A minor mold problem can quickly become a major infestation if left untreated. We can start the remediation process immediately after you contact us. A faster response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation costs.

Flooding and water damage is very invasive. Water quickly spreads throughout your home and gets absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, and more. This Albany home suffered water damage in the kitchen resulting in the cabinets needing to be removed and replaced.

If your home suffers from water damage, it may go deeper than you think. Water can seep into the walls, ceiling and insulation in your home and go unnoticed to the untrained eye. Unattended water in your insulation can then lead to mold growth. Call us today if you experience water damage!

Unexpected water emergencies can happen at anytime and cause severe damage. This Albany home experienced a burst pipe in the bathroom which caused water to soak into the carpeting. SERVPRO technicians will remove the wet carpet and dry the flooring underneath to ensure all damage is taken care of. 

By using a Moisture Meter, SERVPRO can determine where in your home or business water damage might of affected the building components of your property. These instruments can let us know how wet the affected materials are, and when they have finally dried to their moisture level goals.

When SERVPRO receives a call for a trauma, or hazardous job, including a sewage situation, our technicians are properly trained to wear the proper protective suits, and how to properly clean up the job.  SERVPRO is available 24/7 to handle your trauma or biohazard situation. 

Water damage isn't an event you can schedule like a doctors appointment. Often times, a loss occurs in the middle of the night. Response time is critical to lessen the extent of the damage. At SERVPRO we are available 24/7 to assist with your needs.  We want to get you back "Like it never even happened."

At SERVPRO we specialize in carpet cleaning, and spot removal. No job is too large, or too small, and each is treated with the same professional cleaning you deserve. At SERVPRO we have certified technicians to take care of your carpets.

SERVPRO was happy to provide a board up for this Albany home after a fire. Once the fire marshal concludes their investigation SERVPRO will be able to provide services for fire damage, water damage, and a mold remediation. 

It is not hard to walk away from a pan cooking on the stove especially with so many distractions. But leaving something cooking leaves you wide open to a potential fire at most, and smoke damage the least. Should you have a kitchen fire, SERVPRO can not only pack out your kitchen for repairs, but if needed, can also store your items while the damage is repaired.

Toilet overflow is gross and unsanitary and requires special training and equipment to clean. This type of backup is called Category 3 water or "Black Water." It may contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes. If your home experiences a water loss like this, it's important to call the professionals at SERVPRO to take care of it.

When a catastrophe happens it is a time for everyone involved to work together as a team.  At SERVPRO once a call is received it's all hands on deck, and implement a plan that is going to get you back to "Like it never even happened."  

Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s Corporate Training Facility to regular IICRC industry certifications, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property. We used advanced technology that involves the manipulation of temperature and relative humidity to remove moisture and dry a property quickly and effectively.

As leaders in the water damage industry, we have advanced training and expertise, not to mention a tremendous amount of hands-on experience. We use this training and experience to quickly dry your home and restore it back to pre-water-damage condition.

If a storm floods your basement, chances are the water is Category 3 water or "Black Water." This type of water contains unsanitary agents and harmful bacteria. So it's important to clean your floors and walls thoroughly before the drying process begins. 

Storm, flood and water damage often leads to a mold problem. This Albany home suffered from flood damage in their basement after a severe storm. Unfortunately, when water sits for too long it can lead to a mold infestation such as this. Luckily SERVPRO of South Albany County has the expertise to take care of both water and mold damage.

If a storm floods your Albany home, it's likely that many of your belongings may be damaged or even ruined. SERVPRO of South Albany County offers move out, temporary warehouse space and restoration for your electronics, documents, photographs, carpets, clothing and more!

If your home has been devastatingly affected by water, fire or storm damage, we can help! It's possible your home may require some reconstruction work to get it back to its preloss condition. Our highly trained professionals can help with every step of this process, including temporary move out. 

