FIRE RESTORATION
Fires are devastating. Not only is the structure of the building damaged, but oftentimes personal belongings will be damaged as well. A fire can quickly get out of control, causing thousands of dollars’ worth of damage. Our restoration services will minimize the damage and return your life to normal as soon as possible. Your situation may seem overwhelming, but we will be with you through the whole process. We will be your partner, available to you at any time, until your home is fully restored.
INITIAL HOMEOWNER ACTIONS
Once the fire is extinguished, do not reenter your home unless fire officials say it is safe to do so. Even if the damage is extensive enough that you must move out for a while, you may be allowed to gather a few personal belongings. If fire official allows you to reenter temporarily to retrieve a few items, you will want to prioritize what you take (important documents, family heirlooms, photo albums, valuables such as jewelry and electronics, clothing and other immediate need), but if you cannot reach them safely… leave them! Nothing is worth jeopardizing your safety. Before leaving the scene, request contact information for someone at the fire department. You will need this information, so you can get the fire report, which you will need for your insurance company.
Immediately schedule your appointment with RESTORATION CARE. We will quickly come to your home and do a thorough evaluation to determine the extent of the damage. Do not return to the home without a professional. Dangerous damage could exist that you may not see. Safety is your top priority!
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM RESTORATION CARE
Fire damage restoration is not a fun do-it-yourself project. Attempting to clean and restore without help can cause more damage, which will ultimately delay the process and cost you more money. To return your home to its pre-loss condition requires professional restoration skills and a well-managed strategy. We are here to take care of it for you.
Fire causes a unique set of damages. Heat forces smoke into every opening, which causes particulate matter to become deeply embedded into porous items including drywall, insulation, belongings, carpeting, upholstery, and clothing. The heat from the flames causes intense odor absorption, which can be very difficult to remove afterwards. Contact us right away to schedule your free visit.
RESTORATION CARE will:
- - Survey the loss
- - Determine extent of damage
- - Develop an accurate project cost estimate
- - Determine a realistic completion schedule
- - Initiate work immediately upon authorization
- - Secure the property
- - Prepare itemized inventory of contents
- - Install controls to safeguard health and safety of you and your family
- - Install drying equipment to address water damage
- - Remove and decontaminate affected items
- - Treat affected areas as per IICRC* recommendations
- - Remove soot and smoke particles
- - Treat and neutralize odors
- - Provide project management and expert consultation
- - Provide reconstruction efforts if necessary