Our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team responds to water damage emergencies 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. San Ysidro residents know they can rely on us to quickly restore water damage. Water is invasive and can cause serious damage if it is not mitigated quickly. Learn more.

When you discover wind damage, our team of professionals in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro can help. We typically arrive within four hours of your call for assistance. Learn more.

It is a good idea to inspect your home for visible signs of damage after any rain or high wind event. If you discover water entering your home, here are some tips from our website for things you can and should not do while waiting for professional help to arrive. Learn more.

Our team of professionals in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is Here to Help ® residents and businesses with all their water damage needs. Learn more.

Our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team is on call 24 hours a day to respond to storm damage emergencies in San Ysidro. Learn more.

After any inclement weather event, it is a good idea to inspect your home for visible signs of storm damage to your roof. Learn more.

Our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team is trained and certified in applied microbial remediation by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC), the nonprofit certifying body for the cleaning and restoration industries. Learn more.

Water damage can happen at any time of the day or night, and when it does, our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team is ready to respond to your call for help 24 hours a day. Water is invasive, and if it goes untreated for too long, the repairs can become costly and time-consuming. Learn more.

Whether your window treatments in San Ysidro require a routine cleaning or need additional help with stains and odors, we can help. Our team of professionals in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro will clean and restore your drapes and blinds in your office or home “Like it never even happened.” Learn more.

Our team is trained and certified to restore storm damage by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). We have the training, equipment, and experience to restore wind damage quickly and efficiently. Learn more

Our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team responds to storm damage emergencies every year in San Ysidro. Water damage is not uncommon during heavy rain events, but our use of advanced technology and powerful water extraction and drying equipment saves our customers time and money in many cases. Learn more.

Often, a musty odor is a symptom of mold growing somewhere in the home. Our local Otay Mesa/SanYsidro team specializes in mold removal services. Learn more.

You can protect your investment by calling our local team in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro to come to clean the carpets and upholstery on your property. We offer many cleaning options to match any type of upholstery or carpet to provide you with the deepest clean possible. Learn more.

Often mold damage is a symptom of a hidden water leak. Our professionals will locate and repair the source of the leak during the remediation process to discourage the mold from reoccurring once the mold is removed. Learn more.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro responds to storm damage emergencies 24 hours a day. Learn more.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro responds to storm damage emergencies 24 hours a day. Learn more.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro follows a comprehensive, seven-step process for restoring fire-damaged properties in Otay Mesa. Learn more.

Water is invasive, so when there is flooding or a broken pipe, the water will absorb into any porous surface or household item in its path. Learn more.

When you have a mold problem in your San Ysidro home or commercial business, our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team is Here to Help. ® Learn more.

Space heaters are used frequently in workplaces during the winter months. Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams are trained and certified to restore storm damage, no matter how big the job is! Temperatures in San Diego have dropped below freezing, although it is a rare occurrence. Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams are trained and certified to restore commercial mold damage. Learn more.

Our technicians are on call and ready to respond to your emergency 24-hours a day, and we typically arrive onsite within four hours of your call for help. Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams wish everyone in San Ysidro a happy holiday season! Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams are trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) to restore water damage quickly and efficiently. Learn more.

Discovering mold growing in your home may indicate a water leak or hidden water damage. Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams are trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) to mitigate and remediate mold problems quickly and efficiently. Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams also perform a full range of deep cleaning services that exceed the scope of a routine janitorial service. Our team is trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) to perform a variety of cleaning services to keep your commercial business or home looking great. Learn more.

Thunderstorms can be loud and cause anxiety in pets. The American Kennel Club offers these helpful tips for calming pet anxiety during a thunderstorm. Learn more.

In San Ysidro, many backyards have fire pits. Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro wants everyone to be safe around fire pits. Learn More.

