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SERVPRO of St Paul Central West
Jeff Short
Jeff Short is the owner of SERVPRO of St. Paul CW
He has certifications from the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Certification (IICRC) in water, mold, and fire. He believes in honesty and hard work. His community involvements include the Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He likes to spend time with his family and enjoys youth sports coaching in baseball and football, loves fishing, and the outdoors. He is a big fan of the Chicago Cubs.
Abigail Thomsen
Abigail Thomsen is the Operations Manager at SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West. Abby has the following certifications from the Institute of Inspection (IICRC): Master Water Restorer, Master Smoke Restorer, and Journeyman Textile Restorer.
In her free time, Abby likes to spend time outside and playing softball.
Abigail has worked for SERVPRO®; since 2018
She really enjoys being able to help people through a catastrophe and getting them back to their normal lives.
Bill Conlin
Bill serves as a Business Development Representative for SERVPRO Team Short, having joined the team in early 2024. With a solid background in the sales industry, he contributes a wealth of experience to our organization.
During his leisure time, he derives enjoyment from attending his children's hockey games, savoring moments with his family, and engaging in golfing pursuits.
Bill finds fulfillment in his role at SERVPRO, as it allows him to provide valuable assistance to the local community during times of crisis.
Lance Bortot
Lance is a Production Manager at SERVPRO of St. Paul CW.
Before joining SERVPRO, Lance was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, stationed in Anchorage, Alaska for eight years. Lance also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Lance is excited to continue the success and professionalism of Team Short Franchises in Minnesota.
Levi Richey
Levi Richey is the Project Manager at SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West. Levi has the following certifications from the Institute of Inspection (IICRC): Water Restoration (WRT), Applied Structural Drying (ASD), and Applied Microbial Remediation (AMRT).
Levi likes watching soccer, traveling, listening to and creating music.
He really enjoys being able to help people back to their everyday lives and the fact that every day is different.
Keiarra Johnson
Keiarra is an integral part of our team at SERVPRO Team Short, serving as a Crew Chief. Her expertise and attention to detail have been invaluable in ensuring that our projects are completed with the highest level of quality and efficiency.
When Keiarra is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family. She is a devoted mother to her son and loves nothing more than having fun with her loved ones. She is also a big fan of video games and music, which she finds to be a great way to unwind after a long day.
Keiarra is passionate about working at SERVPRO because she enjoys the dynamic nature of the job. Every day is different, and she loves the challenge of working on diverse projects that require her to apply her knowledge and skills in new and creative ways. Her dedication to her work and her positive attitude make her a valuable member of our team, and we are lucky to have her with us.
Kymel Dunbar
Kymel is a big part of the SERVPRO Team Short. He is a Senior Crew Chief, he joined our team in January 2023. He arrived with a strong eagerness to delve into the industry and expand his knowledge. Starting as a Production Technician Kymel quietly moved his way up.
Outside of work, Kymel loves watching his favorite TV shows, playing sports, and hanging out with his friends and family
Kymel likes working at SERVPRO because of the family environment. He enjoys getting to meet new people and working on new projects every day.
Ted Yanish
Ted is a part of the SERVPRO Team Short as a Production Technician, having joined our team in March 2024. He arrived with a strong eagerness to delve into the industry and expand his knowledge.
When he's not at work, Ted finds enjoyment in listening to the latest country hits with his close friends. Furthermore, he's an avid outdoorsman, cherishing his time spent hunting and fishing.
Ted finds great fulfillment in his role at SERVPRO, as it presents him with new and exciting challenges every day, allowing him to make a positive difference in people's lives. He also deeply values the mentorship and learning opportunities provided by his experienced colleagues.
Olanzon Samuels
Olanzo is a valued member of the SERVPRO Team Short, where he serves as a Production Technician. He became part of our team in December 2023 and brings with him the dedication and discipline acquired through his service in the US military.
Outside of his professional commitments, Olanzo keeps himself busy by practicing mixed martial arts, hitting the gym, and indulging in his passion for reading and traveling. Additionally, he is an avid fan of soccer, basketball, and football, both as a spectator and player.
Olanzo finds great satisfaction in his work at SERVPRO as it constantly presents him with fresh challenges, allowing him to have a positive impact on the lives of others.
Damian Levine
Damian is an invaluable member of the SERVPRO Team Short, excelling in his role as a Team Lead. He brought 15 years of exemplary customer service and management skills to our team when he joined in mid-2024.
Beyond his professional commitments, Damian is an avid lover of the great outdoors and cherishes quality time with friends and family. Additionally, he takes pleasure in spoiling his nieces and nephews.
Damian derives immense satisfaction from his role at SERVPRO, where he consistently encounters new challenges, empowering him to create a positive impact on the lives of others.
What our
customers are saying
Abby and Levi are great to work with. Highly recommended!
