Recent Building Services Posts

Do you need 3D documentation after a fire or water loss?

6/1/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO employee with 3D equipment SERVPRO technician uses Docusketch 3D processing to document a fire loss project.

Do you need 3D documentation after a fire or water loss? Docusketch is just one of the platforms we utilize to correctly and accurately document the claim process. 

We can provide the customer, insurance company, or property manager with a complete 3D scan of the loss. This is helpful to document the entire project and to compare every detail during the process – from our first visit on-site to the completion of the restoration process.

Our customers and business partners enjoy the convenience of the virtual experience, especially when travel is not an option. This often saves time and energy from not making multiple trips to the job site to see if anything was missed. 

Your local SERVPRO of Lufkin/S. Nacogdoches County and SERVPRO of Longview can help manage your loss and make it "Like It Never Even Happened." 

SERVPRO Of Longview Can Handle Both Commercial and Residential Water Damage Mitigation and Restoration

2/5/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO workers in large building Having SERVPRO handle both the damage mitigation and the rebuilding will help save us time, thus saving you money.

No matter what the size of the job is or whether it is commercial or residential, SERVPRO has the experience and training to mitigate and restore your property. All remediation jobs are different, and they require different strategies. That is where the years of expertise and training come in use and why we can tackle a wide arrange of obstacles.

Heavy winds and rain damage can be detrimental to a commercial property, by causing a great deal and damage and putting it out of commission for an extended period. That is why SERVPRO of Longview is always ready 24/7 with a team and equipment ready to go. A large job, such as an elementary school, requires a large team and a lot of equipment. Heavy storm and hail damage can require roof repair, which in a large building can require equipment (such as scissor lifts) to remove the damaged material and install the new. The floors must also be well protected and covered to prevent any further mess or damage.

Having SERVPRO (a specialized team with both the training and the experience) handle both the damage mitigation and the rebuilding will help save us time, thus saving you money. 

Having any roof damage on your Longview Property? Call us today at (903)-238-8100

A Fast Response Time is Critical for Fire or Water Damage in Your Longview Home or Business

2/5/2021 (Permalink)

Indoor flood damage and debris So do not let a disaster keep you down for long, let SERVPRO of Longview make it “Like it never even happened.”

Whenever a water or fire disaster strikes your Lufkin home, an immediate response is critical. That is why SERVPRO of Lufkin offers 24/7 support. The sooner you act, the more it will save you in the long run. One of the best things you can do is add a temporary cover, such as tarps and boards, to help prevent any further damage.

After installing the temporary protective covers, SERVPRO can begin the process of getting your Longview home or business back to its former glory. The professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can simplify the entire restoration process by handling both the initial damage mitigation and rebuilding the affected areas. Having one qualified company for the entire process can save time and keeps costs low. We have experience working with just about anything you could possibly need. We have the experience of working with residential and commercial clients and the experience of working with your insurance adjusters.

So do not let a disaster keep you down for long, let SERVPRO of Longview make it “Like it never even happened.”

Complete Restoration and Rebuilding for Your Longview Home or Business

2/5/2021 (Permalink)

Indoor walls in the process of being rebuilt We have rebuilt and reconstructed countless walls, floors, kitchens, bathrooms, structures and more.

Going through a fire or flood your Longview home or business is both mentally and physically exhausting. That is why SERVPRO of Longview does not leave you to handle everything after the initial disaster by yourself. By offering extensive restoration services beyond just the initial restoration, we can simplify the whole process and keep it cohesive.

Using SERVPRO for more restoration and rebuilds after the fact not only gives you the absolute best in services, but also helps save you money on your Longview home or business. Our Restoration Project Manager and crew are qualified and experienced to tackle the entire process. From the initial cleanup, to the insurance adjusters, to rebuilding and construction. We have rebuilt and reconstructed countless walls, floors, kitchens, bathrooms, structures and more.  Whether your property suffers a small flood or fire and requires minor remediation services, or is large and require complete reconstruction of walls, support beams, floors and sub-floors, our experienced restoration professionals are here to help.  Not only can we remove ceilings, wall and floors affected by property disasters, but we can also replace them.  We provide all necessary reconstruction services and work seamlessly with highly vetted vendors for plumbing, roofing, electrical or other related services.

