by National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and General Services Administration (GSA).
Other methods such as dehumidification can alter the structure of the paper's fibers causing them to become more brittle. All employees of the Document Restoration Team are HIPAA Master Certified. Once your items arrived at the SERVPRO facility, 24/7 video surveillance is guaranteed.
SERVPRO's goal is to make the process as simple as possible for our customers.
Faster to any damage
12/1/2020 (Permalink)
Faster to any damage
Historically files that are closed faster usually result in lower cost. The longer the file remains open, the more opportunity for problems and expenses to rise. The faster a mitigation or remediation project is completed, the faster you can regain control of your life.
Moisture control is the key to mold control. When water leaks or spills occur indoors, act promptly. A prompt response within 24/48 hours and a thorough clean-up, drying, and/or removal of water damaged materials will prevent or limit growth.
When you call SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito a trained uniformed professional will arrive at your property with the equipment necessary to help protect the structure and contents. We will provided a detailed estimate that clearly lists all services to be performed. There are no unwelcome surprises with SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito. Your concerns will be addressed quickly and professionally to help them begin the process of regaining control of your life.
Breast Cancer Awareness
11/3/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito Wear pink is support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Our team at SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito works to help education and Spread breast cancer awareness.
Breast Cancer Awareness Facts:
Breast cancer is one of the most common and well known cancers diagnosed in the United States.
Occurs in BOTH men and women, but is more common in women.
In 2020, is it estimated that 276,480 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.
Most breast cancers are found in women older than 50, but 10% are found in women younger than 45.
With increased awareness and research, there are many advances in how to treat breast cancer.
Early detection is key because there are more treatment options available, increased survival, and improved quality of life
Our team encourages you to ask questions and learn about breast cancer!
Building Relationships
11/3/2020 (Permalink)
Building a stronger and healthier Rio Grande Valley
At SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito, our goal is to build relationships in our community. We go out of our way to go talk to our community to be strong and healthy and to get routine checkups. Our goal is to be active in our community and to help build a stronger and healthier Rio Grande Valley. Our team encourages you to ask questions and learn about breast cancer. It is important to ask your doctor about risks, be screened, and if needed, implement a prevention plan that works for you.
SERVPRO's Support
6/30/2020 (Permalink)
Here at SERVPRO we understand that a family makes a home, but a home keeps them safe. We are here to help keep you safe from illnesses by cleaning the mold in your home, removing the soot after fires, and keeping your home in tip top shape so that if the worst comes you're safe and can focus on what really matters, each other. During this time it’s important to keep one another safe, our preventative cleaning can do just that for you. At SERVPRO we believe that family comes first and your safety is our top priority, with our consultation and guidance we'll make it "Like it never even happened."
SERVPRO HISTORY
6/26/2020 (Permalink)
SERVPRO HISTORY
Founded in 1967, SERVPRO Industries Inc. is an international leader of fire, water, mold and other specialty cleanup and restoration services. SERVPRO's professional network of more than 1,700 franchises has responded to property damage to emergencies of multi-million dollar disasters.
SERVPRO Mission Statement.
" To develop a team of quality people who focus on excellent service, fairness and mutual respect."
Timely Mitigation is the key to minimizing damage, business interruptions and recovery cost. You and those who depend on you will appreciate the rapid response, expertise and training that enables SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito to help you get your home or facility back into operation quickly.
SERVPRO is the only mitigation company with national advertising. You know us and trust us. A trained, uniformed and equipped SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito professional will walk you through the job process and then work quickly to restore your property to preloss condition! We have earned the trust of the insurance industry by serving thousands of policy holders and clients with respect and integrity. The more we restore, the less that's needs to be replaced. This helps our clients save millions of dollar each year.
Call us SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito at (956)277-0645
Let us help you get back to business
6/17/2020 (Permalink)
Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned
As our communities re-open, we’re all moving back toward a new kind of normal. The expectations of visitors, customers, and employees who come into our establishments have evolved, and staying safe and well is a top concern. The global COVID-19 pandemic has changed what it means to be clean, and we’ve developed a program to help your business meet the new higher standard of clean that is now expected.
Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned is a defensive cleaning program we’re offering to businesses and commercial locations to address the current COVID-19 pandemic. This proactive viral pathogen cleaning program goes well beyond janitorial or carpet cleaning. By choosing Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you, your employees, your customers, and your community can rest assured that you’ve selected a higher cleaning standard – you are Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.
