Mt. Arlington Cleanup and Restoration

Fire Damage and Water Damage Near Mt. Arlington

The team members at SERVPRO always use personal protective equipment (PPE) on many of our water damage or fire damage projects. Without it, our crew members become exposed to hazards unnecessarily. The entire Mt. Arlington community, from Lake Rogerene to the addition just past the wooded Little Tract, deserves properly equipped and experienced restoration crews.

Our small borough is home to the Berkshire Valley State Wildlife Management Area. While peaceful, visitors should always wear something brightly colored to warn any hunters in the area of their presence. In a way, vibrant, easy-to-see colors become a type of safety gear.

Hazards Related to Water Damage and Fire Damage

Here are a few examples of risks found within damaged properties in Mt. Arlington:

• Chemicals with damaged containers because of corrosion from water, heat from the fire, or a combination of the two,
• Overturned items, which can contain sharp edges or become tripping hazards, and
• The weakened floors, walls, and ceilings of the building.

While you might not have PPE gear identical to ours, for short-term use, heavy boots and thick leather gloves might provide adequate protection when entering to collect items you need for immediate use. However, we caution against using such things for longer use. 

Our PPE Helps Keep Us Safe While Working

SERVPRO technicians use complex pieces of PPE when working. We wear gloves and boots, but we also have respirators, Tyvek suits, and goggles. These protect us from the chemical agents we use to clean and disinfect contaminated areas and those substances we come into contact with during our cleaning efforts, allowing us to provide you with the best services possible. Another company in our area that often uses PPE is Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace. 

While PPE is the last line of defense, we would never attempt any of our jobs without this essential type of equipment. Similarly, SERVPRO is also your last line of defense when it comes to your property. You can call us at (973) 453-0223, 24/7, year-round.