Contents Cleaning After A Property Loss

Guarantee Restoration Services is the leading property damage restoration company along the Gulf Coast. From water to fire mitigation to HVAC cleaning and mold remediation, we offer a variety of services to the communities we serve.

Previously, on our website blog, we have discussed our capabilities in detail, but did you know we do contents cleaning and pack-outs as well? Below, I will outline what contents are, our GRS contents cleaning process, insurance and the advantages of contents cleaning. After suffering a water or fire loss at your home or business, you want a partner you can trust with your belongings.

CONTENTS CLEANING: WHAT ARE CONTENTS?

Contents can be personal property or items contained in a building, that is distinguished from the building itself, for insurance purposes. There are different types of contents. For example, hard contents, soft contents, and electronics. It is important to understand each type, because in some cases, it can be more cost effective to clean the property versus paying to fully replace the property. Salvageable contents are often determined by the length of time they are wet. Moisture and soot creates an acid that causes major damage to contents if not removed immediately. This happens especially to electronics. It also accelerates rusting and corrodes metal. The reality is, time is of the essence!

CONTENTS CLEANING: OUR GRS PROCESS

Our GRS Contents Cleaning Process occurs in the following order:

• Inspect 
• Inventory
• Value
• Pack-Out
• Clean
• Restore or Dispose
• Re-pack 
• Store
• Return

Firstly, we will inspect and inventory the contents Prompt attention to damaged contents can prevent further damage. Then, we will inventory and take pictures of contents. Our team first removes all wet contents that need immediate attention. We will pack out the inventory and create a report and attach photos. Next, we move the contents to our facility where everything is well organized. GRS also provides containers and stores the contents properly in a climate-controlled facility. The items are carefully cleaned with restoration as the goal, but also disposed of if necessary. Finally, we return your items once they are cleaned.

CONTENTS CLEANING: MAKE SURE YOU ARE INSURED

Whether you own your own home or rent, it is important to insure certain items of value. For example, you should insure your jewelry, fur coats, cameras, musical instruments, silverware, gold equipment, fine arts, postage stamps and coins. For homeowners, property owners or landlords are required to hold homeowner’s coverage, which only protects the actual structure and the land it is located on. Renters insurance is essential for anyone renting a home or apartment in order to protect belongings and liability. It is always a good idea to insure your items, because if you must replace your entire household at once, this can be a very costly and stressful experience for you and your loved ones. 

CONTENTS CLEANING: THE BENEFITS

At its core, some of the simple benefits of contents cleaning is saving the customer future costs and securing a higher level of customer satisfaction. The GRS Contents Cleaning division provides property restoration of family heirlooms and items that are irreplaceable. We record all your contents in writing and take digital photos. With each of these jobs, we must complete detailed pack out inventory reports. Everything we salvage is stored in climate-controlled storage. Our facilities protect your items and reduces the number of items you would otherwise have to replace due to high humidity, acid, and more.

In addition, if you need an item that we have stored, we can pull the item in less than two hours. Organization is the key to this! We understand the value in your belongings. Our GRS team members ensure that when it comes to certain items you cannot replace; they do everything they can to clean and make them new for you again!

CALL ON THE TEAM THAT UNDERSTANDS 

Our team of dedicated professionals understands that property emergencies happen when you least expect them. These are often out of our control and can be stressful experiences. That’s why, as always, we are available 24/7, which is not just a number, it’s a guarantee. For more information about our services, visit www.GuaranteeRestoration.com. If you have a water, fire or mold loss and need contents cleaning and pack-out, please give us a call at 1-800-349-HELP (4357) or email info@guaranteerestoration.net.

Adrianne Hungerford is a Business Development Associate at GRS Gulfport. She has been a Guarantee Restoration Services team member since June 2020. To connect with her, send her an email or visit LinkedIn.