If you ever experience a water loss in your attic or bathroom, it's important to be sure the damage didn't go further than what initially meets the eye. If there is water left unaddressed it can lead to additional water damage in the ceiling which may go unnoticed until you see paint bubbles like you do here.

Sometimes water damage to your Albany home can be so severe it ruins the insulation in both the walls and ceiling. As you can see in this picture, the ceiling has collapsed exposing insulation already. The X's marked on the walls indicates where demolition needs to be completed. Removing the wet insulation is imperative to prevent mold growth.

If you have water damage after a storm, whether it is from contaminated water or not, it is important to have it removed right away. Even water from a clean source can contribute to secondary damage like rotting building materials and mold growth. SERVPRO of South Albany County has the necessary equipment and experience to return your building to its previous condition quickly and safely. We can also sanitize and salvage many of your affected belongings.

When water seeps into your Albany property, it can take less than 48 hours for the secondary damages to occur. Odors may begin to linger while mold growth may occur on various surfaces. If the water intrusion incident remains unattended for more than 48 hours, your wooden floor may start to warp, and the structural stability of your home may get affected.

When your floors are wet, you must restore normal moisture levels. Your efforts in soaking up the water with mops and towels are helpful, but they may be insufficient. Our SERVPRO team knows that rushing to dry flooring material may damage it even more, which is why we work at an appropriate pace commensurate with the type of flooring you have.

When a storm floods your property, one of the problems you have to worry about is contamination. Failure to decontaminate the affected areas can pose significant risks. It is important to note that you can clean up your Albany property, but leave traces of contaminants.

Our crew is always on call to respond to your disaster, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including all holidays. Once our office is notified of your loss, a certified technician will arrive onsite within an hour to begin assessing the damage. Within four hours a crew will have arrived onsite and the mitigation process will begin.

One of the most damaging problems in many homes and businesses is water. It can be water that comes from storms, water from a pipe break, or even water left behind as the aftermath of a fire that was extinguished. Left unchecked or undetected, water can cause many unwanted issues. Fortunately, SERVPRO of South Albany County technicians have the technology to detect and address water issues. Water detection is the first step. When a home or business owner suspects water problems but is unsure where the water is at or what’s the cause, our moisture detection and measurement technology can really save the day, from infrared cameras to moisture detectors, hygrometers, and other meters that measure the extent of moisture saturation. Once water is located, we use various technologies to extract the water, including powerful extraction equipment that is either truck mounted or even submersible in high water situations.

SERVPRO of South Albany County can help you with all sorts of disasters! We value restoration over replacement and will work thoroughly and quickly to restore your home or place of business. Our highly trained technicians and advanced equipment is prepared for any size disaster.

After experiencing water damage in your Albany business, you most likely have started to remove as much water as possible and begun the drying out process. After some time, you notice things appear to be drying, however, even though things feel dry, they actually may still be wet, leading to more damage such as: swollen and cracked drywall or furniture, mold & mildew, warped doors and windows and paint blisters.

Whether a water emergency is due to equipment issues, a burst pipe, or weather event, the resulting damage can negatively impact your business in many ways. In addition to the effect that such an event has on your customers, workflow, employees, and inventory, the damage to your commercial building itself can be quite severe.

Our highly trained technicians will begin the water removal process almost immediately. Depending on the amount of water, we may use powerful submersible pumps in addition to industrial strength, wet/dry vacuums. Removing most of the water helps reduce drying time and helps prevent secondary water damage and mold and bacterial growth

Water damage is very invasive and can spread quickly into floors, ceilings, walls, etc. Damage can begin in as little as a few minutes, and every minute spent on cleaning and restoring can cost your business lost revenue. Luckily SERVPRO of South Albany County has the training, experience, and equipment to handle large commercial flooding or water damage emergencies. 

When your Albany home suffers from a fire, there will often be significant water damage as well due to the firefighters efforts. That's why you should call SERVPRO of South Albany County! Our certified professionals are trained in both water and fire damage cleanup and restoration!