SERVPRO of Longview is here to work right alongside you, until everything is back and better than it was before. If you have any questions or would like a consultation, call us 24/7 at:

(903) 238-8100

How SERVPRO of Longview Can Help You, After the Initial Disaster

2/5/2021 (Permalink)

Large indoor area being prepared for construction Now that you know that SERVPRO of Longview is your one-stop solution for all your construction needs call us for an estimate at: 903-238-8100

The damage has been contained, the restoration crew has packed up, and the house is quiet again. You make your way to the site of the damage and you are confronted with the remains of what was your home. You are grateful for the men and women of SERVPRO of Longview’s emergency response team, but who is going to put your house back together? Where do you begin? Who can you call?

When the time comes to rebuild the areas of your property damaged by water/fire/mold or any other disaster, SERVPRO of Longview can step in and save you time, money, and the headaches of taking on a construction job on your own.

What makes SERVPRO of Longview’s Reconstruction division such a wise choice is that upon completion of any restoration demolition to your property, you continue to work with the same franchise for your home or business rebuild. This not only saves you time shopping for a general contractor but assures you that you will receive the same unsurpassed customer service from start to finish that you have come to expect from the leader in disaster relief: SERVPRO of Longview.

Now that you know that SERVPRO of Longview is your one-stop solution for all your construction needs call us for an estimate at: 903-238-8100.

Call the experts of SERVPRO of Longview and watch the damage to your home disappear “Like it never even happened.”  

(903) 238-8100

SERVPRO of Longview's Restoration and Rebuilding Process

2/5/2021 (Permalink)

Two Male SERVPRO workers speaking Our crews and managers work closely with you and your insurance provider to restore your property to preloss condition.

Once the emergency mitigation services have been performed in your home or business, our Restoration Project Manager will coordinate with our construction team, your insurance company and adjuster to plan the next steps. Our full-service disaster restoration services provide all the necessary steps in the cleanup, mitigation, restoration and rebuild process from start to finish. Our crews and managers work closely with you and your insurance provider to restore your property to preloss condition. Our goal is to leave you with the home and/or business you had before any damages occurred, as well as minimize any stress or strain associated with handling a restoration and construction project on your own. We have rebuilt and reconstructed countless walls, floors, kitchens, bathrooms, structures and more.  Whether your property suffers a small flood or fire and requires minor remediation services, or is large and require complete reconstruction of walls, support beams, floors and sub-floors, our experienced restoration professionals are here to help.  Not only can we remove ceilings, wall and floors affected by property disasters, but we can also replace them.  We provide all necessary reconstruction services and work seamlessly with highly vetted vendors for plumbing, roofing, electrical or other related services.

As construction in your Deep East Texas commercial or residential property begins a SERVPRO Construction Project Manager will work closely with you and your insurance adjuster to guarantee the highest level of satisfaction and most time-efficient execution of any and all construction requirements and needs. Our goal is to restore and repair your home or business back to its original condition, but also allow for any changes or upgrades to the property at your request (these upgrades may NOT be covered by insurance). This will afford you the opportunity to make any alterations to your property during the reconstruction phase. This will save you time and money on any of those home or business improvements you may have been planning but putting off!  

Contact our SERVPRO of Longview team at (903) 238-8100 today for any questions or a consultation!

Do Not Let Sudden Storm and Water Damage Keep Your Longview Business Down for Long

2/3/2021 (Permalink)

Damaged Wall and two male SERVPRO employees No matter what the size of the job is, SERVPRO has the experience and training to mitigate and restore your property.

No matter what the size of the job is or whether it is commercial or residential, SERVPRO has the experience and training to mitigate and restore your property. All remediation jobs are different, and they require different strategies. That is where the years of expertise and training come in use to be able to tackle a wide arrange of obstacles.

