This is the aftermath of an electrical fire in an upstairs bedroom of this older farmhouse. Luckily the owner was home to alert the fire department of the fire soon after it started, reducing the spread. SERVPRO of Frankfort was on scene the same day to start the restoration process.
Floor Mat System
SERVPRO of Frankfort can effectively dry out and save hardwood flooring after a water loss occurs by utilizing the floor mat system.
The floor mat system effective uses a high pressure hose to suck water vapors out from under the hardwood floor allowing it to dry.
Vehicle Donation to the Fire Department
It is not everyday that a vehicle leaves our fleet at SERVPRO of Frankfort. However when we retire a vehicle from our fleet,we donate them to one of our local fire departments for them to use for extrication training. We are humbled to be able to put our retiring fleet vehicles to good use.
24/7 Board Up Services
Because fires do not only happen during business hours we are available 24 hours a day to secure your home or business after a fire loss.
We arrived at this commercial building in less than an hour to perform a board up service after being called to assist by the local fire department.
We Appreciate Our Local Police
Even though National Police week celebrates police officers nationally each year, SERVPRO of Frankfort likes to show our appreciation of our local police officers all year long. Throughout the year we will drop off items such as cookies, ice cream or even cracker jacks to show we care.
We are here for all your cleaning needs
SERVPRO of Frankfort is here for all of your cleaning needs. Anything from Spring cleaning your carpets to cleaning out your ducts/dryer vent. Give us a call at (815) 485-6901”
We can see water inside your walls
Water damage can be caused from many sources; overflowing toilets, sinks, tornadoes, thunderstorms, etc. Did you have a thunderstorm last night and you’re not sure if it caused water damage? Give SERVPRO of Frankfort a call at (815) 485-6901 and we can use our thermal imaging device to reassure you otherwise.
Electrical Fire in Ceiling
This home suffered a fire loss in the ceiling due to outdated electrical. Knob and tube wiring is an early standardized method of electrical wiring in buildings mainly used between 1880 through the early 1940s. The wiring becomes dangerous when the rubber insulation wears off exposing the hot wires to insulation in the walls and ceilings.
Mold in Vacant home
This vacant home had a pipe break causing water damage in the home. Since the home sat for some time the water turned to mold. SERVPRO of Frankfort professionals are certified and trained to remediate any mold situation.
Crawlspace Mold
When this homeowner could not find the musky odor in his home, he called SERVPRO of Frankfort. We were quickly able to locate the source of the smell. The dampness in the crawlspace led to mold growth. Our trained professionals were quickly able to remediate the issue and get rid of the odor quickly.
We have the Expertise to Get Rid of your Mold
SERVPRO of Frankfort professionals can respond quickly to your emergency. Our staff can work quickly and effectively to safely and effectively manage the situation. We have training and equipment that will help us quickly contain and remediate a mold infestation.
If you suspect mold in your home give us a call today. (815)485-6901
Prep work before Mold Remediation
Mold spores can travel through the air attaching to other food sources to guarantee their survival.
Before mold remediation begins SERVPRO of Frankfort professionals with put up plastic barriers to block the affected areas. By doing this mold spores cannot travel to other areas of your home or business. This helps to ensure we can effectively remediate the mold with minimal risk of it traveling to other areas of your home or business.
Hardwood Floor drying
This picture shows our floor mat system. SERVPRO of Frankfort has the capabilities of drying your hardwood floors if they should sustain water damage. It is important that this process is started as soon as you realize there has been water damage to the hardwood.
Convenience with the Customer in Mind
SERVPRO of Frankfort always keeps the customers best interest in mind. Here is our crew cleaning carpet for a dental office. This appointment was made for after closing. This ensures the staff does not have to cancel appointments and also ensures that carpets are dry before reopening the next day.
Fundraising for Local Fire Departments
SERVPRO of Frankfort came across a social media post of a group of girls selling baked goods at local events and donating all the money made to the Fire Departments. We wanted to help the girls and show support for them. SERVPRO Marketing Representative Carol quickly went to the store and purchased the girls lots of baking materials. She personally delivered them to the home of one of the girls and even the girls parents will extremely happy that all the hard work the girls have been putting in was being noticed by the local community.
Commercial Accounts
SERVPRO of Frankfort is known for providing great customer service. So much so that nationwide SERVPRO is used often by many commercial clients. Walgreen's often calls us for crime scene/trauma issues in their stores as well as general cleaning. The managers love SERVPRO of Frankfort because we are prompt, have great communications, and always get the job done right.
