Here at The Bedford Mom we love sharing about and celebrating local businesses! This month we are so excited to feature New England Water Remediation, which is owned by Greg Murray, a dad in town. New England Water Remediation Inc. is a 24/7 emergency water removal and flood clean up repair service company. Their technicians are trained and experienced with every water damage situation from sewage and water damage clean up to mold removal to smoke damage repair to fire damage. They’ve got you covered. As a small family-owned business, they understand just how devastating water, mold, or fire damage can be to not only your home or business but also the emotional toll it can have on you and your loved ones. They take pride in working directly with the home/business owner’s in making sure they get the job done right the first time but also do so while minimally affecting your daily life. They hope you don’t have any emergencies but if you do, please give them a call at 603-814-0288 and they will bring your home/business back to pre-loss condition. Learn more about New England Water Remediation below!
Tell us about yourself!
Hello, my name is Greg Murray, I am a husband, father and business owner. I completed my undergraduate degree while in Vermont, completed my MBA in Massachusetts, tied the knot in Rhode Island and chose New Hampshire as our home. We are excited to have recently built a new home in Bedford and look forward to being part of the Bedford community.
Tell us about your business!
New England Water Remediation is located in Bedford, we are a full service restoration contractor and have been in business for over five years. We’ve established ourselves as the top independent, family owned restoration company in the area. We specialize in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after damage related to fire, smoke, water and/or mold. We operate 24/7 providing emergency services and have a reconstruction division.
What does a “day in the life” look like for you?
Busy, unpredictable and sometimes chaotic. Most of my days start around 7am with breakfast with my daughter and son, then my wife Christine takes over and I head to the office. I usually start my day in the office by speaking with my management team about current projects, schedules, and any overnight issues. Then I check emails and voicemails and work through my daily tasks. On any given day I have conference calls, client meetings, inspections, and other offsite obligations that take up most of my day. I am usually home by 4:30pm to maximize family time.
What are the biggest health risks associated with water damage in a home, especially for children and pets?
The biggest health risk associated with water damage in a home is secondary damage for example mold. Mold growth can occur behind walls, under sinks, behind furniture, in the attic and anywhere there has been water damage or moisture. Exposure to mold can lead to health complications like Mold Biotoxin Illness also known as Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) this is a condition related to contaminated indoor air. Fortunately, many people are able to recover once mold has been remediated from their home or business.
How can parents ensure their home is safe during and after the water remediation process?
It’s important to ensure the company you have performing any work in your home is licensed and insured. It’s also very important that the company is trained by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning, Restoration, and Certification) Being trained by the IICRC can give you peace of mind that the company in your house can handle a variety of different water losses. We also recommend getting a pre- and post- test performed by a 3rd party if the situation has any mold involved.
What should moms watch for as signs of mold or mildew in their homes?
Moms should be vigilant in high-humidity areas such as a bathroom or basement. These locations are notorious to microbial growth. Other signs could be health related such as more frequent headaches, chronic sinus congestion, asthma or other respiratory issues could be a sign you have air quality issue in your home. If you do find mold, please be mindful that mold spores spread. Avoid disturbing the mold and contact a professional to do a proper inspection and testing.
What are the most common causes of water damage, and how can families prevent them?
The most common cause of water damage is plumbing related, or weather related. For plumbing it’s important to check your plumbing components frequently for any signs of wear or tear or small leaks. It’s important to keep these items maintained and replaced if necessary. Weather related items, especially in the northeast would be ice dams, broken pipes, wind related damage and flooding. Weather related items are bit trickier in the fact that weather can affect your house in so many ways. Flooding can be caused from have improper drainage, ice dams can be caused from improper insulation and ventilation (Which can also cause mold in the attic). Broken pipes can be prevented by making sure insulation is adequate and heat is at appropriate temperature in all conditioned areas. Wind related damage can be avoided by making sure your siding material, roofing material, decks, etc., are secured professionally and adequately.
What sets your company apart from others in the water remediation industry?
New England Water Remediation is Safety First. Both our commercial and residential clients know from the moment they hire us that they are hiring a professional and compassionate company that really takes their concerns seriously. We are a local family-owned business that assures our values are always on display throughout our company. Whether you’re interacting with the owner, mitigation team or the rebuild team you will get consistent service throughout every phase of the project.
How can people connect with you and follow your business?
People can connect with me in many ways. I am active on Facebook and Linkedin and I am always on my phone. I am very big into texting and emailing and will respond the quickest to those methods. Also, people can always come to the office and chat with us about our business, how we can assist or if they just want to take a tour! And check out our website www.newaterrediation.com