Heavy winds and rain damage can be detrimental to a commercial property, by causing a great deal and damage and putting it out of commission for an extended period. That is why SERVPRO is always ready 24/7 with a team and equipment ready to go. A large job, such as an elementary school, requires a large team and a lot of equipment. Heavy storm and hail damage can require roof repair, which in a large building can require equipment (such as scissor lifts) to remove the damaged material and install the new. The floors must also be well protected and covered to prevent any further mess or damage.

Having SERVPRO (a specialized team with both the training and the experience) handle both the damage mitigation and the rebuilding will help save us time, thus saving you money.

Important Things to Know if Your Longview Home Has Flooded

2/3/2021 (Permalink)

Indoor water damage and flood cutting Much like the name suggests, flood cutting is the process of removing around 2-3 feet of drywall and insulation that have been damaged.

If you have experienced a flood in your Longview home, then you know just how quickly they can cause damage and how widespread that damage can be. If you are fortunate enough to have never experienced a flood in your home, then there might be a few things you are unfamiliar with.

One of the most common repair processes is flood cutting, which is used after there has been sitting water in your home. Much like the name suggests, flood cutting is the process of removing around 2-3 feet of drywall and insulation that have been affected by water damage. After the removal is done, professionals can then replace the drywall and insulation.

The flooding in your home may not always require a flood cut but oftentimes they can be an integral part of the mitigation and rebuilding process. They will help eliminate the spread of mold and bacteria but removing the affected drywall pieces, which can be exceedingly difficult if not impossible to completely clean.

So, if you have had a flood in your Longview home, do not hesitate to contact the pros here at SERVPRO of Longview.

Here to Help Rebuild Communities

2/14/2020 (Permalink)

Why choose SERVPRO of Longview?

Because we have lived the heartaches and losses life brings. We understand how devastated our customers feel when they realize they've lost most everything they own.

Whether it's flooding from a hurricane, destruction from a tornado or a loss from fire damage, we have the professional training and experience you need to get your life back.

When you contact SERVPRO of Longview, our representative will guide you through the crisis and ask several questions that will help us better understand the equipment and resources needed for your site.

When we come to your home or business, we're ready to begin the restoration process. We will inspect and test to determine the extent of damage, and share with your our plan to mediate and restore your property.

We will treat you and your property with compassion and respect.

We will help you get through the crisis.

Our extensively trained and dedicated technicians are here to help you get your life back.

SERVPRO of Longview. "Like it never even happened."   

Restoration and Rebuild

2/7/2020 (Permalink)

After a frustrating and confusing property disaster, SERVPRO of Longview is committed to making the cleanup, restoration and rebuild process as organized, efficient and successful for our clients. Whether your home or building sustained damages from a storm, flood, fire or water disaster, you’ll have trusted and compassionate professionals by your side. Our staff works with you to survey the extent of the property damage, develop a plan for cleanup, restoration and reconstruction.

Disaster restoration and repair for your East Texas commercial or residential property is best left to professionals. Our SERVPRO professionals are skilled with the complexities of removing water and the water extraction, drying, dehumidifying, disinfecting and removal equipment required to complete the job properly. Our expert team has the experience, certifications, and equipment to complete any size restoration and repair your property disaster loss quickly, correctly, and affordably.

Some of our property Restoration services include:

  • Water Removal and Extraction: This important step in the process involves us removing and extracting standing water from all areas of your property. Our SERVPRO technicians utilize industrial grade equipment to move large volumes quickly and efficiently to minimize long term hazards and damage
  • Property Drying: After the bulk of the water is removed hazardous levels of moisture can still exist fibrous structural and aesthetic components in your home or business building. We utilize specialized equipment to pull moisture from the air to create an environment suitable for drying of these important pieces and may also attempt to speed the drying process with heat.
  • Cleanup: After water and moisture have been removed and dried it’s important to conduct thorough cleaning of the affected area to prevent future health hazards. Flooding from rivers and sewers can pose exceptional risks to health and welfare due to the silt and bacteria they carry. Our team will remove damaged items that are beyond repair
  • Soot and Smoke Mitigation: SERVPRO’s full-spectrum restoration capabilities has many benefits when it comes to fire and smoke damage restoration. We often use air scrubbers that creates negative air pressure to force contaminants through HEPA filters before exhausting to the outdoors. Air quality is improved, including the clearing of any fumes from cleaners or solvents used to remove protein-based soot from kitchen fires.


