How to Spot and Avoid Scams:

11/1/2021 (Permalink)

Beware of scams!

In the world that we live today with access to so much cool stuff on the internet, it can make us vulnerable to unwanted solicitors. Unfortunately, there are many people out there that want to take advantage of others. Be aware of messages being sent online selling services. Take the following step to verify the legitimacy of these companies.

1. Make sure to contact the company directly via phone/website before scheduling.
2. Verify that whoever it was that reached out to you is a current employee of said company.
3. Check Website’s authenticity.
4. If the person states that they only do business via social media, be careful.
5. Never provide personal information over the phone before steps 1-3.
6. Don’t fall for the scam!

We care about our community, and we don’t want to see our family, friends, and neighbors fall for these predators.

While SERVPRO of Cheyenne is always here to help, 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. We will not solicit our services via Facebook or other social media unless you or someone on your behalf has reached out to us first. Such as your insurance company.

When you need us, call 307-514-9011.

“Like it never even happened.” ®

The Holidays are coming: Here are a few safety tips from our family to yours

10/29/2021 (Permalink)

Our SERVPRO of Cheyenne's family.

Fall is in the air and the Holiday season is rolling in, a warm sensation washes over your family and the beautiful City of Cheyenne. Images of family gatherings, colorful leaves, warm foods, fun in the snow, laughter, and much more comes to mind.

Unfortunately, the season also brings flu/COVID risk, an increase of snowstorms, homes fires, and other safety issues that can interrupt such amazing memories from being built.

Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind:

1. Make a disaster preparedness plan for your family. https://www.habitat.org/our-work/disaster-response/disaster-preparedness-homeowners/family-preparedness-plan
2. Have all emergency contact information available. https://www.laramiecountywy.gov/_departments/communicationscenter/RequestedNumbers.aspx
3. Ensure that your home and/or business is ready for the weather. https://www.weather.gov/ffc/family_plan

And… remember SERVPRO of Cheyenne is here to help, 24 hours/7 days a week. Let our trained professionals get you and your family back to enjoying the holiday season.

Call us Today! SERVPRO of Cheyenne at 307-514-9011.

“Like it never even happened.”®

We Are Here, 24/7/365. Ready to Help

9/29/2021 (Permalink)

Call us today at SERVPRO of Cheyenne for more information. 307-514-9011

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we are available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, no matter how big or how small. When there has been a water damage, immediate action is crucial. That is why we don't work just 9-5. Emergencies don't care what time of day it is, that is why we are ready to help you, anytime, day or night. 

We Are Ready to Help From the Moment We Answer the Phone 

When you need us the most, someone will be there to take your call. SERVPRO of Cheyenne understands that when you are reaching out to us, it is because an emergency has occurred and you are going to be stressed, upset, and worried. We want to help alleviate your concerns. We know that everyone's situation is unique and personal. Our job is to guide you through it, with understanding, and professionalism. We have the experience and training to help you with a water damage. 

Knowing What to Expect

We know the last thing you want are more surprises. We don't want to add to your stress or worry. When you call, we will ask you several questions regarding your water emergency. Why do we need to ask these questions? Because these questions help us determine the best way to help you. It allows us to know what equipment we will need and how many of our trained technicians will be best to help you. 

Some of the questions you may be asked are:

• Your name and best contact information. 
• The address where the water loss occurred. 
• Your insurance information, if it is applicable.
• The date the damage occurred. 
• What is the cause of the water damage, if you know. 
• Has the source of the damage been stopped. 

"Like it never even happened,"® that is our goal at SERVPRO of Cheyenne. Our technicians are highly trained, from the initial training they receive to ongoing training and regular IICRC-Industry certification. Rest assured, our teams have the knowledge and training to help you. 

Is Your Home and Business Fire Proof?

9/28/2021 (Permalink)

Fire Ready

Is Your Home and Business Fire Proof?

October is National Fire Safety Month.  This means it is the perfect time to review your emergency family plan. Run fire drills with your family. The more you do, the more second nature it will become, so if there is an actual fire, everyone will know what to do, where to meet, and how to remain safe. Fire safety and drills are not limited to your home. Make sure your office or worksite has a plan in place for a fire. Don’t wait until a fire occurs, make sure everyone is prepared and knows their roles.

Some key things you can do to help ensure your home or office workplace is fireproof are:

Maintaining the correct type of fire extinguishers. Make sure you are conducting annual, if not monthly, extinguisher inspections. Make sure your family or staff are aware of how to use them properly.

Be a good housekeeper. A lot of clutter lying around is great fuel for a fire, plus it can be in your way if you are trying to exit the building.

Make sure any chemicals are stored safely and correctly according to their labels.

Does everyone know the exits? This seems obvious, but in a panic situation, are the exits known, marked, and accessible?

https://www.safetyresources.com/october-is-fire-safety-month

A – Assess the situation

C – Choose the best action

T – Take action

What events are going on in Cheyenne?

2/11/2021 (Permalink)

With Covid-19, events can be questionable and even a bit scary. Cheyenne is definitely cutting back on the events it is holding this year, but here are a few that you can still attend! All the events held will follow the FDA COVID-19 guidelines, so you can rest easy! 

March: 

Annual Western Spirit Artshow & Sale:  
Old West Museum, 4610 N Carey Ave. Over 100 artists from across the Western U.S. with 300 pieces of original Western art, including oil, bronze, pastel, watercolor, ceramic, photography, printmaking, mixed media and pencil pieces. Art sales support year-round arts and education programs at the CFD Old West Museum. 

April:

Resturaunt Week:
April 4-10, 2021. Seven days of your favorite restaurants, and the ones you've always wanted to try, offering exceptional pricing on special menu items!  

May:

Depot Days: 

May 15 & 16, 2021. Depot Days takes place at the Cheyenne Depot Sat & Sun, with exhibits and tours of the historic UP roundhouse and WASATCH RR Contractors. The Sherman Hill Model Railroad Show is at the Frontier Park Exhibition Hall, Sat-Sun. A trolley will escort people to and from the steam shop, with departures scheduled every 30 minutes from in front of the Depot. Union Pacific Steam Shop is open for public viewing.

Cold Weather Guide

2/8/2021 (Permalink)

Top Tips for your Home in Cold Weather 

When you live somewhere that reaches below freezing temperatures, you know how much it can affect your home. If your home isn't properly prepared it may cause extra problems you don't need! 

• Insulate Your Windows- By adding an extra seal to the windows, it will help keep that cold weather out! 
• Keep Your Heat at least 65 Degrees- The temperature in your walls is significantly colder than inside, anything colder than 65 could cause pipes to freeze.
• Check all Fireplaces, Heaters, & Stoves- Make sure nothing flammable is near the heat source, and that they're working properly. 
• Turn on Sinks- Let faucets drip slowly to keep water moving within the pipes to prevent freezing. 

Cold weather is never fun, but you can make sure you and your home are prepared for the cold front coming in! 

Flooded Basement?

1/29/2021 (Permalink)

Uh Oh... flooded basements can happen to anyone.

The basement has flooded, it's 1 AM... What would you do?

Flood water that has not been handled quickly, and properly is dangerous for your health and safety! The longer you wait, the worse the problem can become. It can also jeopardize the integrity of your home. 

Make a call to SERVPRO of Cheyenne and let our trained, professional crew handle the situation safely, and correctly!