We spend a lot of time outdoors in Otay Mesa, and many homes have strings of electric lights and special lighting to illuminate outdoor landscaping features. Electrical fires are one of the top causes of fire damage and injury in the United States. Learn more.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro has been restoring water damage in San Ysidro for many years. When we arrive at a water damage emergency scene, we begin with a detailed inspection of your home or property to assess the damage. The assessment helps our professionals develop the best plan of action. Learn more

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams wish everyone in Otay Mesa a fun and safe Halloween celebration! Learn more.

Our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams work hard to get your business operational again after a fire or water damage emergency. Our technicians are trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Learn more.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro has the training, equipment, and experience to restore storm damage “Like it never even happened.” Please read our latest blog to learn how to stay safe in a flash flood.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is committed to providing the highest customer service possible. Please read our latest blog here to learn what our customers are saying about us.

When you have a storm damage emergency, you can rely on our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro to arrive quickly. We typically arrive within four hours of your call for help. Please read our latest blog here to learn about thunderstorm safety.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is trained and certified to clean and restore fire-damaged properties of all kinds. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about our fire damage restoration services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro aims for five-star reviews in all that we do to help people with water damage. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about what our customers say about our services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Please read our latest blog here to learn more about our training and certification programs.

Summer is here, and that means hot temperatures. With excessive heat warnings come the chance of heatstroke for our pets. Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro wants everyone to stay safe and cool this summer. Please read our latest blog here to learn how to prevent heatstroke in pets.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is Here to Help ® when your business experiences fire damage. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about our fire restoration process.

Fires can break out anytime, and when you have fire damage, you can count on our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams to restore the damage “Like it never even happened.” Please read our latest blog here to learn more about smoke alarms.

When you have a water damage emergency, you can rely on our Otay Mesa and San Ysidro teams to arrive quickly and immediately begin the cleanup and restoration process. We typically arrive within four hours or less of your call for help. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about these services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is trained and certified to perform a full range of building and construction services when required to complete a restoration. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about these services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro responds to water damage emergencies often. Please read our latest blog here to learn how to prevent refrigerator supply line failure.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro wants everyone to be prepared to evacuate in the event of a natural disaster. Please  read our latest blog here to learn some tips for creating an effective evacuation plan.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro respond to water damage emergencies throughout the year. Please read our latest blog here to learn some tips for things you can do when you have water damage and are waiting for professional help to arrive.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is on-call to respond to water damage emergencies 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to read some recent Google reviews about these services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is on-call to respond to storm damage emergencies day and night. Please read our latest blog here to learn how we extract and dry water-damaged areas in homes and businesses.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro is on-call to respond to storm damage emergencies day and night. Please read our latest blog here to learn how we extract and dry water-damaged areas in homes and businesses.

Do you know that our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro restores water damage every hour and day of the year? Please read our latest blog here to learn how we extract and dry water-damaged areas in homes and businesses.

Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team mitigates and restores water damage 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to learn what our customers say about our services!

Water damage is a common form of property damage in Otay Mesa. Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team mitigates and restores water damage 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to learn what our customers say about our services!

Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team mitigates and restores storm damage quickly and efficiently. Please read our latest blog here to learn about the Pacific hurricane season.

Do you know what you can do to improve your home’s survivability in a wildfire? Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team wants everyone to be ready for the upcoming wildfire season. Please read our latest blog here to learn more.

Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team responds to all kinds of water damage emergencies each year. Blocked or damaged downspouts can cause water to back up onto roofing systems and cause severe water damage. Please read our latest blog here to learn more.

High customer satisfaction is critical to our success. Our local Otay Mesa and San Ysidro team has received only five-star Google reviews! Please read our latest blog here to learn what our happy customers say about us.

When a car crash leaves oil and gas residue on the ground in front of your commercial business, we can help! Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro has the training, equipment, experience to clean and restore chemical spills efficiently. Please read our latest blog here to learn about these services.

Last month brought inclement weather to San Diego County, and with it storm damage. Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro has the training, equipment, and years of experience restoring storm damage of all kinds. Please read our latest blog here to learn how having a home inventory of your belongings can help

You can rely on our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro to arrive quickly to immediately start the cleanup and restoration process when you have fire damage. Please read our latest blog here to learn about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning.