Not only is mold ugly and scary, but it also can have negative impacts on your health. Older adults and young children are especially prone to these affects and it is important to act fast when mold is first spotted. Without proper care from a certified professional, the mold can reappear and cause more stress to your family. Call SERVPRO of South Albany County immediately to remediate the mold in your home.

This Albany homeowner needed our help after his toilet supply line burst soaking his carpet in the adjacent bedroom. He was quick to call SERVPRO of South Albany County and we responded within the hour. 

Stories like this one are perfect examples of why people trust our team when their home suffers a pipe break, a flood, an overflow or a groundwater intrusion. our teams are always ready to help. 

If you have water damage in your home, call the experts at SERVPRO of South Albany County @ (518) 456-1111 today and let us help you make it "Like it never even happened"

When disaster strikes, strike back with the Number 1 restoration company in the area! Our team has the training, knowledge and equipment to make it, "Like it never even happened". Call (518) 456-1111 today!

Winter is fast approaching, and the fear of frozen and broken pipes are on the minds of many homeowners and maintenance people. These fears are a reality for many individuals who have faced severe damages in the past. When it comes to sudden disasters, it is all about response time. When a school or a manufacturer experiences extensive water damage, it has the ability to put them out of commission for an extended period of time. This is especially harmful to businesses as their profit is reliant on being open. 

If you need help NOW, call SERVPRO of South Albany County. We are available 24/7, 365 days a year. If the thought of dealing with your insurance provider has you stressed out even more, don't worry! We will work with your insurance company to help make everything run as smooth as possible. 

SERVPRO has its own line of professional cleaning products that each franchise uses on their jobs. Our corporate office has provided us with product education, protocols, and guide sheets to help us through just about any cleanup job. Some of the products are shown in this photo, however this is not nearly all of them!

Restoring a property is SERVPRO of South Albany County's expertise! You will appreciate the immediate response we provide and feel comfort in knowing that we are doing everything we can to minimize the damage to your home or business.

Call (518) 456-1111!

A medical facility had suffered water damage from a frozen pipe, affecting their examination rooms, as well as the doctors offices.  To make matters worse, they lost their heat. No worries, SERVPRO placed desiccant dehumidifiers along with air movers, to ensure the building was safely dried. We helped limit the time that the offices were closed.

A homeowner called SERVPRO in to help remediate water and mold damage in their basement.  They an ongoing water problem for years and decided- enough is enough. They made the right call.

Burning something on the stove is always covered by insurance. Give SERVPRO a call if you have a fire loss. We're experienced and trusted by all the major insurance companies.

Mold damage at this home was the result of a toilet supply line leak. The residents were out of town on an extended vacation when the mold began to grow. It doesn’t take too much time for mold to rapidly accelerate when conditions are right.

Fire damage resulted from an oily skillet fire in this kitchen. The fire spread enough to leave a thick residue of soot and smoke damage on the ceiling, walls, and cabinets. The owner decided to replace the upper cabinets, and we cleaned the rest of the fire damage with dry sponging and a special primer in preparation for a finish coat of paint.

A storm lifted some shingles on a roof, and the resulting storm damage to this house is apparent. The removal of hanging drywall panels and securing the structure is the first step in the storm damage restoration process.

Frigid temps caused the pipe leading into the toilet in the downstairs bath to burst flooding the entire first floor. The homeowner was at work at the time of the incident and returned to a flooded home.  He immediately called SERVPRO of South Albany County and we were on the scene within 15 minutes!

Freezing temperatures caused a hot water heater pipe to burst and the customer needed extensive drying. As shown SERVPRO ofSouth Albany Countyused highly specialized drying system. We are the premier water damage specialists who get started promptly to get your homedry, valuables safe and back to pre -water-damage condition.

This house fire started in the attic, it affected most of the structure. Roof tarping and board up were needed. 