• We are available for emergency 24hours/7days a week
• We are a Prefered Vendor to many National Insurance Companies 
• Our Techs are Highly-Trained in Water Restoration Techniques

Call us today- We're Ready To Help! 

(307)-514-9011

Tips for New Homeowners

11/23/2020 (Permalink)

Becoming a first time homeowner is so exciting, but it can also come with a lot of new tasks you had never thought of before! One thing is for sure owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility. 

Here are some helpful tips for your home, to keep it feeling brand new: 

1.When cleaning always start with higher items first! Dust off fans, vents, and any wall décor before you start on the floors to avoid extra cleaning. 

2. Keep your screens and windows clean. Even though it can be a pain, keeping your windows clean makes a dramatic difference in the light that comes into your home. 

3. Don't forget about the garage or attic. Just because you may not look at them every day doesn't mean they don't get messy. Cleaning those rooms like you would any room in the house keeps the whole home feeling pristine and polished. 

4. Sometimes cleaning can get overwhelming but if you can clean just one room a day for 5 minutes it will drastically cut down on the time when you decide you are ready for a deep clean. 

Whether you're a new home owner, or have owned your house for years all of these tips can help you keep your home in tip top shape!

Immediate Service

11/23/2020 (Permalink)

Pipe burst, mold, fire, home damage... words that no homeowner wants to hear. When something happens to your home, you want a team you can trust and count. Why choose SERVPRO? 

SERVPRO of Cheyenne offers 24 hour emergency service. We are dedicated to your needs, and the needs of Cheyenne, Wyoming. At SERVPRO we strive to be faster than any disaster that may happen! We are a locally owned and operated with highly trained technicians, and advanced cleaning equipment.  

Just a few things our team specializes in: 

• Water Damage Restoration
• Fire Damage Restoration
• Storm Damage Restoration
• COVID19 Cleaning

If you have any questions, or just want to learn more about how we can assist you please call us today at (307)-514-9011 or visit our website at https://www.SERVPROcheyenne.com/

Laramie County Wildfire Damage Event

9/30/2020 (Permalink)

A forest fire

The active wildfires in Southern California are increasing their impact as growing Santa Ana winds add fuel to these devastating blazes that are encroaching in the area. Here in Cheyenne we can relate all too well with what is happening in California. While, thank goodness, our situation is nowhere near as dire, it is still very real for those of us in Southeast Wyoming.

Here in Laramie and Albany counties we are feeling the affects of the Mullen Fire. This fire is burning in the Medicine Bow National Forest. Currently, (9/30/2020) it is 96, 767 acres. For more information about this fire and any evacuations please go to https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7208.

In addition to the Mullen Fire, we have the Cameron Peak fire burning in Northern Colorado. The Cameron Peak Fire is currently 125,006 acres and 22% contained as of 9/30/2020.

Ready to help Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne we are monitoring these wildfire situations closely. Our thoughts are with those neighbors who may be put in harms’ way during this event. In many cases, a wildfire can result in a total loss for a home or business, but in others it may be a partial loss, or can result in mild smoke damage. If your home or business is affected by a wildfire, SERVPRO of Cheyenne is Here to Help®. 

About SERVPRO of Cheyenne

SERVPRO of Cheyenne specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. 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.

Fire or Soot Damage? Call Us Today – We’re Ready To Help 307-514-9011

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned – a defensive cleaning program

8/28/2020 (Permalink)

Let us help you get back to business

As our communities re-open, we’re all moving back toward a new kind of normal. The expectations of visitors, customers, and employees who come into our establishments have evolved, and staying safe and well is a top concern. The global COVID-19 pandemic has changed what it means to be clean, and we’ve developed a program to help your business meet the new higher standard of clean that is now expected.

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned is a defensive cleaning program we’re offering to businesses and commercial locations to address the current COVID-19 pandemic. This proactive viral pathogen cleaning program goes well beyond janitorial or carpet cleaning. By choosing Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you, your employees, your customers, and your community can rest assured that you’ve selected a higher cleaning standard – you are Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.

Extensive training and specialized products

As the #1 choice in cleanup and restoration*, we stand on more than 50 years of experience and expertise to help your business become Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.  Beyond fire & water, SERVPRO professionals are trained and experienced in biohazard decontamination and chemical spills – always adhering to the cleaning and decontamination standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local authorities. 

From formulating and creating our proprietary cleaning products, like SERVPROXIDE, at our headquarters in Gallatin, TN, to taking the utmost care while disinfecting, we will ensure you and your business are set up to inspire consumer confidence as the economy continues to reopen.

3 C’s – Consult, Clean, and Certify

When the stakes are this high, you want a partner who has developed an industry leading, proprietary training program, cleaning solutions, and remediation processes over decades. We’ve cleaned up some of the most challenging biohazards imaginable. Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned reflects our unique experiences and capabilities. The program is grounded with our unique 3 C’s: Consult, Clean, and Certify.

• Consult – Every business is different, which is why you’ll be assigned a Cleaning Protocol Consultant who understands your business and will create a cleaning program to meet your specific needs. This program will be developed based on your business type, size of space, amount of high frequency touchpoints, foot traffic and congestion points.
• Clean – Based on your specific business needs, your location will undergo a thorough, deep clean, using exclusive cleaning products, according to protocols set forth by the CDC. Our employees have years of experience, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform. Cleanup procedures generally include cleaning of porous and non-porous surfaces, disinfecting of non-porous surfaces, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment, tools, and/or supplies used for cleanup process, and disposal of hazardous materials.  In the event of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 event, we will be there cleaning within 24 hours to ensure you get back to business as quickly as possible. 
• Certify - Once your business location has been Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, you will gain access to proprietary signage, digital emblems, and other collateral that communicates that you’ve selected a higher standard of clean available to help protect your employees and customers. And because we add the day, month, and year to that proprietary stamp of clean, your guests will know that not only did you choose Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, but that your location is being cleaned regularly at this standard.We’re Here to Help – 24 hours a day, seven days a week – until life is back to normal in the communities we all call home. Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned means professionally trained SERVPRO franchises perform the requested cleaning, sanitizing and disinfection services according to proprietary SERVPRO protocols and recognized industry and CDC standards with EPA approved cleaning products to deliver a SERVPRO certified cleaning experience.  Each SERVPRO franchise is independently owned and operated.
• * #1 Choice in cleanup & restoration based Commercial Attitude & Usage Tracking study. Polling 816 commercial business decision makers on first choice for future needs related to cleanup & restoration work. Study conducted by C&R Research: October 2019
• Call SERVPRO of Cheyenne today at 307-514-9011 for your Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation.
• Call today for a Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned consultation

Tis the Season, for Hail!

7/1/2020 (Permalink)

Hail Stones

Tis the Season, for Hail!

Here in southeast Wyoming, we are all too familiar with hailstorms! I’m pretty sure we all wish we weren’t as familiar as we are. One of the prices we pay to live in the best state! Now, we know we are part of Tornado Alley, but did you know that we are also in Hail Alley? From Weather.com “The area where Nebraska, Colorado and Wyoming meet is known as “hail alley” and it averages seven to nine hail days per year, according to NSSL.”

