Damage Restoration & Biohazard Cleanup in Allentown, PA | BMS CAT
801 E Fairmont St, Allentown, PA 18109
About the Company
BMS CAT in Allentown, PA (formerly Mellon Restoration) brings over 75 years of experience in damage restoration, environmental abatement, and biohazard cleanup to the Lehigh Valley. We help homeowners and business owners recover from disasters both big and small—fire, water, mold, and more—by providing reliable recovery and reconstruction services to get your property back to its pre-loss condition. Our Allentown team understands local challenges like foundation seepage from saturated soils, HVAC condensate overflow in older homes, ceiling water stains from roof leaks, and drain backup damage common in the area. We serve neighborhoods near Dorney Park, the PPL Center, and along the Cedar Crest Boulevard corridor, responding quickly to minimize further damage. Whether it’s drying a basement after a storm or cleaning a trauma scene, our certified technicians follow strict protocols to ensure safety and thorough results. We’re part of BMS CAT’s national network, but our boots are on the ground here in Allentown, ready to help you rebuild with care and competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does biohazard cleanup involve, and when is it needed?
Biohazard cleanup is the safe removal, cleaning, and disinfection of materials contaminated by blood, bodily fluids, or other potentially infectious substances. It’s needed after unattended deaths, suicides, homicides, accidents, or severe illness. Our team follows OSHA and EPA guidelines, using specialized PPE and hospital-grade disinfectants to restore the area. We handle the entire process discreetly and respectfully, working with families and property owners to return the space to a safe condition.
How do you address water damage from foundation seepage or drain backups in Allentown?
Foundation seepage—often from heavy rain or saturated ground—requires extraction, drying, and sometimes waterproofing. We pump out standing water, set up industrial dehumidifiers and air movers, and treat for mold before it starts. For drain backups (which can contain sewage), we remove contaminated water, sanitize all affected surfaces, and perform structural drying. We’ve handled these issues in older homes near West End and new constructions near the Lehigh Valley Mall, ensuring all moisture is gone to prevent long-term damage.
What does environmental abatement cover for Allentown properties?
Environmental abatement includes removing hazardous materials like asbestos, lead paint, mold, and chemical spills from a property. In Allentown, this often involves asbestos abatement in older homes built before the 1980s, as well as mold remediation after water damage. We contain the area, use negative air pressure, and carefully dispose of waste per federal and state regulations. Our goal is to make your indoor environment safe for your family or tenants, whether you’re renovating or recovering from a disaster.
Property Service Solutions
- Biohazard cleanup
- Damage restoration
- Environmental abatement
Business Location & Hours
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