Our team dedicated team, provides professional and prompt emergency restoration services for all local Long Island commercial businesses and homeowners. SERVPRO of Longview’s building services gives our location a unique opportunity to streamline the entire property restoration and recovery process, while mitigating challenges and providing quick and seamless professional service from start to finish.

SERVPRO of Longview Rebuild After a Fire

2/6/2020 (Permalink)

After a devastating house fire there are times when the whole home needs to be restored. Our offices specialize in all aspects of restoration. We can provide mitigation services for fire, water, and storm losses. However, mitigation is only the first step in the restoration process. The restoration process can be a long process and can become overwhelming if a homeowner decides to take on parts of the process on their own.

Rebuilding a home after the mitigation is the second step in the restoration process. We are a "one-stop-shop" for mitigation and restoration. Give SERVPRO of Longview the opportunity to live up to our "Like it never even happened," tagline. We can provide the mitigation services in your home and restore the damaged building materials.

Choosing the Right Reconstruction and Rebuild Company in Longview

2/6/2020 (Permalink)

Disasters are devastating.  Whether caused by water, fire, or storms they can turn your world upside down in a matter of minutes.  Even if your are the strongest of us all, you can begin to feel helpless not knowing where to turn after a catastrophe.  But fortunately for you, SERVPRO of Longview is here and ready to help.

Why SERVPRO?  Why not just pick another company?  Let's consider this; if you find out that you have life threatening illness that requires surgery, would you not want the surgeon with the most extensive training, experience, and a reputation to be the best to get you back to good health?  Well, your property is one of the biggest investment you will make in your lifetime, so it is also very important to have a company with the knowledge, experiences and reputation that you can trust to return your property to its preloss condition.

Three Best Reasons to Use SERVPRO of Longview

  1. Training- Here at SERVPRO of Longview we never stop learning and improving our skills.  We are trained to IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) high standards in fire and water cleanup, mold remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning and other cleaning and other courses. Our SERVPRO education is always ongoing to help us succeed.
  2. Equipment- Our technicians have the professional equipment needed to completely clean and remove the effects of water, mold, soot, smoke, odor and more.  Here at SERVPRO of Longview we keep up on all the latest technology and techniques used in the restoration industry.
  3. Experience- SERVPRO is not some fly-by-night company.  They started over 50 years ago and currently have over 1,700 franchises nationwide. 

If ever in need of a disaster restoration company SERVPRO of Longview is here to help 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, including holidays. 

Reconstruction is Our Specialty in East Texas

2/4/2020 (Permalink)

When your home or business has been damaged by fire, water, or storm damage, SERVPRO of Longview's immediate concern is the safety of those residing in the home or employees in the business. SERVPRO of Longview will work with our customers to make sure the building is secure and safe. Then SERVPRO of Longview can begin the restoration process. Your home or business may need reconstruction work to get your property back to its pre loss condition.

The professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can simplify the restoration process by handling both the initial damage mitigation and rebuilding the affected areas. Having one qualified company for the entire process can save time and keeps costs low.

SERVPRO of Longview can provide this continuity by supervising a full range of restoration services that will bring a building back to full functionality.

SERVPRO of Longview can respond quickly to your commercial and residential asbestos abatement needs and has the training, experience and equipment to handle large commercial or residential asbestos abatement caused by water damage, fire damage or just choosing to remodel.  Whether your emergency or removal project occurs in an apartment building, school, office building or your home, we will respond quickly to conduct a hazardous assessment and manage the removal and restoration project through to its completion.  

SERVPRO of Longview Reconstruction Services

2/3/2020 (Permalink)

When your home or business has been damaged by fire, water, or storm damage, the immediate concern should be temporary protective measures such as placing roof tarps to prevent additional damage, and boarding up to secure the building and remove water and debris.