Roof Damage
During storms your home is in the mercy of Mother Nature. This home took a hit during a storm damaging the roof and causing water damage. The homeowner was extremely impressed at our quick response time and that our crews were able to minimize the damage.
General Cleaning
Did you know that SERVPRO of Frankfort offers general cleaning. Yes we are the premiere Restoration Company, but SERVPRO is much more that that. Our trained professional can do carpet cleanings, duct cleanings, dryer vent cleanings, power washing and can even do deep cleaning of industrial kitchens.
Wear and Tear
After weeks of finding water in the basement this homeowner enlisted SERVPRO of Frankfort to assist finding the water leak. With the help of thermal imaging cameras our trained technicians were able to determine a lose pipe fitting was the cause of all this homeowners worries.
Bathroom Disasters
This homeowner was in shock to arrive home and see his living room ceiling caved in and water damage in his home. A toilet that had been leaking for sometime was finally apparent when the ceiling below it came crashing in. He was quickly put at ease when SERVPRO of Frankfort showed up and was able to start working right away.
Heavy rains
During heavy rains the number one water damage source is sump pump failure. Maintaining and having a back up plan is your best outcome to reduce the risk of sump failure. Checking the pump frequently during heave rains will also help you catch the issue should your sump pump fail. If your sump pump should fail and you receive water damage call SERVPRO of Frankfort right away.
Post Office tornado damage
A tornado caused significant damage to the roof of the post office. After removing all the mail and closing the Post Office down, our crews were quick at work.removing soaking insulation and flooring. SERVPRO of Frankfort is available for any job big or small.
Condensation
This school was quick to call SERVPRO of Frankfort to ensure they did not receive damage after they found wet walls due to condensation. During the hot summer months the school's air conditioning unit was working overtime to keep the school cool during 100 degree heats. Upon noticing the walls were wet SERVPRO responded right away. Setting the right equipment was crucial to make sure mold did not start to grow.
Flood Light Fire
This home suffered a fire after the electrical wiring in their flood lights caused a fire to the outside of this home. Thankfully no one was hurt and the home suffered minimal damage. Our crews were able to get this family help quickly and back to normal within days.
Dryer Vent Fire
This Frankfort home sustained damage from a dryer vent fire. It is very important to have your dryer vents cleaned and inspected often. These types of fires are preventable.
Call SERVPRO of Frankfort at *(815)485-6901 today for your free estimate.
We Can Get The Job Done Right
SERVPRO specializes in water and mold damage restoration, the cornerstone of our business. SERVPRO professionals have the training and expertise to safely handle any mold situation.
Our trained technicians can even help with tips and identifying the different mold types in your home , giving you the knowledge to give you peace of mind.
Mold can be controlled
You can control mold
Inside your home you can control mold growth by:
-Controlling humidity levels
-Properly fixing leaky roofs, windows, and pipes
-Thoroughly cleaning and drying after flooding
-Ventilation showers, laundry, and cooking areas
Mold after a fire
This Minooka home was affected by water damage from the Fire Department putting out a fire in the home. The homeowner was unaware she had a crawlspace until several weeks after the fire. When she started smelling the musky odor she called SERVPRO who was able to inspect and find the mold in her home.
Wet Hallway
This doctors office was inconvenienced with wet carpet due to a roof leak. The office was pleased that our crews could work after hours to fix their situation without interruption of their scheduled appointments.
Distribution Center Fire
This distribution center faced devastation when a lit cigarette was thrown through an air vent causing a fire. SERVPRO worked day and night 7 days a week until the warehouse was back to normal operations.
Sewage Back up
When excessive rains fill the sewage systems it can cause an overflow in your home or business. Our crime scene and trauma certified trained technicians can come to your rescue. We can make it "Like it never even happened."
Contamination in Flood waters
Flood waters may have high levels of sewage and other hazardous or toxic substances in them. Flood waters can cause heath and safety risks. If you experience flood waters in your home SERVPRO can assist you in keeping your family safe and removing any hazards from your home.
Basement flood Joliet,IL
This Joliet home had several feet of water inside when SERVPRO arrived at the scene. This picture shows the basement right after we pumped all the water out. Drying is still needed as this is just one phase of removing that much water from a home.
Mold mold everywhere
Mold has a very distinct smell. If you should ever smell mold SERVPRO can come out and inspect your home or business. With thermal imaging capabilities we have the resources to see behind walls without touching them. SERVPRO can help with all your mold needs.
Law office water damage
This is the aftermath of a leak in the upstairs bathroom of this office building. Upon arrival the ceiling had caved in causing the water and insulation to cover everything in this office. We were able to get everything cleaned up and insure there was no damage to this lawyers belongings.