How does hail form? Well, per NOAA.gov “Hailstones are formed when raindrops are carried upward by thunderstorm updrafts into extremely cold areas of the atmosphere and freeze. Hailstones then grow by colliding with liquid water drops that freeze onto the hailstone's surface. https://www.nssl.noaa.gov/education/svrwx101/hail/#:~:text=Hailstones%20are%20formed%20when%20raindrops,freeze%20onto%20the%20hailstone's%20surface.

Hail can vary between being a nuisance to outright scary and dangerous. It could cause little dents in cars and small cracks in building windows. It could also leave damage, such as holes and shattered windows in cars and buildings. There is also the possibility you could wind up with secondary damage from water leaking into the building.

If you have hail damage to your home or business, SERVPRO of Cheyenne is here for you. Call us right away so we can stop any additional damage from happening. We want to make it “Like it never even happened.”

Laramie County 24 Emergency Water Damage Service

6/23/2020 (Permalink)

Flooded Neighborhood

SERVPRO of Cheyenne is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help.

Call Today – 307-514-9011

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Cheyenne has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration – in fact, it’s the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

• Your name and contact information
• Your insurance information (if applicable)
• The street address of the water-damaged home or business
• When did the flooding or water damage occur?
• What caused the water damage (if known)?
• Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Cheyenne

SERVPRO of Cheyenne specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. 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.

Meet Our Crew: https://www.SERVPROcheyenne.com/employee-photos

A Few of Our Restoration Certifications

• ASD - Applied Structural Drying Technician
• CDS - Commercial Drying Specialist
• ECTP - Employee Certification Training Program
• IICRC – Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification

The World With Covid

5/29/2020 (Permalink)

COVID-19

As we are all so very aware, we live in a different time now than we did last year.

COVID-19, which is caused by the Coronavirus is our new normal now. 

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we want to make sure our fellow Wyomingites are safe and up-to-date and aware of how we are doing our part to keep our community safe. 

According to the Wyoming Department of Health recommendations, we need to make sure that we all "follow common-sense steps, such as washing your hands often and well; covering your coughs and sneezes; and cleaning and disinfecting." (https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=42fd398fa8f449fb930f2d3755c5a1bb&entry=2)

SERVPRO of Cheyenne is glad to offer our services to help businesses within our community with cleaning and disinfecting. We can do proactive cleaning to minimize the transmission of emerging viral pathogens, or if someone has tested positive, we can clean and disinfect to limit the survival of emerging viral pathogens. We want to make sure our community stays as safe as possible.

We also want to warn of reckless sales practices, where there have been claims of the long-term prevention of COVID – 19. This is a misleading claim, as “There are no EPA-registered products with label claims that they are effective against viruses over the course of hours to months (i.e., “residual” or “long-lasting” efficacy claims).” (https://www.epa.gov/coronavirus/there-anything-i-can-do-make-surfaces-resistant-sars-cov-2)

With SERVPRO of Cheyenne, you can rest assured that you are getting the best service possible to address your needs and concerns, and we only use EPA-approved products listed for use on SARS-CoV-2 and cleaning methods approved by the CDC. 

Please stay safe Wyoming! 

Cheyenne Frontier Days Cancelled for the First Time

5/29/2020 (Permalink)

Cheyenne Frontier Days

2020, a year we will always remember. 

For Cheyenne residents, this will be the first time in the history the “Daddy of ‘em All”, will not be held. This year, 2020, would have marked the 124^th year of Cheyenne Frontier Days.

As a community, we are all saddened by this decision. Here is the statement from the Cheyenne Frontier Days Facebook page:

“We are heartbroken to announce that the 2020 Cheyenne Frontier Days has been canceled. This has been an incredibly difficult decision; but the health and safety of our fans, volunteers, contestants, first responders, healthcare workers, and everyone in our community is the only thing that matters right now.

For more info and ticketing questions please visit cfdrodeo.com/event-cancellation/”

(https://www.facebook.com/cheyennefrontierdays/)

CFD is not the only rodeo/event impacted by the Coronavirus. Thermopolis Cowboy Rendezvous, Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo, Cody Stampede, Sheridan WYO Rodeo, and the Laramie Jubilee Days have all been canceled as well.

These are all huge events in our Wyoming communities. These events showcase so much about Wyoming. However, the cancellations show so much more about the Wyoming spirit. While these events bring us together, bring the world to our little corner, we know that the truly important thing is all of our citizens. The health and safety of each and every Wyomingite is more valuable than a rodeo. We will miss not having the pancake breakfasts, the parades, and all of the other festivities, but we will know that we stand for each other, we want to make sure we can all be here to enjoy them next year, and for the next 124 years.

We will get through 2020. We will come out bigger, stronger, and better. And we will see you all next year at the “Daddy of ‘em All."

It Feels Like Spring, Sort Of

4/17/2020 (Permalink)

Crocus blossoming in the snow. (image by Ralph Häusler)

In Cheyenne, Wyoming and surrounding areas we have been experiencing a roller coaster of weather and temperatures. While last week we saw beautiful weather in the high 60s, this week we had yet another heavy snowstorm. April is always a fun month of unexpected weather here in Southeastern Wyoming.

While the weather keeps us on our toes for what kind of shoes to put on our toes; snow boots, rain boots or sandals, SERVPRO of Cheyenne is continuously monitoring the National Weather Services forecast. We are always making sure we are prepared as possible for whatever weather Mother Nature is planning for us.

With spring here, the snow will begin to turn to rains. With the rains and higher temperatures come the snow melting. With the snow melting comes the potential for flooding.

If you find yourself with rain or water coming into your home, please keep in mind these safety tips:

*as quickly as you are able to, move all the contents to a higher level or garage area

*test your sump pump to make sure it is working

*call SERVPRO of Cheyenne at 307-514-9011 to help mitigate your loss as quickly as possible

Coronavirus Commercial Cleaning

3/26/2020 (Permalink)

We are Cleaning Experts

Why SERVPRO

SERVPRO is Here to Help during this time of need

During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

• Kitchen/Food Areas
• Bathrooms
• Schools/Classrooms
• Offices
• Retail Spaces
• Water Fountains
• Shelving/Racks
• Sales Counters
• Carpets and Rugs
• Stair Handrails
• Elevator Cars
• Playground Equipment
• Fitness Equipment

The CDC recommends usage of a labeled hospital-grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO product line carry the EPA-approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain of the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities. If your home or business needs deep cleaning services, call the experts today –

SERVPRO of Cheyenne, 307-514-9011

Sources:

• https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/guidance-business-response.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fguidance-prevent-spread.html

Call Today for a Proactive Cleaning

Safety First This Thanksgiving

11/19/2019 (Permalink)

Happy Thanksgiving

With Thanksgiving comes food; turkey! You have to pick out just the right bird, the perfect one to feed your family and friends. Once you have chosen “the” bird, you have to determine how to cook it. There is the tried and true baking it in the oven, deep frying it in the deep fryer, some even pull out the grill.

No matter which way you choose to prepare your feast please keep in mind that The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) states that Thanksgiving is the leading day for cooking fires. There are THREE times as more cooking fires than on an average day.

Some easy things to do to keep your family and home safe is:

Check your food regularly.

Be alert.

Don’t leave your house when you are cooking. If you have to run out to get something, turn everything off and then resume when you get back.

If you are frying your turkey in a fryer:

Make sure that the turkey is defrosted before cooking…water/ice do not mix with oil.

