As we watched the development of Hurricane Sandra over the weekend, our
deepest fears appear to be a reality. Based on all forecast models and
latest information, this hurricane will reach landfall some time today and
deliver powerful winds and rain over the next 24-48 hours.
It is likely that this storm will produce the same, or worse, results as did Hurricane Irene just last year.Since no one can control or change this course of events, all one can do is prepare.
Servpro is bringing equipment and crew in from all parts of the nation. Servpro of Western Essex County and Servpro of Central Union County will do its very best to provide as much service to our customers as we possibly can. We will not be alone in this, but, our industry may once again be stretched, depending on the severity of this storm.
We, here at Servpro of Western Essex County and Servpro of Central Union County,
understand this situation and the impact it has on our lives. Our employees also live in the same areas which will be impacted by this event.
Please trust that we will do everything in our power to provide service or advise you in this situation.
Please be safe. We are all in this together.
Best Regards,
Bob Morrison, Principal/ Vice President of Business Development
Karl Spinner, Principal/ Vice President of Operations
Servpro of Western Essex County
Servpro of Central Union County
1-866-361-3400
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Monday, October 29, 2012
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Reminder
A Reminder from Servpro
Homeowners
Move all contents, light furniture, boxes, paper, electronics, etc to upper floors. It will help reduce loss and detour costs should you experience flooding
Homeowners
Move all contents, light furniture, boxes, paper, electronics, etc to upper floors. It will help reduce loss and detour costs should you experience flooding
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Nor'Easter Possible in NJ
Preparedness Message From Servpro of Wayne
State officials and weather forecasters are growing concerned that a powerful nor’easter, formed from Tropical Storm Sandy and an approaching cold front, could wreak havoc in the Garden State early next week, potentially causing extensive flooding as well as damage from hurricane-force winds.
Sandy formed in the southern Caribbean Monday, and forecasters say it is expected to track up the east coast in the coming days potentially making landfall in the New Jersey/Long Island area early on Monday or Tuesday.
“This storm has the potential to be very dangerous,” said Gary Szatkowski, the meteorologist in charge at the National Weather Service’s Mount Holly office. “When you bring a tropical system into a situation like this, it’s like adding fuel to a fire. You can get some incredibly powerful storms and this one has the potential to be very strong.”
While Sandy is expected to lose it’s tropical characteristics by the time it arrives, Szatkowski said it has the potential to explode into a massive Nor’Easter, the effects of which New Jersey could start experiencing as early as Sunday
Servpro of Wayne
576 Valley Road Suite 102
Wayne, NJ 07470
973-546-4977
www.servprowayne.com
State officials and weather forecasters are growing concerned that a powerful nor’easter, formed from Tropical Storm Sandy and an approaching cold front, could wreak havoc in the Garden State early next week, potentially causing extensive flooding as well as damage from hurricane-force winds.
Sandy formed in the southern Caribbean Monday, and forecasters say it is expected to track up the east coast in the coming days potentially making landfall in the New Jersey/Long Island area early on Monday or Tuesday.
“This storm has the potential to be very dangerous,” said Gary Szatkowski, the meteorologist in charge at the National Weather Service’s Mount Holly office. “When you bring a tropical system into a situation like this, it’s like adding fuel to a fire. You can get some incredibly powerful storms and this one has the potential to be very strong.”
While Sandy is expected to lose it’s tropical characteristics by the time it arrives, Szatkowski said it has the potential to explode into a massive Nor’Easter, the effects of which New Jersey could start experiencing as early as Sunday
Servpro of Wayne
576 Valley Road Suite 102
Wayne, NJ 07470
973-546-4977
www.servprowayne.com
Friday, October 12, 2012
Puff backs
Think running out of oil is bad? How about having burned, smelly oil soot spread throughout your home? A puffback is an explosion of un-burned oil on the bottom of the combustion chamber in an oil-fired furnace, boiler, or water heater. In its worst form, puffbacks can be dangerous and can lead to oil residue contamination and fire. The problem is most often caused by a poorly-operating heating system that needs professional attention.
The strength of a puffback explosion can vary. It will depend on the amount of oil that is ignited, the heater appliance type, the condition of the equipment and so on. The puffback ignition can damage your heating appliance. If it is strong enough, it can cause your stackpipe to become disconnected, increasing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Puffbacks also blow soot throughout you home.
The soot release from continual puffbacks can the release can be gradual or abrupt. A light explosion may just leave black dust around the heating unit. Stronger explosions can spread soot throughout your house. Forced hot air heat can easily spread soot from a puffback.
Before a catastrophic and potentially explosive puffback occurs, you'll generally have some warning in the form of gas odors and soot. Some signs of problems include:
Black soot and debris on top of your boiler, furnace, or water heater.
Soot stains on the ceiling or wall surfaces around the unit area.
Soft rumbling sounds from your burner after the furnace run cycle ends. Noises when your oil burner begins each run cycle. It may sound like a puff or bang. This is probably the unburned oil igniting.
Oil leaks or air leaks in the oil piping system or at the burner.
These are signs that your oil burning furnace or boiler is not burning properly. If you experience any of these warning signs, your system should be inspected and repaired.
One of the best ways to prevent puff backs and oil soot contamination is to have all of your oil fired heating appliances serviced regularly, normally once a year. During the rest of the year, be alert for odd smells and oil leaks. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, immediately call your heating service company.
The strength of a puffback explosion can vary. It will depend on the amount of oil that is ignited, the heater appliance type, the condition of the equipment and so on. The puffback ignition can damage your heating appliance. If it is strong enough, it can cause your stackpipe to become disconnected, increasing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Puffbacks also blow soot throughout you home.
The soot release from continual puffbacks can the release can be gradual or abrupt. A light explosion may just leave black dust around the heating unit. Stronger explosions can spread soot throughout your house. Forced hot air heat can easily spread soot from a puffback.
Before a catastrophic and potentially explosive puffback occurs, you'll generally have some warning in the form of gas odors and soot. Some signs of problems include:
Black soot and debris on top of your boiler, furnace, or water heater.
Soot stains on the ceiling or wall surfaces around the unit area.
Soft rumbling sounds from your burner after the furnace run cycle ends. Noises when your oil burner begins each run cycle. It may sound like a puff or bang. This is probably the unburned oil igniting.
Oil leaks or air leaks in the oil piping system or at the burner.
These are signs that your oil burning furnace or boiler is not burning properly. If you experience any of these warning signs, your system should be inspected and repaired.
One of the best ways to prevent puff backs and oil soot contamination is to have all of your oil fired heating appliances serviced regularly, normally once a year. During the rest of the year, be alert for odd smells and oil leaks. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, immediately call your heating service company.
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