Do you know that microscopic mold spores are always floating around in the air? Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro restores mold damage throughout the year. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about our mold mitigation and remediation services.

Our local team in Otay Mesa and San Ysidro restores commercial mold damage 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about our commercial mold remediation services.

SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro responds to wind and other storm damage emergencies 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to learn some wind damage prevention tips.

Do you know that one in twenty home fires are started by smoking materials? SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro responds to fire damage emergencies 24-hours a day. Please read our latest blog here to learn more about smoking safety.

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Do you know that you should have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional? SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro responds to fire damage emergencies involving heating equipment each year. To learn about heating equipment safety, please read our latest blog here.

Do you know that you can use binoculars to look for visible signs of damage to your rain gutters? Over the years, SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro has seen the damage clogged, or damaged rain gutters can do to a home. Read our latest blog here to learn how to inspect your rain gutters for damage.

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Do you have an emergency supply kit ready in the event of severe weather? SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro responds to storm damage emergencies each year, and sometimes power outages are involved. To learn tips for creating a survival kit, read our latest blog here. 

The Santa Ana winds have left our region dry and vulnerable to fire. SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro urges everyone to stay vigilant and cautious around fireplaces and firepits. To learn some fire safety tips, read our latest blog here. 

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Sewer water, or “black water,” is grossly unsanitary and can carry infectious bacteria and dangerous viruses. SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro has the equipment, training, and experience to restore black water contamination safely. To learn more about black water, read our latest blog here. 

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SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro responds to commercial water damage emergencies 24-hours a day, and we typically arrive onsite within four hours of your call. To learn about our commercial water restoration services, read our latest blog here. 

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SERVPRO^® of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro has been serving the restoration needs of the San Ysidro community for years. We are committed to providing the highest level of service possible.

Rain has been known to fall in Otay Mesa frequently during the Spring.  At SERVPRO of Otay Mesa / San Ysidro, we know that our fast response time can help to minimize the damage water and flooding can do to your home or business. 

When a storm hits your San Ysidro home, you need the company with storm damage experience and expertise. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro has years of experience restoring properties in the area and can respond to your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage as well as mitigate mold, mildew and microbial growth from your San Ysidro home or business. Our crews are ready to help you make it "Like it never even happened." 

Water damage can strike your San Ysidro home in various ways. Pipe bursts, roof leaks, or even just a clogged shower drain can cause thousands of dollars in damages. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro are the water damage restoration experts in the San Diego area, so give us a call if you need help.

It only takes a small water leak, or even excess humidity, for mold to form in your Otay Mesa home or business. Black mold growth can cause damages to your property, so you'll want to deal with it immediately. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro employs IICRC certified technicians who have the training and expertise to remediate the mold problem on your property.

When a storm hits your San Ysidro home, you need a company with storm damage experience and expertise. A fast response is crucial to flooding and storm damage, because it reduces secondary damage and restoration costs. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is available 24 hours a day to remove the water from your property when it ends up where it's not supposed to be.

Water damage in your San Diego business can be tricky. Every hour that is spent restoring the damage is an hour of lost revenue.  That's why SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is available 24 hours a day to restore your property when you need our help.

When your San Diego home suffers a water damage event, a mold infestation can quickly arise and spread throughout a home in 48-72 hours. At SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro, we are trained mold damage specialists who get started quickly to get your home or business back to normal, with specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs.

Fire and smoke damage is especially destructive, and in many instances, your San Ysidro property will also suffer from water damage from firefighting efforts. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro specializes in fire and water restoration. We’ve received advanced training in restoration techniques, and we have the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.

When your San Ysidro area home has water damage, look no further than SERVPRO Otay Mesa/San Ysidro. We are water damage restoration experts with years of experience in dealing with water damage in the San Diego area and we are available 24 hours a day to respond to your call when you need us.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro can clean up damage from smoke and soot in your San Ysidro home.  