Keep children and pets away from the fryer.

Always place the fryer on a level surface.

Protect your eyes and hands, oil burns are painful and could be devastating.

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we want everyone to have a safe, happy and wonderful Thanksgiving!

So please use caution and discretion when getting that dinner ready, regardless of how you are going to cook it.

For more safety tips please visit https://www.nfpa.org/

Are you and your home winter ready?

11/1/2019 (Permalink)

A winter home

We all know it, even if some of us are still in denial; winter weather is here.

The blowing snow, the freezing temperatures with even colder wind chill, all of it is upon us again for another go around. Are you ready for it, and I don’t just mean mentally? Have you gone through and winterized your home?

Below are things that the CDC recommends that you do to make sure your home is winter ready.

First you need to check your heating system.

Make sure everything is cleaned. Make sure everything works and make sure vents to outside are open and free of debris.

If you are lucky enough to have a fire place, make sure you inspect and clean both the fireplace and the chimneys.

Make sure you have working smoke detectors. Test them, replace the batteries, make sure they are working properly.

Having a carbon monoxide detector is also recommended. As with smoke detectors, make sure to change the batteries and check that it is working properly.

Be sure to visit CDC’s WINTER WEATHER webpage for more winter weather safety tips. https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/index.html

Fire Prevention

10/10/2019 (Permalink)

“NOT EVERY HERO WEARS A CAPE. PLAN AND PRACTICE YOUR ESCAPE!”

Fire prevention week runs from October 6^th through October 12^th this year.

Plan and Practice. That is the theme of this year. NFPA, National Fire Protection Association wants everyone to have a fire plan and to practice that plan. They suggest that every household practice their plan at least twice a year.

According to Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and advocacy at NFPA, “People tend to underestimate their risk to fire, particularly at home. That over-confidence lends itself to a complacency toward home escape planning and practice,” said Carli. “But in a fire situation, we’ve seen time and again that advance planning can make a potentially life-saving difference.” (https://www.firehouse.com/prevention-investigation/press-release/21083302/nfpa-national-fire-protection-association-nfpa-announces-theme-for-fire-prevention-week)

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we ask that everyone talk with your family about the dangers of fire. Talk to your children about how quickly a fire can spread. Speak to them about matches and candles, even portable heaters. Make sure everyone in your family knows just how dangerous fire can be. After you have talked about causes and precautions to take regarding

Every home should have an escape plan. Every home needs to make sure that they have WORKING smoke alarms in their home, one on each level of the home and to have one near all sleeping areas.

Make sure you have at least two routes of escape, typically these are a door and a window. Lastly, make sure that you have a meeting place that every member of your household knows about.

Knowing what to do is only half the battle. Now make sure you practice the plan with everyone in the home. This allows everyone to be a little more prepared in case of an actual fire. Everyone will know what to do and where to meet.

If you would like more information or resources please visit https://www.nfpa.org/fpw.

Remember, not every hero wears a cape!

Please visit SERVPRO of Cheyenne’s Facebook page to see a video on just how quickly a fire can spread. https://www.facebook.com/pg/SERVPROofCheyenne/posts/?ref=page_internal

May is Here!

4/30/2019 (Permalink)

We will always remember

May 2019 is upon us

Can you believe it is already May? Weren’t we just covered in snow from a blizzard?

I know we here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne are hoping that May brings us some beautiful weather for lots of outdoor time, as the month of May has some pretty significant holidays for us to celebrate.

First, there is Cinco de Mayo; which, as always, falls on the 5^th of May. Many of us associate this holiday as Mexican Independence Day, celebrating with Margaritas and delicious Mexican food. However, Cinco de Mayo is not actually Mexican Independence Day at all, which is celebrated on September 16^th. Rather, Cinco de Mayo is a day that commemorates the Mexican army's victory, on May 5, 1862, over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). This from www.calendar-365.com. However, here in the US, we do celebrate American-Mexican culture and heritage on Cinco de Mayo as well. It is a wonderful day to educate about and celebrate the culture and history of Americans of Mexican descent.

Now, May 12^th is a very important day, (cough, talking to my kids right now, cough). May 12^th, 2019 is Mother’s Day.

 Who hasn’t made the macaroni necklace or handcrafted a card for their mom on Mother’s Day?

Interestingly though, Mother’s Day has been observed in some form since the ancient Greek and Roman times. It also has a rich history for the United States, dating back to the Civil War, as a peace movement and the meeting of groups of mothers whose sons had fought or died in the American Civil War. According to www.history.com, “The official Mother’s Day holiday arose in the 1900s as a result of the efforts of Anna Jarvis, daughter of Ann Reeves Jarvis. Following her mother’s 1905 death, Anna Jarvis conceived of Mother’s Day as a way of honoring the sacrifices mothers made for their children.” I highly suggest going to their website to read more about the history of Mother’s Day.

History aside, we all need to make sure we honor the mothers, step-mothers, grandmothers, foster mothers in our lives to make sure they know how much we love and appreciate them.    

In May we also celebrate a truly valuable section of our society. Those who serve and have served our nation in the Armed Forces.

May 18^th, 2019 is Armed Forces Day. On this day we pay tribute to all of the men and women who are currently serving in the United States’ armed forces. Per calendar-365.com, Armed Forces Day dates back to August 31, 1949. It was meant as a day to combine the separate holidays to commemorate each branch of the military; Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard. Each branch does still have its own holidays observed, but make sure to thank anyone who is actively serving on Armed Forces Day (or really on any day for that matter) and let them know how much we appreciate them and their service.

May 27^th, 2019 will no doubt be a day of BBQ’s and family gatherings (please be a sunny day). It is the unofficial beginning of summer! However, we should not forget though, the significance of this day. May 27^th, 2019 is Memorial Day. Whereas on the 18^th we were appreciating those who are currently serving our country, the 27^th is meant to be a day to of honor and remembrance, of all deceased veterans of all the wars fought by American forces.

As Time.com points out, “the holiday, originally known as Decoration Day, started after the Civil War to honor the Union and Confederate dead.” “The final event that cemented the modern culture of Memorial Day in America was in 1968 when Congress passed the Uniform Holiday Act, designating Memorial Day as the last Monday in May rather than May 30, as it had previously been observed.”

So, while we are appreciating the (hopefully) warm weather, enjoying the company of those around us, remember those who fought and died for our country. Those who dedicated some portion of their lives to the service of our country.

Spring is Officially Here!!

4/4/2019 (Permalink)

Do you really know how deep the water is?

We here in Cheyenne know what that means: unpredictable weather!

We all know how it goes, one day it is a beautiful, sunny day, 70 degrees out; then the next day? Snow or hail storm. As the saying goes, “if you don’t like the weather in Cheyenne, wait 15 minutes.”

As we are finally starting to warm up here in “The Magic City of the Plains”, we need to be aware that all that snowfall we had will be melting, and melting snow can lead to spring flooding.

Here at SERVPRO^®  of Cheyenne, we want you to be as prepared as possible. Here are some great tips from FEMA to keep your family, your home, your business and your finances protected. 

Spring Flood Tips

Be Prepared

First and foremost, be prepared! Have a family evacuation plan in place. Practice your family emergency plan. Plan and practice flood evacuation routes from home, work, and school that are on Make sure that your important papers and any valuables are kept in a safe and dry place.

