Your Home. Your Health. Our Mission.

Green Technology

Universal Restoration Systems is dedicated to keeping our jobs safe, healthy and environmentally friendly. We use natural, biodegradable products whenever possible, and believe strongly in cleaning and source removal as opposed to chemical applications. We live in a society that is addicted to chemicals which evident by the amount of cleaning products that can be found in the common house hold. Disinfectants are now found in cleaners, fresheners and even hand and body soap. Many of these products contain chemicals, which in large amounts are highly toxic. The long term risk due to the accumulative nature of some of these chemicals is a growing concern among health specialists. Our society has abandoned common sense for the comforting thought of living germ free when these chemicals often do more harm to us then the parasites that they are targeting.

Universal Restoration Systems comes into contact with many harmful pathogens when we remediate sewer backups, mould and other hazardous jobs. Universal utilizes the power of H²O using steam and hot water to offer what no chemical can, complete disinfection.

When restoring smoke damage and other odour related problems Universal utilizes the power of the sun. We use hydroxyl generating systems which are a new, green technology, offering the most advanced solution for eliminating odours, decontaminating surfaces and purifying the air. Hydroxyls (OH) are safe, naturally occurring molecules that are created in our atmosphere when the sun’s ultraviolet rays react with water vapour. They can be used to kill bacteria, viruses and mould, and to break down volatile organic compounds (VOCs), chemical fumes, gases, vapours and unpleasant odours.

With these types of green technologies we can return your home to a safe and healthy environment without the need for you to vacate and with the comfort of knowing that your home has been bee restored without leaving behind any pathogens or toxic chemicals. Universal is dedicated to constantly bettering ourselves, as well as protecting both our customers and our planet.

 

Water Damage

When it comes to fresh water floods, most claims can be restored with almost no loss to property or possession. Having Universal onsite within 24 hours can mean the difference of months before your home is returned to pre-loss condition. Water damage that is left unaddressed for days or even hours, can deteriorate into a condition that is unsuitable for drying and materials may have to be removed. Depending on the size of the loss, a house that is dried can be returned to a healthy and comfortable condition in less than a week. If an excessive amount of demolition has to take place, it can be months before the home is returned to pre-loss condition due to the extent of repairs. Also the mess associated with a tear out, poses unneeded risks to the occupants, when a loss could have been dried had it been addressed sooner.

Flood damage that is not professionally remediated can lead to mold and bacterial contamination which can have adverse health affects for the occupants. Structural material left with excessive moister levels can rot and deteriorate causing loss of structural integrity leading to more serious problems. Bottom line… the price of doing nothing is often more costly than having a loss dealt with properly.

If you experience water damage from an unsanitary source, such as a sewage back up, drying of most materials is not an option. In these situations, everything possible is done to protect the occupants of the building and the Universal employees working on site. Universal utilizes cutting edge HEPA filtration technologies, and proven containment and removal methods to remove and clean sewage contamination in the safest way possible.

What ever type or size of flood you experience, Universal Restoration has the knowledge and resources to handle your claim professionally and promptly. At Universal Restoration we work in accordance with the ANSI/IICRC S500 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration. Universal understands that your home is sacred and we spare no effort in restoring it to a condition even better than you remember. Utilizing cutting edge technology, Universal can locate, dry and remove wet building material, leaving you with peace of mind that your home is once again safe and sound.

How to avoid a flood

Water is the most destructive force on earth, and our homes are full of it. The average house has hundreds of appliances, fittings, pipes and connections which distribute and supply the water that we use every day. Despite your best efforts to maintain these devices there is a good chance one of these will fail in their life time, resulting in a significant water damage. However, there are many things you can do to avoid a flood…

1. Turn off your main water shut off when going away for an extended period.
2. Have some check your home daily when going out of town.
3. Address leaking fixtures and water lines IMMEDIATELY. Don’t let it sit.
4. Have a professional plumber do the installs.
5. Avoid using cheap plumbing fixtures and parts.
6. Don’t leave washing machines and dishwashers running when you leave the house.
7. Don’t leave running water unattended when filling sinks and tubs.
8. Don’t flush material down the toilet that is not intended to be flushed.
9. Have a proper maintenance schedule for you sewer system and lines especially when your have a septic tank or when tree roots are an issue.
10. Standard maintenance is the responsibility of the property owner.
    

 

Weather Damage

Nature is a completely unpredictable force that has the potential to cause damage to your home in a number of ways. Wind can blow shingles off you roof or cause trees to fall. Up in the north we get periods of heavy snow fall which can pull apart trusses and collapse sheds and decks. Recent times have brought dramatic weather patterns that create freezing and thawing cycles that can lead to ice build up on the edge of your roof causing water infiltration into your home.

Universal Restorations CDRG is always fast to respond. For local calls we are usually onsite within 1 hour receiving a call, evaluating the damage and identifying any potential safety hazards. Our skilled trades men and technicians will quickly secure your property and eliminate any threats to the safety of your home and family. Universal will work quickly and efficiently to return your property to a pre-loss condition, repairing structural compromises and restoring water damaged materials. Through cooperation with you and your insurance provider we can address the defects leading to the loss and reduce the risk of similar losses happening in the future.

 

Fire Damage

Fire damage remediation is a complex and tedious process. Even small fire can leave your entire home with smoke and soot damage. After removing the visible contaminates the odor can still be an issue. Utilizing none toxic odor counteracting technologies the odor can sometimes be completely eliminated without the need to vacate the structure. For more serious odor damage ozone, thermal fogging and special encapsulates can be used to eliminate the odor.

A fire is one of the scariest and most devastating experiences a family can experience. It is not just the loss of a roof over your head but the pain of watching a lifetime of memories go up in smoke. Here at Universal we understand your loss, and will strive to help your recovery in anyway possible. With our full line of trades and utilizing the latest and safest in cleaning and odor counteracting technologies, Universal takes pride in the role we play in helping you recover from your loss. Our full line of skilled trades and knowledgeable remediation team, take pride in the work they do to rebuild your home and will work with you along with your insurance provider to get you home.

 

Mold

Everyone has heard of the danger posed by black mould. In fact, it has become such an item of concern that it has been on the news, home shows, magazines, movies and the cause of many sleepless nights for people fearful of the un-reversible heath affects that it may causing to them self’s and their children. But what is black mould?

The truth is that “Black Mould” is a title that has been given to a small group of toxigenic moulds that have had a few high profiles cases in recent times. The truth is that the colour of the mould has little to do with the toxic properties it may or may not have. Mould can be green, red, white, brown, blue, orange, or any combination of, and all have the potential to be toxic.

Mould is such a hot topic these days that it almost seems to be a recent phenomenon. The truth is mould has been around longer than we have, and it is everywhere. Mould is present almost everywhere on the planet and our homes are no exception. Even when mould is not visibly growing it is still present. Spores, produced by mould colonies, travel through the air until finding a surface to settle upon. If water is present on that surface, the mould will grow.

Some adverse health affects that have been linked to mould range from skin irritation to head aches and respiratory problems. New research is only starting to link the affects mold exposure has on our health. The one thing that is certain, if mould is not dealt with properly and professionally a bad situation can be made worse. With mould we are not only dealing with visible growth but also microscopic spores that become disturbed and aerosolized during removal of the affected material. Universal utilizes cutting edge HEPA filtration technologies, and proven containment and removal methods to remove mold contamination in the safest possible way. In most cases we can remove the contamination without the need for you to vacate your home. At Universal Restoration we work in accordance with the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation. With Universal Restorations, your health and safety come first.