Extensive training and specialized products
As the #1 choice in cleanup and restoration*, we stand on more than 50 years of experience and expertise to help your business become Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned. Beyond fire & water, SERVPRO professionals are trained and experienced in biohazard decontamination and chemical spills – always adhering to the cleaning and decontamination standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities.
From formulating and creating our proprietary cleaning products, like SERVPROXIDE, at our headquarters in Gallatin, TN, to taking the utmost care while disinfecting, we will ensure you and your business are set up to inspire consumer confidence as the economy continues to reopen.
3 C’s – Consult, Clean, and Certify
When the stakes are this high, you want a partner who has developed an industry leading, proprietary training program, cleaning solutions, and remediation processes over decades. We’ve cleaned up some of the most challenging biohazards imaginable. Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned reflects our unique experiences and capabilities. The program is grounded with our unique 3 C’s: Consult, Clean, and Certify.
Consult – Every business is different, which is why you’ll be assigned a Cleaning Protocol Consultant who understands your business and will create a cleaning program to meet your specific needs. This program will be developed based on your business type, size of space, amount of high frequency touchpoints, foot traffic and congestion points.
Clean – Based on your specific business needs, your location will undergo a thorough, deep clean, using exclusive cleaning products, according to protocols set forth by the CDC. Our employees have years of experience, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform. Cleanup procedures generally include cleaning of porous and non-porous surfaces, disinfecting of non-porous surfaces, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, tools, and/or supplies used for cleanup process, and disposal of hazardous materials. In the event of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 event, we will be there cleaning within 24 hours to ensure you get back to business as quickly as possible.
Certify - Once your business location has been Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you will gain access to proprietary signage, digital emblems, and other collateral that communicates that you’ve selected a higher standard of clean available to help protect your employees and customers. And because we add the day, month, and year to that proprietary stamp of clean, your guests will know that not only did you choose Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, but that your location is being cleaned regularly at this standard.
Call today for a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation
We’re Here to Help – 24 hours a day, seven days a week – until life is back to normal in the communities we all call home.
Call SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito today at (956)277-0645 for your Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation.
* #1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based Commercial Attitude & Usage Tracking study. Polling 816 commercial business decision makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Study conducted by C&R Research: October 2019
Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned means professionally trained SERVPRO franchises perform the requested cleaning, sanitizing and disinfection services according to proprietary SERVPRO protocols and recognized industry and CDC standards with EPA approved cleaning products to deliver a SERVPRO certified cleaning experience. Each SERVPRO franchise is independently owned and operated.
Serving the Rio Grande Valley
6/11/2020 (Permalink)
Rio Grande Valley
SERVPRO of Harlingen / San Benito is a trusted leader in the restoration industry, and our highly trained technicians provide 24-hour emergency service. We’re dedicated to responding faster to any size disaster with the best training, equipment, and experience.
Whether it’s a burst water line in San Juan or fire damage in Weslaco, SERVPRO is the number one choice for all your restoration and reconstruction needs.
We can take damage from any disaster and make it "Like it never even happened."
As residents of the Rio Grande Valley, we’ve seen time after time the strong tradition of neighborly love and assistance. SERVPRO of Harlingen / San Benito wants to fall in line with the same principles that make our community here in the RGV strong and resourceful.
Always ready at a moment’s notice for whatever situation arises:
Water
Fire
Mold
Residential or Commercial
Rain or shine, we’re ready with neighborly assistance.
24-Hour Emergency Service
Faster to Any Size Disaster
Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
Locally Owned and Operated
Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment
Call Us At (956)277-0645
Here in Your Community. Here to Help.
6/5/2020 (Permalink)
Give us a call!
During uncertain times, SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito is prepared to help you when it matters most.
Responding during difficult times is what we do, it’s who we are and what we know. Right now, during this most unprecedented moment we share with you, we continue to answer the calls of our neighbors who need us most.
Our business remains open to you as our employees and services are essential during this coronavirus pandemic. If your home or business is in need of cleaning and sanitizing, or any of our core water and fire services, give SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito a call at 956-277-0645 . We are here and ready to serve.
We Are Cleaning Experts
6/5/2020 (Permalink)
Cleaning Experts.
SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito is here to help during this time of need
During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of the coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.
Specialized Training:
We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Center for Disease and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.