Besides the obvious advantage of lower costs, our “restore first” mentality also gets you back into your home or business quicker and with less disruption to your life.

A local Albany restaurant experienced fire damage; towels close to the fuse box caught on fire which affected most of the kitchen area. A little over 1,000 square footage being treated. 

Devices do catch on fire, even on a bed - be cautious! SERVPRO of South Albany County did general clean up and set an air scrubber. We also wet washed the walls, sponged ceilings, cleaned all contents, and vacuumed/swept/mopped all floors.

Kitchen fires are all too common; a greasy, dirty vent ignited, and smoke and soot damage was the result. Though the cabinets can be refinished to look "Like it never even happened." the odor was very unpleasant. We wiped down the soot, cleaned the vent filters, and set up hydroxyl generators to eliminate the bad smell.

A Real Estate firm in a suburb of Albany experienced water damage as a result of a pipe burst.  The entire floor was affected as the carpeting had to be completely removed and the floors had to be bone dry to prevent any subsequent mold growth. SERVPRO was immediately on the scene ready to help!

The sewer main line backed up at this commercial property which affected multiple rooms. 

There are three major types of contaminated water. SERVPRO of South Albany County will inspect that contaminated water to determine the type of water and then plan the appropriate response to safely restore your home or business.

SERVPRO of South Albany County "tented" this gymnasium floor, and pumped in warm dehumidified air to dry and return to it's preloss condition. Would you like to guess what the cost would have been to replace this entire hardwood floor? Email us.

A homeowner in Albany called us about a water damage incident at their residential property. Water damaged their expensive hardwood flooring. Drying hardwood flooring is a complicated process. Our crew of skilled technicians quickly began to remove any water to prevent possible mold growth or secondary water damage. Using high-speed air movers and dehumidifiers, we were able to thoroughly dry their flooring. We repaired and restored the hardwood to new.

Commercial water damage resulted from a sewer backup in this Albany office building. As the photo shows SERVPRO of South Albany County technicians clean every inch when they go to work. They are shown in the protective gear required when dealing with raw sewage.

The sheen on this floor after a SERVPRO night crew worked its magic speaks for itself. Our IICRC industry certified technicians can strip this commercial vinyl floor of built-up wax, dirt, and grime on a scheduled maintenance program or as a one-time request. The baseboards and corners receive special attention, and all the desks and tables are returned to their exact locations. In this case, we cannot say "Like it never even happened." It looks better!

Commercial water damage should always be cleaned up quickly to prevent secondary damages from the water, but when the water leak is directly on an electrical fixture such as a ceiling light the urgency increases.

This mold damage shows how truly extensive a water damage can become when not properly remediated by an accredited company.  SERVPRO of South Albany County has the certifications and expertise to help remediate water and mold damage.

Mold damage can become an expensive project that needs to be handled by the professionals at SERVPRO of South Albany County.  As soon as you see or feel water damage, don't delay and call us today.

This water damage occurred in Albany, NY and caused water to cover this entire carpeted basement from recent heavy rains.  SERVPRO of South Albany County arrived to the water damage and immediately began water extraction. If your home or business has suffered a water loss call SERVPRO of South Albany County to make it, "Like it never even happened."

This family discovered extensive microbial growth in their home, thanks to a water leak that went undetected for months. Believe it or not, mold problems like this can be mitigated with the right expertise and equipment. SERVPRO of South Albany County has trained technicians that were able to remove the mold growth, and then restore the space to preloss conditions. The family was very grateful that we were able to recover their home and protect them from any potential health effects. 

In many cleaning and restoration situations, immediate action is needed. Water is particularly invasive, quickly spreading throughout your property and being absorbed into floors, walls, furniture, etc. SERVPRO arrives quickly and starts the water extraction process almost immediately. 