I called SERVPRO and they were at my house within a couple of hours. My basement flooded and Samantha and Marco assessed the damages. They were very thorough and honest about the restoration that needed to be done. They did an excellent cleanup job and I was very impressed! I will definitely call SERVPRO again if my basement floods again.
Very impressed! I worked with Levi specifically who was quick to respond and get the project underway. I appreciated his willingness to explain the remediation process and cleanup to me as well. During such a stressful time for my family, SERVPRO made the entire experience as painless as possible. I will be strongly recommending this to my coworkers, friends, and really anyone who is willing to listen!
I had an ice dam break on the roof of my house and water leaked into my walls causing ALOT of water damage. Water also got underneath some of my flooring. I immediately called my homeowners insurance and they recommended SERVPRO for the demolition and removal of the damaged walls and floor. They did an excellent job!! I specifically worked with Levi and he communicated with me daily. His team and himself made a very difficult and stressful situation much less awful! I highly recommend to everyone out there needing assistance in this area.
Kymel and Kiarra were such terrific help. Very professional and explained the solution clearly. Did an excellent job with the water damage mitigation and cleanup. I highly recommend them!
Did a great job and checked every box you could think of and more. Professional, courteous, and while they knew that I went through was unfortunate, they were very reassuring I'd be taken care of to my satisfaction. Highly recommended.
Abby and Levi are great to work with. Highly recommended!
I called SERVPRO and they were at my house within a couple of hours. My basement flooded and Samantha and Marco assessed the damages. They were very thorough and honest about the restoration that needed to be done. They did an excellent cleanup job and I was very impressed! I will definitely call SERVPRO again if my basement floods again.
Very impressed! I worked with Levi specifically who was quick to respond and get the project underway. I appreciated his willingness to explain the remediation process and cleanup to me as well. During such a stressful time for my family, SERVPRO made the entire experience as painless as possible. I will be strongly recommending this to my coworkers, friends, and really anyone who is willing to listen!
I had an ice dam break on the roof of my house and water leaked into my walls causing ALOT of water damage. Water also got underneath some of my flooring. I immediately called my homeowners insurance and they recommended SERVPRO for the demolition and removal of the damaged walls and floor. They did an excellent job!! I specifically worked with Levi and he communicated with me daily. His team and himself made a very difficult and stressful situation much less awful! I highly recommend to everyone out there needing assistance in this area.
Kymel and Kiarra were such terrific help. Very professional and explained the solution clearly. Did an excellent job with the water damage mitigation and cleanup. I highly recommend them!
Very impressed! I worked with Levi specifically who was quick to respond and get the project underway. I appreciated his willingness to explain the remediation process and cleanup to me as well. During such a stressful time for my family, SERVPRO made the entire experience as painless as possible. I will be strongly recommending this to my coworkers, friends, and really anyone who is willing to listen!
I had an ice dam break on the roof of my house and water leaked into my walls causing ALOT of water damage. Water also got underneath some of my flooring. I immediately called my homeowners insurance and they recommended SERVPRO for the demolition and removal of the damaged walls and floor. They did an excellent job!! I specifically worked with Levi and he communicated with me daily. His team and himself made a very difficult and stressful situation much less awful! I highly recommend to everyone out there needing assistance in this area.
Kymel and Kiarra were such terrific help. Very professional and explained the solution clearly. Did an excellent job with the water damage mitigation and cleanup. I highly recommend them!
Did a great job and checked every box you could think of and more. Professional, courteous, and while they knew that I went through was unfortunate, they were very reassuring I'd be taken care of to my satisfaction. Highly recommended.
Abby and Levi are great to work with. Highly recommended!
I called SERVPRO and they were at my house within a couple of hours. My basement flooded and Samantha and Marco assessed the damages. They were very thorough and honest about the restoration that needed to be done. They did an excellent cleanup job and I was very impressed! I will definitely call SERVPRO again if my basement floods again.
Very impressed! I worked with Levi specifically who was quick to respond and get the project underway. I appreciated his willingness to explain the remediation process and cleanup to me as well. During such a stressful time for my family, SERVPRO made the entire experience as painless as possible. I will be strongly recommending this to my coworkers, friends, and really anyone who is willing to listen!
About Us
SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West, Minneapolis South East, New Brighton, and East Roseville understand the stress and worry that comes with fire or water damage and the disruption it causes to your life and home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "Like it never even happened."
SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West, Minneapolis South East, New Brighton, and East Roseville specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke, or water damage. SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West, Minneapolis South East, New Brighton, and East Roseville can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business.
Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property. With a nationwide system of qualified franchises, no damage is too large or too small for SERVPRO of St. Paul Central West, Minneapolis South East, New Brighton, and East Roseville.
If you would like to schedule service for your home or business, please call today!
Serving you since 1967, SERVPRO is the cleaning and restoration brand you know and trust.
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