The CDC encourages cleaning of high touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches. bathroom fixtures. toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and tables.
1. Kitchen/Food Areas
2. Bathrooms
3. Schools/Classroom
4. Offices
5. Retail Spaces
6. Water Fountains
7. Shelving/Racks
8. Sales Counters
9. Carpets and rugs
10. Stair handrails
11. Elevator Cars
12. Playground equipment
13. Fitness Equipment
Specialized Products
The CDC recommends usages of a labeled hospital grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO product line carry the EPA approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain if the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities.
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Sources:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fguidance-prevent-spread.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/guidance-business-response.html
We build relationships!
12/19/2019 (Permalink)
Building friendships to strengthen our community.
Here at SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito we go out into the community and discuss how we can help our community be strong and healthy. Whether it be ecological health without nature center, or physical health, promoting prevention of diseases, such as cancer. Our goal is to be active in our community with you!
We support our local nature center, you should too!
11/26/2019 (Permalink)
Nature center fundraises money to support their conservation efforts!
SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito's team supports the conservation efforts of the Weslaco Nature Center. The "Brew in the Woods" community event fundraises money to support native wildlife and promote community awareness and education of Rio Grande Valley biodiversity and ecological health. It is actually home to many native species, such as the Texas Tortoise, Texas Coral Snake, and Blended water snake. Staff explains the dangers that hunting poses on species population and the ecological web as a whole. The center teaches children and community members about protecting the native environment from invasive species, as well as the implications of invasive species. The center works to fosters a great sense of community and support. We also encourage you to visit your local nature center!
Spreading Breast Cancer Awareness
11/19/2019 (Permalink)
La Feria firefighters wear pink with SERVPRO of Harlingen/ San Benito!
Our team at Harlingen/San Benito works to improve community health and spread education and awareness on health concerns. Our team would like to share some information on Breast Cancer in South Texas. Please feel free to share! UT Health Science Center states that there is an incidence of 104.1 cases of breast cancer per 100,000 women. Hispanic female population in South Texas have a higher incidence of breast cancer (83.5/100,000) compared to Hispanic female population in Texas. How can we help fight breast cancer and lower these rates? Our team encourages you to ask questions and learn about breast cancer. It is important to ask your doctor about risks, be screened, and if needed, implement a prevention plan that works for you.
One Year Anniversary of the Great June Flood of 2018
6/26/2019 (Permalink)
Drone Photo by the National Weather Service.
According to the National Weather Service, the damage caused by the rains brought on by severe thunderstorms last year could be compared to the damage brought on by Dolly in ‘08, the last major hurricane to hit our area.
As of June 25th, State of Emergency Declarations were issued for Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy County.
Although the most affected area was Weslaco, other RGV cities were not immune.
Timeline breakdown
The following timeline provided by the Mid Valley Town Crier gives a breakdown of the weather events that happened last year.
June 15th & 16th - Meteorologists observe moisture moving across the Gulf of Mexico towards the RGV
June 18th - Pre-dawn storm drops 2-3 inches in Los Fresnos and Harlingen
June 19th - More than 12 in. fall over Duval, Jim Wells & Brooks counties
June 20th - Much of Weslaco became submerged after 16-18 in. of rain fell in less than 12 hours. Brownsville and Los Fresnos we also hit by more rain.
June 21st – Starr County arroyos overflowed their banks when more than 7 inches fell over Rio Grande City. McAllen had rainfall between 6 - 8 inches.
June 22nd - 3 more inches of rain topped of Los Fresnos once again and the McAllen/Mission area.
Damage
Mid-Valley Airport grounds reported 11.36 inches of rain in just 3 hours.
Similar situations were seen throughout the entire Valley… large amounts of rainfall in a very short period. That formula was perfect for overwhelming draining systems and causing mass overflows.
Most of the damage was in large part due to the failure or lack of current infrastructure. Plans were immediately made to improve drainage in the areas that were most affected.
In total, the damage counts amounted to
- 2500 homes
- 100+ businesses
- 2500 vehicles
Let's Prepare Now!
Hurricane Season has already begun. Spanning from June 1st to November 31st. This means we are to be on the watch for half the year. Plenty of time to prepare and not get caught off-guard.
Let’s take these learning experiences to heart and get ahead of the situation before it becomes a problem.
Should the worst arise, know that you have a neighbor in your pocket with all the resources imaginable to make it “Like it never even happened.”
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