Every mold infestation is different, from the extent and type of growth, to the variety of materials affected. Each scenario requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. When you discover mold, call us and we will go through our standard mold remediation process: 

• Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
• Mold Containment
• Air Filtration
• Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
• Cleaning Contents and Belongings
• Restoration

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation. In this photo a family came home from vacation to find their front window had been smashed out by a tree in a storm, creating the perfect opportunity for mold to grow in their absence. 

Mold spreads quickly, so a minor mold infestation can quickly escalate into a major problem. We’re dedicated to responding immediately when you contact us. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces cost. 

We utilize IICRC approved guidelines to remediate water damages. Here is a home that had water damage due to a water heater leak that we dried within three days. If water damages are not taken care of quickly, a mold problem will soon occur. Call SERVPRO of South Albany County to properly dry your property. 

The torrential downpours we experienced a few weeks ago caused several basements in our area to become wet. Even in situations of storms, SERVPRO responds fast, because we know that there is no such thing as a small disaster. We'll be there to make it, "Like it never even happened."

With the recent storms, heavy rain has caused severe damage in this local home. The roof was unfortunately not tarped properly, and the wind blew it off. Insulation fell into the home along with inches of rain. This caused mold to grow as well. SERVPRO of South Albany County was on site within one hour of the call to put the customer's home back in order. 

Water damage to homes and businesses often require professional commercial equipment along with professional water damage restoration crews to alleviate the damage to their property. This photo shows a Commercial Air Mover, which SERVPRO of South Albany County relies on to help with water damage cleanup. When used along with commercial dehumidifiers, this unit helps speed up the process of drying and dehumidification. If you have a water damage problem to cope with and want the most up to date commercial equipment to be used, call SERVPRO of South Albany County. We're faster to any disaster and we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

This is a photo of a fire damage job we had in Albany. Here at SERVPRO we understand what a horrible experience it is to have a home fire and that damage that comes with it. Our focus is on the homeowner or business owner going through such a tragic event. After a home fire there's soot and smoke damage that gets through the ventilation and contaminates the whole house. So along with removing the damaged contents we also do a deep clean through out the whole house. Scrubbing the walls and using special equipment to clean out the ventilation. This photo shows you what a difference our special cleaning products make! We can make it, "Like it never even happened."

The leak in the ceiling led to its collapse in this Guiderland rental unit. The mold patches grew from the excess moisture. The drywall panels, removed by SERVPRO techs, readied the mold remediation for disinfecting before a rebuild of the ceiling.

One of the key responsibilities for the guys at SERVPRO of South Albany County at any water loss is effectively mapping the water intrusion. We do this by using several tools, including thermal imaging, as seen in this picture. Thermal imaging allows us to see the cooling effect of evaporation behind drywall and other common building materials. This and many other more traditional moisture meters allow us to get a better picture on what's really going on in the hidden spaces of your home or business.

Fire damage to this Guilderland home was started by an electrical fire in a second story bedroom. The fire ultimately burnt through the roof causing some structural damage on its way. SERVPRO of South Albany County was contracted to clean up the water damage from firefighting and the reconstruction of the affected part of the structure.

This is a picture of a hydroxyl generator used by SERVPRO of South Albany County for deodorization during bio hazard, mold, and fire jobs. Hydroxyls are excellent for the removal of bio odors and can be placed in occupied spaces where people, pets and plants cannot be removed. In this particular job an apartment had its refrigerator go out and all the food spoiled. SERVPRO of South Albany County was able to clean the affected area with a product designed for bio odors, clean the HVAC ducts and coil and then leave the hydroxyl generator for two days eliminating any lingering odors. If you would like to have your house or business deodorized call SERVPRO of South Albany County.

This picture was taken shortly after SERVPRO of South Albany County arrived and cleaned up the ceiling that had collapsed onto the floor of a garage after some heavy spring rains. Our guys removed the damaged drywall and wet insulation and placed drying equipment to dry the rest of the walls. Once dry, new drywall will be installed.