Smoke is a mixture of gases and small particles. The small particles are also called ash, and they include soot. Soot is the collection of particles left from incomplete burning of products that contain carbon. These products include wood and coal. Smoke and soot do not destroy materials the way fire does. They leave behind greasy films and have an unpleasant odor.

According to the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), one of the most common causes of commercial fires is electrical and lighting equipment. This type of fire is not easily predicted, as the lighting equipment can look totally fine on the outside in your Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro business.

If you have a small amount of mold on a dish, you can clean it. You can even throw it away. However, if you have a large amount of mold, you need licensed mold remediation. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines a “large amount” as 10 square feet or more.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro are the best mold remediation team in San Diego.

SERVPRO® of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro wants you to stay safe when a storm hits Otay Mesa. 

• Stay away from all windows or glass walls, especially during a lightning storm
• Unplug appliances if possible
• Pay attention to all alerts and warnings, as a thunderstorm can develop into a tornado if powerful enough

Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro is no stranger to severe storms. Emergency kits for home and businesses should include some of the following:

• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Any medicine currently being taken
• Emergency food and water
• Extra change of clothes and shoes
• Pet supplies if you are taking care of an animal

In a crisis, you usually only get one shot at doing things right. Things are moving fast and happening suddenly and the choices we make can’t be second-guessed while the catastrophe is in full swing. That being said, choosing your cleanup and restoration company is something that you only want to do once.

When disaster strikes…

For many, your home in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro represents a lifetime of hard work and a place where roots are important. It is where family gathers, and where your most endearing and important memories are made. When a disaster strikes; whether it be fire, storm, mold, or other water damage/flooding, it will likely be one of the most traumatic experiences of your life.

…we’ll be there to ease your burden.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro performs residential & commercial cleanup of these specialties, including:

• Water Restoration
• Fire Restoration
• Mold Removal
• Biohazard
• Sewage
• Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup
• Vandalism and Graffiti
• Air Ducts and HVAC

Here at SERVPRO of  Otay Mesa/San Ysidro we hope you never experience the devastation that comes with fire damage. However, in the event that disaster strikes, be aware that our IICRC certified technicians are qualified in all aspects of cleaning up the damage left by smoke and fire in your Otay Mesa business or residence in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro.

Fire extinguishers may help prevent fire damage or smoke damage, but only if you know how to use them.

Just to be safe, SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidrorecommends you keep, maintain, and know how to use fire extinguishers.  

A fire-extinguisher may prevent fire damage and smoke damage from spreading throughout the office.

If you see a small fire that you can take care of yourself, use the following tips.  If you have any worries, you and everyone else should leave the office and call 9-1-1 when you are outside.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro understands that cooking equipment is a leading cause of fire damage and fire injuries in your Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro home.

To help prevent fire damage:

• Never operate the stove or oven when you are tired or have been drinking alcohol
• Keep flammable items at least three feet from the stove top
• Do not allow children within two to four feet of the stove or oven

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro  offers these Tips for Fire Prevention from Candles:

• Do not let children near candles
• Make sure candles are not near window curtains or blinds that could catch fire
• Keep lit candles in safe candle holders
• Do not leave children alone in a room with lit candles
• Do not light candles in the bedroom. You might fall asleep. One-third of all candle fires start in the bedroom. 

A flood doesn’t end once the storm stops. We still have to deal with all that standing water. The floodwater can take up to 11 days to disappear. It’s not time to go fishing.

Be careful driving in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro.  Remember to “Go around. Don’t Drown!” The water may still be too deep for safe travel.

Causes & Categories of Water Damage in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro 

Causes can include:

• Leaky dishwashers or washing machines
• Clogged pipes
• Leaking roofs
• Broken toilet pipes
• Heavy rain

Category: 

Category 1- Clean Water

Category 2- Gray Water 

Category 3- Black Water 

Things to know in Otay Mesa/San Yisdro. Check to see if you might be required to have flood insurance.