After protecting and securing the structure, professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can begin the restoration process. Your home or business may need reconstruction work to get your property back to its preloss condition.

The professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can simplify the restoration process by handling both the initial damage mitigation and rebuilding the affected areas. Having one qualified company for the entire process can save time and keeps costs low.

SERVPRO of Longview can provide this continuity by supervising a full range of restoration services that will bring a building back to full functionality.

  • Board Up
  • Carpet Repair and Installation
  • Document Drying
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Drywall Installation
  • Drywall Removal
  • Electrical
  • Electronics Restoration
  • Fine Art Restoration
  • Furniture Restoration
  • HVAC Services
  • Move Out
  • Painting
  • Portable Power
  • Roof Tarp
  • Temporary Warehouse Space
  • Tile Floor Repair

East Texas Reconstruction

2/3/2020 (Permalink)

East Texas businesses that suffer major property damage can rebuild economically and successfully. But it does involve following a few basic guidelines.

When your business or commercial property suffers damage from fire, water, wind, or other natural causes, your immediate concern should be ways to protect your property from more damage. When a storm is over that doesn’t mean the potential for damage is over. For example, broken windows should be boarded up. Compromised doors should be secured from more weather damage and (if possible) from entry. A damaged roof should be covered with roof tarps.

Be Careful About Entering

At SERVPRO of Longview we always advise business owners to use caution before entering a damaged commercial property. After major damage always get the go ahead to enter from the fire department, police, or other immediate responder in charge. Check for power lines, gas leaks, and structural damage. If any of your electrical equipment is wet, contact an electrician.

You do want to get in as soon as you can so you can prepare loss information for your insurance claims and get estimates of the damages. Take your time examining the property and write down all the damage so you can present a complete list to the insurer.

Need Commercial Business Reconstruction Estimates and Services? Call (903) 283-8100

Once you protect and secure your business or commercial property, professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can begin the restoration process. Many business owners need reconstruction work to get their property back to its preloss condition. Other critical steps business and commercial property owners should take are:

Call your insurance company


Your insurance agent should be among the first people you contact about any commercial property damage. He or she can be extremely helpful. Insurance agents go through the process of dealing with property damage all the time. They’re experts at assessing damage and making sure you do what you need to do to properly file and collect an insurance claim. Each insurance company has certain policies and procedures you want to be certain to follow.

Thoroughly examine the damage and talk to your local building department


After assessing the damage to your business or commercial property, contact your local town building department for information on the required building permits. Permits are always required for any demolition or permanent repairs, reconstruction, roofing, filling, and other types of site development. Regulations vary from Lufkin to Nacogdoches and other towns.

Protect your commercial property and yourself from contractor fraud


Only hire licensed contractors to do repairs on your commercial property. Check with your local building department to ensure the contractor is licensed. If you hire a contractor, don’t pull the permits for them. If the contractor makes this request, it may be an indication that the contractor is not properly licensed.

Take photographs of damage caused by the storm or weather event
Photographs of the after-storm condition of your commercial property can provide proof of damage for insurance and other purposes. Take the photos immediately after the damage and before repair work begins. Keep all your receipts for insurance purposes.


Prepare long before a storm hits

Don’t wait for a fire, flood, storm, or other natural disaster to begin preparing. Take a complete set of photographs of your commercial property in its current condition to serve as “before” pictures. Date those photographs and store them off site. If and when a storm strikes your business, you can take “after” pictures to show the full extent of the damage. 

Need Commercial Business Reconstruction Estimates and Services? Call (903) 283-8100

The professionals at SERVPRO of Longview can simplify the commercial property restoration process by handling both the initial damage mitigation and rebuilding the affected areas of your business property. Having one qualified company for the entire process can save you time and lower your costs.

SERVPRO of Longview provides a full range of commercial building restoration services that will get you back in business and bring your building and property back to full use. This is one reason why SERVPRO uses the line, “Like it never even happened.”