Download our SERVPRO Ready Plan App. https://ready.SERVPRO.com/Home/MobileApp

With our app, you can keep all of your important numbers: family, insurance, utility company and all major contacts in one place. It will be accessible to you whenever and wherever you need, with your smartphone or computer.

Insurance

Homeowner’s insurance will not cover floods!

If you want your home protected, you must purchase a separate policy for flood protection.

While flood damage is not typically covered in a standard homeowner’s policy, you do have options. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) flood insurance is available for renters, homeowners, as well as businesses as a special policy that is federally backed by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This federal program is managed by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Administration). The NFIP allows property owners in participating communities to buy insurance to protect against flood losses. In order for a homeowner to be able to purchase excess flood insurance, they must be covered by NFIP flood insurance first.   

An average flood policy costs around $600 a year and rates start at just $129 a year for homes in moderate-to-low-risk areas.

For more information, Visit floodsmart.gov (or call 1-800-427-2419) to learn more about individual flood risk, explore coverage options, and to find an agent in your area or the Wyoming Insurance Department (www.doi.wyo.gov) or at 1-307-777-7401.

Stay Alert While Driving

Avoid flooded streets. It is a simple rule to follow, if the roadway is submerged, do not travel on that road. You have no way of knowing how deep the water is. If the roadway is flooded, turn around.

After a Flood

Always Check for damage.

Before you re-enter your home, check for any structural damage. If at any point you suspect that your water, gas, electric, or sewer lines have been damaged, CONTACT THE AUTHORITIES.

Once you have established it is safe to return to your home; remove wet contents immediately. According to FEMA, wet carpeting, furniture, bedding, and any other items holding moisture can develop mold within 24 to 48 hours.

Call SERVPRO^® of Cheyenne at 307-514-9011 to extract any standing water and to mitigate any mold growth, to clean and disinfect everything touched by floodwaters. Our franchise professionals have the training and experience to make flood damage “Like it never even happened.” 

December Calendar of Events in Cheyenne Wyoming

11/27/2018 (Permalink)

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we have heard it time and time again that there is very little to do when you have kids in Cheyenne. So, we will be posting events happening around town every month that are kid friendly and open to the public. All Events posted here are free to the public and suitable for kids of all ages unless otherwise stated.

December 2018 family friendly events in Cheyenne Wyoming.

• December 1^st 9am – 5pm
  Tinsel Through Time: White Christmas at the Historic Governors’ Mansion
  300 East 21^st Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
  This event will then reoccur Wednesdays - Saturdays through December 22
• December 1^st – December 31^st Times subject to change and weather
  Ice on the Plaza at the Depot Square
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 1^st – December 31^st 6:30pm – 8:30pm
  Hemi Lighted Forest of Hope
  6565 Ashley Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82009
  Admission is by donation, hay rides are free, and train rides are $1
  All proceeds to benefit The Hemispherectomy Foundation
• December 1^st – December 23^rd 10am - 5pm
  1000 Faces of Santa at the Paul Smith Children’s Village
  616 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 1^st – December 23^rd 10am – 5pm
  Elves off their Shelves at the Paul Smith Children’s Village
  616 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 1^st 9am – 3pm
  Alta Vista Holiday Fest at Alta Vista Elementary School
  1514 E 16th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 1^st 11am – 1130am
  Kids Class at the Country Doctor Nutritional Center
  1801 Logan Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 1^st 6pm
  The King’s Christmas Festival: A Renaissance Christmas at King of Glory Lutheran
  8806 Yellowstone Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009
• December 2^nd 3pm
  LCCC Holiday Concert: Instrumental Ensembles at South High School Auditorium
  1213 W Allison Road, Cheyenne, WY 82007
• December 3^rd 1:15pm
  YAS! Young Activities Squad – Cookie Party at the Laramie County Library
  Teen Zone, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 5^th, 12^th, 19^th, and 26^th 4pm – 5pm
  Chess Club for Kids at the Laramie County Library
  2^nd Floor, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 6^th 7pm
  Angel Walk at Lake View Cemetery
  2501 Seymore Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 7^th 7pm
  Cheyenne Youth Symphony Concert at South High School Auditorium
  1213 W Allison Road, Cheyenne, WY 82007
• December 7^th and 8^th 10am – 5pm
  Santa Claus, Campfire, and Cocoa at the Paul Smith Children’s Village
  616 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 8^th and 9^th 10am – 5pm
  Annual Depot Museum Holiday Mart at the Cheyenne Depot
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 8^th 10am – 2pm
  Santa at Kids Deserve Dads
  2823 Central Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 8^th 1pm
  45^th Annual Tuba Christmas at The Cheyenne Depot
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 9^th 3pm
  LCCC Holiday Concert: Vocal Ensembles at St Mark’s Episcopal Church
  1908 Central Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 14^th 6pm
  Family After Hours Christmas Karaoke at the Laramie County Library
  Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 15^th 4pm – 6pm
  Caroling and Hot Chocolate at the Plains Hotel
  1600 Central Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 16^th 6:30 pm
  Holy Hands Choir Winter Concert at First Baptist Church
  1800 E Pershing Blvd, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 27^th 1pm – 5pm
  On Comet! Or Have a Ball at Paul Smith Children’s Village
  616 S. Lions Park Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 31^st 11:30am – 1:30pm
  New Years at Noon at the Laramie County Library
  Cottonwood Room, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 31^st 3pm – 6pm
  The New Year’s Eve Ball Drop – Children’s Event at the Depot and Depot Plaza
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001
• December 31^st 10pm
  The New Year’s Eve Ball Drop at the Depot Plaza
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001

If you know of an event that is family friendly, open to the public, and has free admission occurring in January, please contact Cassie at Office@SERVPROcheyenne.com to have it added to our list.

November Calendar of Events in Cheyenne Wy

11/15/2018 (Permalink)

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we have heard it time and time again that there is very little to do when you have kids in Cheyenne. So, we will be posting events happening around town every month that are kid friendly and open to the public. All Events posted here are free to the public and suitable for kids of all ages unless otherwise stated.

November 2018 Family friendly events in Cheyenne Wyoming.

• November 16^th 4pm-8pm
  Tinsel Through Time: White Christmas at the Historic Governors’ Mansion
  300 East 21^st Street, Cheyenne, Wy 82001
  This event will then reoccur 9am – 5pm Wednesdays - Saturdays through December 22

• November 17^th 9am – 3pm
  A Country Christmas at the Laramie County Fair at the Archer Complex
  M & K Building, 3967 Archer Parkway, Cheyenne, Wy 82009
  
• November 17^th 10am – 3pm
  Heroes Holiday Mart at the Ashers Upstairs
  500 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, Wy 82001

• November 18^th 2pm – 4pm
  Family Movie: Compassionate Cheyenne – The Good Lie at the Laramie County Library
  2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, Wy 82001
  This movie is PG-13.

