Dealing with fire damage?
Here are some things you should consider.
Fire damage can be quite extensive. It Is difficult to know what exactly to do after going through a fire on your property. Here are some of the steps and procedures you would be adopting to handle it efficiently and return your property to its original state as soon as possible.
- Emergency Contact
As soon as a fire occurs, call a fire damage restoration company. Opt for a company that operates 24/7, like STOP Restoration of Greenville North. They will ask questions about the fire damage and then dispatch service professionals with the required equipment immediately.
- Confirm Property Stability
The service professionals will then confirm the property is stable enough to enter. They will check the property thoroughly from the outside for any signs of damage before stepping inside.
- Assess Damage
The professionals will then inspect the property and assess how much damage has been caused to the property. This step is crucial in developing a plan of action.
- Immediate Board-up
Often, fire damage also causes damage to windows, walls, roofs and doors and renders the property questionable in terms of safety. In that a case, professionals board up walls, doors and windows and cover roofs with tarp.
- Removal of Damaged Possessions
The professionals will remove any personal possessions that are too damaged to restore to their original condition. Often, items that are not damaged are removed to avoid extra contamination and make restoration easier.
- Removal of Water
Water is pumped out immediately, and as much as possible before dehumidifiers and air movers are used to dry the remaining water.
- Removal of Smoke and Soot
Smoke and soot resulting from fire damage are impossible to clean by yourself. Only a deep scrub, sanding and refinishing can restore your property to its original condition and remove all traces of smoke and soot.
- Clean and Sanitize
All items will be cleaned thoroughly to remove traces of the fire along with any odor that might be lingering.
- Restoration
This is the last step in returning your property to its original condition. Restoration can include minor repairs such as repainting, replacing windows and electrical sockets, etc. or even major repairs like reconstructing entire areas within the house that were damaged in the fire.
Want to be prepared for a fire?
You should be prepared for any situation that may arise, and in the case of a fire, you need to have a fire damage restoration company on speed dial. STOP Restoration of Greenville North is a service provider available 24/7 at your service in case of an emergency. They would even work with your insurance company and assist you with filing a claim. They will ensure the job is done right and completed to the last detail.