Large commercial water damage
SERVPRO is faster to any size disaster.
Our trained technicians will ask a series of questions when you call in for a loss. This helps us understand what type of situation we are walking into. We can also come prepared to start the job the second we arrive. This is especially important when we are dealing with large commercial buildings. The faster we can start working the faster your business can be up and running.
Hospital flood
No matter the size of the disaster SERVPRO is always ready to help. This hospital had flood waters from the nearby creek come into their building. With all hands on deck and commercial grade equipment SERVPRO was able to quickly start the drying process. The hospital board was extremely impressed with SERVPRO's sence of urgency in taking care of their emergency.
Storm damage
This Manhattan, IL home was struck with disaster when the roof was tore off during a storm. Wet insulation covered the home. With more rain on the way SERVPRO of Frankfort technicians main priority was getting the roof secured to prevent more damage.
Sump pump failure
Sump pump failure is the leading cause of basement floods. During strong rains and overuse a sump pump can fail when you need it the most. When sump pump failure happens SERVPRO is available 24/7 to assist with any of your needs.
Basement flood
After several days of rain the river flooding this homeowners basement. With SERVPRO trained technicians on the scene they were able to put the homeowner at ease. We were able to remove all the water and even help with a claims list for them to send to their insurance company. Helping remove stress and get them back to their normal life as soon as possible is our main goal.
Log roll out
This is the aftermath of a burning log rolling out of the fireplace. It is always important to not leave a fire unattended. Even a few minutes can make a difference. This home had significant smoke damage after the burning log smothered itself out after burning on the floor for over an hour.
Sewage Cleanup and Restoration
Sewer backups should be considered an emergency since the water may contain viruses, bacteria, and other microbes that cause serious illnesses. SERVPRO of Frankfort have specialized training and equipment to quickly and safely clean contaminants like sewage.
Earth Day Cleanup in Mokena, IL
SERVPRO of Frankfort team pitching in again with the village of Mokena at the annual earth day cleanup in Mokena, IL. SERVPRO of Frankfort, doing what we always do, Making it all look brand new!
Biohazard Cleanup in Frankfort, IL
Exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health consequences for building occupants, employees, customers, and owners. A failure to properly handle and safely remove such hazardous substances can contribute to unhealthy and even dangerous environments. SERVPRO of Frankfort’s Professional crews are trained to safely and effectively remove biohazardous substances and prepare waste for proper disposal according to OSHA, EPA, and state and local health regulations. Equipped with the necessary safety equipment and cleaning products, SERVPRO® of Frankfort helps turn unsafe environments into clean, safe homes and offices
Severe Weather Expo in New Lenox, IL
The Severe Weather Expo in New Lenox, IL offered Severe Weather Spotter Training. The training provided those in attendance with information on what to look for during severe weather season. Attendees learned about:
Thunderstorms – lightning, hail, damaging winds, flash flooding and tornadoes;
Facts and myths about severe weather hazards that impact our area;
Advisories, watches, and warnings;
How and where weather spotters can report information from the safety of their homes; and
Steps that can be taken to prepare for severe weather.
On the Scene Fast in the Lincoln-Way, IL Area
SERVPRO was on the scene right away to this Lincoln-Way area home. We arrived in time to prevent major water damage.
SERVPRO of Frankfort is dedicated to responding immediately to your Frankfort fire damage emergency. A faster response is the key to help prevent additional damage and reduce the restoration cost.
Fast Clean Up After Fire Damage in Manhattan, IL Home
This is what this Manhattan home looked like after clean-up and restoration. The owner couldn't believe how quickly and completely we were able to clean the soot from the ceiling and walls. "Like it never even happened."
Restoration of Painting at Art Conservatory, Chicago, IL
We can restore documents, paintings and prints after water, mold and soot damage. This print was restored after water damage.
There is no substitute for training and experience. As fire and water damage specialists, our business is built upon fire and water restoration expertise. We have the knowledge and the specialized equipment to get your property back to pre-fire condition.
Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician
Odor Control Technician
Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician
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Fire Damage to Mokena, IL Storage Unit
A car fire caused severe fire damage to this Mokena multi-unit storage unit. SERVPRO of Frankfort was able to clean up fast and get business running again for the business's owner.
Difficult to Access Soot Damage in Streator, IL
Cleanup after fire damage to this warehouse in Streator. The owner couldn't believe how quickly and completely we were able to clean the heavy soot formed on the ceiling. We make disaster "Like it never even happened."