• November 23^rd – December 31^st Times subject to change and weather
  Ice on the Plaza at the Depot Square
  121 W 15^th Street, Cheyenne, Wy 82001

• November 24^th 8am- 4pm
  Atlas Holiday Mart at the Atlas Theatre
  211 West Lincolnway, Cheyenne, Wy 82001

• November 24^th 5:30 pm
  28^th Annual Christmas Parade – Christmas Around the World
  Downtown Cheyenne on Capitol Ave and 24^th Street

• November 24^th – December 31^st 6:30 pm-8:30pm
  Hemi Lighted Forest of Hope
  6565 Ashley Drive, Cheyenne, Wy 82009
  Admission is by donation, hay rides are free, and train rides are $1
  All proceeds to benefit The Hemispherectomy Foundation

• November 29^th 5pm
  Tinsel Throughout Time: Craft in a Flash! at the Historic Governors’ Mansion
  300 E 21^st Street, Cheyenne, Wy 82001

• November 30^th 4:15pm
  Tween Sci-fi Friday at the Laramie County Library
  2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, Wy 82001
  For Students in grades 3-6

If you know of an event that is family friendly, open to the public, and has free admission occurring in November, please contact Cassie at Office@SERVPROcheyenne.com to have it added to our list.

October 2018 Events in Cheyenne Wyoming

10/15/2018 (Permalink)

Here at SERVPRO of Cheyenne, we have heard it time and time again that there is very little to do when you have kids in Cheyenne. So, we will be posting events happening around town every month that are kid friendly, open to the public, and have free admission.

October 2018 Family Friendly Events in Cheyenne Wyoming:

• September 22^nd- November 13^th All day
  The Way We Worked at the Laramie County Library
  2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 20^th 10am-4pm
  Festival Farmers & Crafters Market at Riverbend Nursery & Stone Company
  8908 Yellowstone Rd, Cheyenne WY 82009
• October 20^th 11am-2pm
  Family Fun Day at Cheyenne Berean Church
  5716 Powderhouse Rd, Cheyenne WY 82009
• October 20^th 7pm-9pm
  The Haunted Stacks at the Laramie County Library
  2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 21^st 3pm-4pm
  LCCC’s Fall Instrumental Concert at East High School Performance Hall
  2800 Pershing Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 21^st 5pm-8pm
  2^nd Annual Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook Off at Cheyenne Hills Church
  7505 US Highway 30, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 27^th 10am-9pm
  Halloween Comic Fest at The Collection Guys – Comic & Cards
  1102 Logan Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 27^th 11 am
  Trunk or Treat at TNT’s Advanced Automotive
  807 S Greeley Highway, Cheyenne WY 82007
• October 27^th 11am-1pm
  The Great Pumpkin Giveaway at The Coldwell Banker The Property Exchange
  255 Story Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82009
• October 27^th 3pm-5pm
  Pumpkin Fair at Laramie County Library, 2^nd Floor, Cottonwood & Willow Rooms
  2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 27^th 4pm-6pm
  Fire Fighter Trunk or Treat at Cheyenne Fire Department
  1720 Cleveland Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 27^th 5pm-7pm
  Fall Fun Festival at Yellowstone Baptist Church
  9204 Yellowstone Rd, Cheyenne WY 82009
• October 31^st 4pm-6pm
  Magic City Enterprises Trunk or Treat at Magic City Enterprises
  1750 Westland Rd, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 31^st 4pm-7pm
  A Night at the Museum at Wyoming State Museum
  2301 Central Ave, Cheyenne WY 82002
• October 31 5pm-7pm
  Trick-or-Treat at Frontier Mall
  1400 Dell Range Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82009
• October 31^st 5pm-7pm
  Trunk or Treat at Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie # 128 “The Teddy Roosevelt Lodge”
  1600 Thomes Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001
• October 31^st 6pm-8pm
  Trunk or Treat at Church of the Trinity
  1808 Hot Springs Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001

If you know of an event that is family friendly, open to the public, and has free admission occurring in November, please contact Cassie at Office@SERVPROcheyenne.com to have it added to our list.

Power outage safety

10/15/2018 (Permalink)

A squirrel eating power lines, an ice storm in February, a wind storm any time of year, a car colliding with a utility pole, these are all examples of things that can cause a power outage.  Power outages are especially dangerous for the elderly and young children. Do you know what to do in case of an un expected power outage to protect you and your family?

Things to do before a power outage.

• Stock a central location with flashlights, batteries, and candles
• Make sure you have nonperishable food that is easily accessible
• Have carbon monoxide detectors installed in your home with a battery backup.

Things to do during the power outage

• If there is extreme heat or cold and it is safe, get to a different location for heat or cooling
• Know how long medications that need to be refrigerated can last at higher temperatures
• Keep fridge and freezer doors cold so the food stays cold longer
• Unplug electronics so when the power comes back they don’t short out

Things to do after the power outage

• Take the temperature of food
• Throw out food items that have gotten to warm
• Replenish stocks of batteries, flashlights, and candles

Speak with your doctor if your medication got too warm

Cheyenne Frontier Days the 122nd “Daddy of ‘em all” ®

6/29/2018 (Permalink)

Cheyenne Frontier Days is less than a month away! Are you ready?

This year’s festivities start on July 20^th and run through July 29^th. The “Daddy of ‘em all” ® is in its 122^nd year this year. This year there will be a new opening day celebration. This will include a vendor scavenger hunt, wagon rides in the arena, new musical acts on various stages, and a new Wild West show that will be demonstrating some of Cheyenne Frontier Days’ unique history of the last 122 years. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 am on July 20^th to kick off this event and it will end at 4:30pm.

2018 Night Show Line-up

This year’s night show line-up is as follows:

• July 20^th Florida Georgia Line with Michael Ray
• July 21^st Cole Swindell with Chase Rice and Morgan Evans
• July 22^nd Charlie Daniels Band with Tracy Lawrence
• July 25^th Eric Church with Chris Janson
• July 26^th Nickelback with Pop Evil
• July 27^th Toby Keith with Bobby Bones & the Raging Idiots and Ned Ledoux
• July 28^th Dierks Bentley with Kip Moore

Championship Bull Riding/Professional Bull Riding

This year, there is a unique opportunity to see two of the best groups of cowboys in the sport of bull riding compete back to back. Monday July 23^rd will feature Professional Bull Riding (PBR). There will be 30 of the best PBR riders competing in this event. Then on Tuesday July 24^th Championship Bull Riding will bring their best riders to compete to become the World Champion in the Road to Cheyenne Finals. There is a $100,000 bonus up for grabs by the best of the best.

Daily Attractions

The fun does not stop at the night show attractions and the opening day celebration! Starting on July 21^st and running until the finals on July 29^th there is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association daily rodeo. There is also shopping, a carnival, and live music on various stages daily. There will be pancake breakfasts on July 23^rd, 25^th, and 27^th. The parades run July 21^st, 24^th, 26^th, and 28^th. There will be several military events throughout the week. Fort DA Russell Days is held July 20^th – 23^rd and is held on F.E. Warren Airforce Base. The US Airforce Thunderbirds airshow is being held on July 25^th at Laramie County Community College. The Wyoming National Guard open house is also held on July 25^th. The US Navy Leap Frogs will be putting on performances throughout the week. There really is something for everyone at the 122^nd “Daddy of ‘em all”® Cheyenne Frontier Days!

Powered by volunteers
Cheyenne Frontier Days is a very large event. It would not be possible to put on this event without the 2500+ volunteers who put in work before, during, and after the event to make Cheyenne Frontier Days run flawlessly.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cfdrodeo.com.