• Standard commercial insurance doesn’t pay for flood damage
• Rates depend on:
• whether you live in a flood plain
• flood risk in your area
• building’s age
• building’s construction

Floods can develop slowly or quickly. Floods that come with no warning are known as flash floods.

Floods:

• Can cause power or water outages
• Damage buildings
• Create landslides
• Make roads impassable
• Sweep away people, animals, or cars

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro suggests having these items prepared in the event you would need to evacuate your home in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro.

• Copies of medical insurance & Medicare cards
• Warm blankets
• Extra clothing, especially socks & undergarments
• Bottled water
• Batteries for your electronic devices
• Written contact list

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro has these tips:

 Have an evacuation emergency kit ready.  You can also use it at home.

For people who have low hearing or deafness in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro, consider the following:

• Extra batteries for hearing aids
• TTY
• If you Sign, have a pen and paper for people who do not know Sign
• Backup batteries for any augmentative communication devices

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro has these tips for people in our community dealing with disabilities during an evacuation. You may want to consider, during times of flooding, to pack a bag to have ready in case the worst happens.

During a power outage in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro be sure to:

• Keep freezer & refrigerator doors closed. It will reduce the chance of food spoilage
• User generators only outdoors and away from windows
• Have already set up a plan to refrigerate medicines
• Do not use a gas stove or oven to heat your home or business
• Check on your neighbors

Together we get it done.

Life is full of mishaps and otherwise unwanted stress creators such as storms. Did you know that wind can reach speeds of up to 60 mph in severe cases?  This kind of wind in your Otay Mesa/ San/Ysidro home or business can cause several different kinds of damage, as well as leave areas of the structure vulnerable to rain and another water crisis such as broken pipes. SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro can work together with you to lower chances for incurring injury and/or cost due to storm damage.

Emergency situations usually call for quick reaction. In cases where a home or business structure in Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is being compromised by unhealthy and/or unsafe conditions, SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is the fast response you need to get relief.  Chaotic situations can be handled or endured in an orderly fashion with professionals and the right tools applied.

Smoke and fire damage is something all of us at SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro would like to see you avoid. In the event the worst happens and you are faced with this kind of disaster, you can count on us to lend a helping hand. We have a team of highly trained professionals to walk with you each step of the way when repairing the damage from smoke, water, and fire in your Otay Mesa/San Ysidro home.

Water Damage & Insurance in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro.

Did you know that most property insurance does not cover flood damage?

Most insurance rates vary by company. While the rules for insurance varies by state, flood insurance is an exception.

Some homeowners’ policies will cover water damage if the damage comes from:

• sewer or drain backup
• sudden & accidental damage from plumbing, heating systems, or air conditioning 

If your home or business in Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro has water damage, you can do some things before help arrives.

Make sure that the building or home is safe.

SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/ San Ysidro Wants You to Remember:

• Waterlogged materials are very heavy
• Wet surfaces are slippery
• Make sure electrical power is off before you handle devices
• Make sure you are standing on a dry area before you turn on the electric power

When storm damage occurs from heavy winds or wildfires SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro is ready to help you make it "Like it never even happened." We are ready 24/7, 365. 

No disaster is to big for SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro. Our crews of trained and professional technicians are ready 24/7, 365 to come out and make it "Like it never even happened."

Disasters can happen at any time, to any one and due to so many different sources.  We at SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro are Here To Help you when disaster strikes, 24/7, 365. 

When a disaster strikes your business every hour that you are closed is an hour where you may be loosing a customer. We at SERVPRO of Otay Mesa/San Ysidro want to make sure that you have a plan in place. 

Smoke alarms can help to save lives. Make sure that smoke alarms are mounted outside of every sleeping space and in common areas. 

In addition to having them mounted, make sure that you change the batteries every six months.