The new office, located at 95 Post Office Park, is fully staffed and equipped, providing Western Massachusetts with all of 24’s services, such as flood mitigation, fire damage restoration, board-ups, temporary fencing, tree removal, emergency demolition, reconstruction, and biohazard removal. As is the case with 24’s other offices, staff can take emergency calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The office is the fifth 24 Services has opened since 2013. This rapid growth can be attributed to 24’s dedication to providing a superior customer experience while minimizing customer inconvenience.

“In a disaster, the sooner we can be on the scene, the better the chances that we can keep damage to a minimum,” said Dan Morse, President and CEO of 24 Restore, a division of 24 Services. “Offering our services to the Wilbraham and Springfield area can help us make a difference in case of catastrophe.”

In addition to Wilbraham, 24 Services has offices in Easton, MA, Waltham, MA, Providence, RI, and Londonderry, NH. All offices can be reached by calling (855) 280-3060.

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“Detectives can be in danger long after a crime is committed if there were biohazard pathogens involved,” said 24 Trauma CEO Mike Wiseman. “Our goal is to make them aware of all possible dangers that may not be as obvious, but can be every bit as harmful as an encounter with a criminal.”

The organization offers services to help property owners and managers recover from various types of property disasters. It partners with local first responders and insurance companies to serve the public, and performs various on-site tasks including commercial and home restoration, biohazard cleanup and flood, fire and mold remediation.

Attended by Major Tom Dolan and BCI Detectives Josh Heywood and Mark Bairos, the objective of the seminar was to inform detectives of the possible exposures they may encounter on the job and the correct types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for protection. The seminar also covered the best way to decontaminate after exposure to hazardous materials as well as the best way to clean their equipment. The demonstration is one in a series of seminars 24 Trauma provides to local police and fire departments across New England.

The training took place at the Pawtucket Country Club at a special crime scene training program called “Death Investigation and Crime Scene Safety,” put on through a collaboration with 24 and the Rhode Island Medical Examiner’s office. Police departments from across Rhode Island were in attendance, including Providence, Woonsocket, Smithfield, Barrington, Central Falls and Warwick.

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At 24, we’re proud to have established ourselves as industry leaders in the world of disaster restoration & biohazard remediation. Our wide range of services make 24 uniquely qualified to respond quickly and efficiently to nearly any disaster situation.

We’re thrilled to unveil our refreshed 24 logo as part of the ongoing evolution of our company’s brand. Our business has grown and evolved over the past several years, and we felt it was time for a change. We designed our bold new 24 logo to reflect who we are today and to symbolize our dynamic future.

While our logo has changed, rest assured: our service and dedication to you will remain the same.

We at 24 are excited for what the future holds. Our commitment to providing the highest level of disaster restoration and biohazard remediation services has never been stronger.

Respond. Remediate. Rebuild. We are 24.

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This all new state-of-the-art space will be used by 24 Trauma, 24 Fire and 24 Restore team members, providing a fantastic location to conduct relevant skill & safety training sessions for our industry partners.

“We’re really excited to have this new space available.” says 24 Restore CEO, Dan Morse. “Having the space to bring in a large group of first responders, property managers, adjusters or other industry professionals for our training sessions is part of our commitment to keeping the people we work with safe and informed.

The new room will feature classroom-style seating for over 30 people, built-in overhead smart projector equipment and additional room for PPE and equipment demonstrations.

“With the constant threat of substances like Fentanyl and Carfentanil out there, it’s more important than ever to train and equip as many of our industry partners & first responders as possible.” says 24 Trauma CEO, Mike Wiseman. “We all know this stuff is serious, we can help them stay protected.”

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I have been using 24 Restore NE, LLC for restoration services at my facilities for the past two years, and have always been completely satisfied with their performance. Your team does an excellent job, are always punctual, and offer the most competitive rates in town.

We have also hired your team on occasion for extra jobs, such as office reconstruction after a remediation.

You’ve have been very reasonably priced, and always do exactly what we ask of them. Your customer service is head and shoulders above the rest.

I’m happy to recommend the services of 24 Restore NE, LLC. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Jacob Noble

Property Manager, Transwestern

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24 Restore is pleased to announce the addition of Paul Sheets as its new Senior Project Manager.

Paul is a well-known industry veteran with 37 years of experience, the last 12 of which were spent working for ServiceMaster by Gilmore. In his new position, Paul will be responsible for managing large loss damage projects from fire or flood.

“Paul has nearly four decades of expertise in restoring properties, and we’re thrilled to have someone with such insight and knowledge join the 24 team,” said Dan Morse, President of 24 Restore.

“I’m very excited for this opportunity,” Paul said. “24 Restore is unlike any company of its kind, offering a multitude of services not found at their competitors. Their dedication to their customers and willingness to take on any kind of job really made this move an easy choice for me.”  

Paul lives in Roslindale.

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Clear Gutters of Debris

Make sure all gutters are functioning, and clear of debris.

Downspouts

Make sure all downspouts are directed away from the home. To keep water from pooling, add downspout extensions to direct water flow away from the structure.

Sump Pumps

If you have a sump pump, take a few minutes right now and check to make sure it’s operational. You don’t want to discover it needs to be replaced during a torrential downpour.

Get Important Valuables Off the Floor

Sometimes flooding is unavoidable. However, if your property is susceptible to flood damage, getting valuable items and important documents elevated off the basement floor is always a best practice.

If your property has been damaged due to flooding, please call 24 Restore. We are here for you day or night. With five locations across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, our disaster experts are ready to bring properties back to their pre-loss condition.

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Allergy-like symptoms

If you are experiencing allergy-like symptoms, this may be caused by exposure to mold. Common physical reactions to mold include a running nose, sneezing, congestion, and sore eyes. Though these symptoms are commonplace for those with severe seasonal allergies, experiencing these symptoms while inside your home may be an indicator of hidden mold.

Strange Odor

Even if you are not able to see mold in your home, it will surely give off an odor as it grows. The odor may differ depending on the type of mold but it will likely give off a musty smell caused by the gasses released into the air from the mold.

Physical Qualities

Mold can appear in a variety of ways. It often has a fuzzy, leathery texture and spotty appearance depending on how developed it is. The mold’s color can vary, most often appearing black, green or white.

Checking for Moisture

Many older homes have significant moisture issues that become a breeding ground for mold. Some obvious signs of water damage include discoloration on walls and ceilings, water stains, and surface area moisture. Furthermore, you are likely to have a mold issue if there is a leak in any of your pipes even if there isn’t any visible water damage. If your home had any previous flooding, there could be mold growing in the affected areas.

Where to Look

The first place you should look for possible mold build-up is your basement, as most basements generally have several pipes and little sunlight. Basements are often not built with as much attentiveness as the rest of a home and are vulnerable to water damage, leaks, and other moisture issues. Other places around the house that you should check for mold are behind and under appliances such as your washer and dryer, windows, vent ducts, bathroom tile, between floorboards, and any other closed spaces that are capable of trapping moisture.

What to do if you find mold

Dealing with mold in your home should be done with caution. Because of the possible long-term property damage and health risks, we recommend seeking professional help in any case of mold growth. See our mold removal page to read more about the mold removal services we provide.

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