Fireworks Danger

6/27/2018 (Permalink)

The 4^th of July is right around the corner! With the 4^th of July celebrations comes fireworks. Fireworks bring several dangers when mishandled including severe injuries or death and fires. The possibility of starting a fire is especially high when in a drought year.

There are several ways to prevent injury and fires when using fireworks.

• Follow any and all local laws, rules, or regulations regarding fireworks.
• Keep a hose and a metal bucket full of water near the site where you are shooting off fireworks.
• When the fireworks are done going off, dispose of them in the metal bucket of water and leave them over night.
• Keep the metal bucket of water away from any structures or vehicles in an area where it won’t be blown over by the wind.
• Fireworks should only be shot off under direct adult supervision. Children should never be given fireworks.
• Do not light fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Light one firework off at a time and quickly get out of the way before it goes off.
• Never light fireworks indoors or in a garage or near buildings or vehicles.
• Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.

Humans are not the only beings that fireworks affect. Pets have very sensitive hearing so keep them indoors during any and all fireworks shows. This will keep them from getting hurt in their confusion and fear.

Holiday Carpet Woes

12/8/2017 (Permalink)

The holidays are here! Are you ready?

With all the added things on your to-do list such as shopping for the perfect gifts, decorating, and throwing the perfect holiday party or event, the holidays can be the most hectic and stressful time of the year!

If while you are decorating for the perfect holiday party or event, you noticed your carpets are in desperate need for a deep clean, call the professionals at SERVPRO of Cheyenne for all of your carpet cleaning needs!

With professionally trained technicians, advanced equipment, and products to treat all your carpet cleaning needs, we have all the necessary tools to get your carpets ready for the your next holiday party or event!

For any assistance with carpet cleaning call SERVPRO of CHEYENNE at 307-514-9011.

Holiday Fire Damage!

12/7/2017 (Permalink)

Let’s face the facts, fires are a danger that happens every day. The holidays are no exception in this. In fact, the holidays bring about a whole new set of fire dangers that may not be as prevalent during the rest of the year.

Ways fires can occur during the holidays include but are not limited to:

• Real trees get too dry
• Decorations and trees are too close to heating elements i.e. fireplace, space heater, etc.
• Lights and decorations have been on too long and have started to overheat
• Candles too close to décor, furniture, decorations, trees etc.
• Lights used outdoors are not rated for external use
• Electric holiday decorations have a short in the wiring
• Holiday meal preparations

Ways to prevent fires during the holidays include but are not limited to:

• Make sure real trees have enough water.
• Make sure decorations and trees are far enough from heating elements to prevent them from overheating.
• Turn your lights and decorations off at night and when you are not at home.
• Keep all candles away from anything flammable including drapes, furniture, trees, decorations, and other décor.
• Make sure that all lights have been tested by a professional organization and that the ones you use out doors are rated for external use.
• Check all electronic components of decorations and lights for exposed wiring and or corrosion.
• Never leave a holiday meal cooking unattended.

For any assistance with damage from a fire call SERVPRO of CHEYENNE at 307-514-9011.

Fire Prevention Month

10/2/2017 (Permalink)

The American Red Cross says, on average there are 7 people killed a year and 36 people injured a day due to house fires. They also say that there is over $7 billion worth of damage every year due to house fires.

October is national Fire Prevention Month. There are many ways to prevent a fire in your home and becoming one of these statistics.

Ways you can prevent fires in your home

• Keep lighters and matches out of reach of children
• Clean the lint out of your dryer after every use
• Keep flammable materials away from heat sources
• Have your HVAC system tested regularly and repaired as needed
• Never leave appliances such as curling irons, ovens, or grills are running
• Never leave portable heaters, candles, fireplaces unattended
• Never use appliances or electronics with damaged electrical cords

Even with the best preventive measures in place it is best to prepare for a fire. There are several ways you can prepare you and your family for a fire emergency.

Ways you can prepare for a fire disaster

• Have fire detectors located in every bedroom, outside every sleeping area, and on every floor of the house
• Test fire detectors monthly
• Replace the batteries in fire detectors at least once a year
• Have at least two emergency escape routes
• Teach children the emergency escape routes
• Teach children how to dial 9-1-1 in case of an emergency
• Teach children how to stop, drop, and roll in case an article of clothing catches on fire

These are just a few ways to prevent and prepare for a fire emergency for more information contact the American Red Cross.

For any assistance with damage from a fire call SERVPRO of CHEYENNE at 307-514-9011.

Time to Change the Furnace Filter

9/11/2017 (Permalink)

It’s that time of year! Fall is right around the corner and when the temperature drops the furnace comes on. Before you turn your furnace on for the first time, there is one thing you should do, change the furnace filter.  It is recommended that furnace filters get changed once every three months, or every month if you have a pet.

Changing the furnace filters has a lot of advantages. By changing the furnace filters on a regular schedule. You can extend the life of your HVAC system, lower your energy bill, and maintain a healthier air quality in your home.

How can changing your furnace filters do all this?

By changing your furnace filters. Your HVAC system does not have to work so hard to produce the same results. This helps raise the longevity of your system. It also uses less energy this way, thus lowering your energy bill.

Finally changing the furnace filters on a regular schedule helps maintain a healthier air quality within your home.  This is because when you have clean air filters, allergens such as dust and pet dandruff will not get recirculated into your home through your HVAC system. Built up allergens can linger for months even after the old filter has been replaced. Allergens can cause allergies, asthma, and repertory problems to develop or worsen.

Lightning in Cheyenne!

7/31/2017 (Permalink)

Summer Time in Cheyenne
Here in Cheyenne, it is the middle of summer. With summer comes thunderstorms and with thunderstorms comes lightning. In fact, all thunderstorms produce lightning!

Lightning Damage

Lightning can cause damage to humans, the environment, and structures alike. Lightning is the number one cause of death from natural disasters yearly.  For safety reasons, when thunderstorms hit, it is best to stay inside and away from windows. If you can’t get inside, try to get to a vehicle and/or stay away from trees.

Damage to the Environment

Lightning can reach temperatures of up to 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Due to temperatures this high, lightning is known to catch grass and trees on fire with a single strike. If this fire is not contained, it can and will spread to other structures.

Damage to Structures

With lightning reaching such high temperatures, if your house or structure gets hit, you need to call the fire department. Lightning takes the path of least resistance. This means that lightning will travel through metal and wood but not brick. Wood cannot handle the high temperatures that lightning produces and thus will combust.  

Have any questions or need emergency service? Call us 24/7 at 307-514-9011!

Hail Damage in Cheyenne

7/18/2017 (Permalink)

DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN HAIL STRIKES?

Cheyenne has experienced a number of major hail storms in the past few years. These storms have caused damage to many cars and buildings. This damage comes in many shapes and sizes, from broken windows, siding damage, to roof damage just to name a few.

What kind of damage can hail cause?

Hail can cause more damage to your home than just to the shingles on your roof and broken windows. When there is roof damage or broken windows from hail, there could possibly be an issue with water damage if the damage is severe enough. In these instances, SERVPRO of Cheyenne is here to help. We can help stop the source of water damage by boarding up and tarping damaged windows, and roofs along with clean up debris from the damage i.e. broken glass. When the source has been stopped, we can also assist with the water damage at hand.

