R&R recently chatted with Brian Bowen, co-owner of SERVPRO of Montgomery and several other locations, about a unique odor removal loss – and their unique, effective remediation approach. Here is what Brian had to say about the massive job, and what they learned in the process.
This research is the first to show that the accumulation and bacterial degradation of skin squames (cells that peel off from the skin surface) in air-cooling units is positively correlated to the complaints of urine-like smell in air-conditioned areas.
A company specializing in water and fire damage, as well as mold and biohazard removal, has won the North Coast Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award.
Odor removal is arguably one of the trickiest elements of the restoration process. Most damage is visible to the eye, and when it’s properly remediated, there is no argument the job is done.
Smell Zapper uses a proprietary formulation of non-pathogenic bacteria and enzymes to attack and consume the source of the odor not merely to cover it up. It’s safe to use on fabrics, carpeting and water safe hard surfaces like walls and ceilings.
In our industry, we face jobsite odor problems almost daily, and no matter how much experience we gain, how much training we get, or how many of these educational articles we read, controlling odors can still be a challenge. So, here’s a quick summary of the various odor control tools at your disposal and some tips and tricks I’ve picked up along the way to help you decide what tools to use and when to use them.
Hydroxyl generators have been used for nearly a decade to eliminate smoke odors on countless projects around the world. However, because hydroxyls are so reactive and powerful, there are many other applications in the disaster restoration industry from which contractors are profiting.