FOR ANY ASSISTANCE WITH DAMAGE FROM HAIL CALL SERVPRO OF CHEYENNE AT 307-514-9011

Farmers' Markets in Cheyenne

7/18/2017 (Permalink)

Looking for Fresh Local Foods in Cheyenne?

If you are looking for fresh local foods in Cheyenne, you have a few options. There are three farmers’ markets that are held in Cheyenne.

Summer/Fall Farmers’ Market

The Tuesdays Farmers’ Market runs on Tuesdays from June 20^th 2017 through October 10^th 2017. Located in the Frontier Mall parking lot west of Sears, it starts at 3pm and closes at 6pm. This year the Tuesdays Farmers’ Market will have 32 different vendors. You can find a list of the vendors at http://tuesdaymarket.org/products.htm .

Fall Farmers’ Market

The Cheyenne Farmers’ Market runs Saturdays from August 5^th 2017 through October 7^th 2017. Located on 15^th Street between Carey Avenue and O’Neil Avenue, it starts at 7am and closes at 1pm. This year the Cheyenne Farmers’ will have over 40 vendors. As of August 1^st 2017, you can find a vendor map at http://www.calc.net/  .

Winter Farmers Market

The Cheyenne Winter Farmers’ Market typically runs on select Saturdays from November until May. More information on this farmers’ market can be found at https://cheyennewintermarket.wixsite.com/cheyennewintermarket as it becomes available.

2017 Laramie County Fair

7/18/2017 (Permalink)

2017 Laramie County Fair is right around the corner!

Are you ready for the 110^th Laramie County Fair? This two week-long event starts July 31^st 2017 and goes through August 12^th 2017. This year, they will be holding the event in a split venue. Part of the event will be held at the Archer Complex and the other part will be held at Frontier Park.

Shows

The major shows held at the Archer Complex this year are the horse and poultry shows. The major shows held at Frontier Park this year are the sheep show, the cattle show, the pig show, and the round robin shows. The horse show runs from July 31^st through August 2^nd. The poultry show runs July 31^st and August 1^st. The sheep show is August 8^th. The cattle show runs August 9^th and 10^th. The pig show is August 9^th. The round robin shows round out the week on August 11^th.

Static Exhibits

The static exhibits will be on display starting August 5^th. The static exhibits will be released to participants on August 12^th.

Entertainment

The Laramie County Fair has several entertainment events occurring during the two weeks. All of the entertainment events are held in the Frontier Park arena. The first event is the Truck and Tractor Pull which will be held on August 5^th at 630pm. The Mutton Bustin’ event will be held on August 8^th at 630pm. The always fun, Pig Wrestling event will be held on August 9^th at 630pm. Finally, the Demolition Derby will be held August 11^th at 6pm.

Sales

Finishing up the Laramie County Fair are the 4-H sale and the FFA sale. The FFA sale will be held at the ice and event center on August 11^th starting at 7pm. The 4-H sale will be held in the beef barn at Frontier Park on August 12^th starting at 10am.

More information about the Laramie County Fair can be found at http://www.laramiecountyfair.com/ .

Cheyenne Frontier Days

7/10/2017 (Permalink)

ARE YOU READY FOR CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS, THE “DADDY OF ‘EM ALL”®?

Cheyenne Frontier Days is right around the corner. This year marks the 121^st “Daddy of ‘em all”® will kick off on July 21^st 2017 and runs through July 30^th 2017.

Attractions

Cheyenne Frontier Days attracts people from all over the world yearly. With events such as the pancake breakfasts, parades, the carnival, chili and chuckwagon cook-offs, shopping, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo events, the Thunderbirds airshow, and concerts, Cheyenne Frontier Days has something for everybody.

Concerts
This year’s concert lineup includes big name acts such as Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Jason Derulo, Thomas Rhett, Brantley Gilbert, Little Big Town, and Sawyer Brown.

CBR World Finals
As is tradition, the Championship Bull Riding World Finals will be held again in Cheyenne during the “Daddy of ‘em all”®.

Powered By Volunteers
As anyone in Cheyenne knows, the “Daddy of ‘em all”® would not be possible without the 2,500+ volunteers who take great pride on putting on a great show year after year.  

For more information and tickets visit www.cfdrodeo.com

Heat Safety

7/10/2017 (Permalink)

DO YOU KNOW THE DANGERS THAT HOT SUMMER DAYS CAN BRING?

With hot summer weather comes potential health dangers in the form of heat related illnesses. In this post we will cover the illnesses, how to avoid them, and how to treat or seek treatment if you can’t avoid them.

Heat Related Illnesses

The heat related illnesses we are covering today are heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat stroke. All three of these illnesses are a result of your body overheating due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures. High activity levels while exposed to high temperatures can escalate heat related illnesses or cause them to occur more rapidly. Those at the highest risk of heat related illnesses are the elderly, the young, persons taking certain medicines, persons whom are chronically ill, and those who work outdoors during high temperatures.

Signs of Heat Related Illnesses

Signs of heat cramps include but are not limited to; severe cramps in the hands, calves or feet.

Signs of heat exhaustion include but are not limited to; increased feeling of being tired, headaches, nausea, increased feeling of being excessively thirsty, muscle cramps and weakness, and dizziness.

Signs of heat stroke include but are not limited to; headache, dizziness, increased feeling of being tired, increase in heart rate, dizziness, decrease in urination, decrease in sweating, and increase in body temperature.

How to Avoid Heat Related Illnesses

Ways to avoid heat related illnesses include but are not limited to; drinking plenty of fluids, staying out of the sun and finding shade, limiting outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4p.m.), and wearing light-colored clothing.

How to Treat Heat Related Illnesses

Ways to treat heat related illnesses include but are not limited to; re-hydrating with water or sports drinks, getting into shade or air conditioning, and applying a cool damp towel to the back of your neck. Keep in mind heat exhaustion needs to be treated immediately as it can be severe. Also heat stroke is life threatening and needs to be treated by personnel trained in emergency medical situations.

When Storms or Floods hit Cheyenne, SERVPRO is ready!

8/18/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Cheyenne specializes in storm and flood damage restoration.  Our crews are highly trained and we use specialized equipment to restore your property to its pre-storm condition.

Faster Response

Since we are locally owned and operated, we are able to respond quicker with the right resources, which is extremely important. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces the restoration cost.

Resources to Handle Floods and Storms

When storms hit Cheyenne, we can scale our resources to handle a large storm or flooding disaster. We can access equipment and personnel from a network of 1,650 Franchises across the country and elite Disaster Recovery Teams that are strategically located throughout the United States.

Have Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today 307-514-9011

Cheyenne Smoke and Soot Cleanup

8/18/2016 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot is very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.  

Smoke and soot facts:

• Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
• Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
• The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Cheyenne will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor. 

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions.  We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage.  We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?
Call Us Today – 307-514-9011

Does Your Cheyenne Home Have A Mold Problem?

8/18/2016 (Permalink)

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens and irritants.
• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – 307-514-9011

Cheyenne 24 Hour Emergency Water Damage Service

7/20/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Cheyenne is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help
Call Today - 307-514-9011

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Cheyenne has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

• Your name and contact information
• Your insurance information (if applicable)
• The street address of the water-damaged home or business
• When did the flooding or water damage occur?
• What caused the water damage (if known)?
• Is there electricity available (on-site)?

About SERVPRO of Cheyenne

SERVPRO of Cheyenne specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. 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.