Smoke & Fire Restoration
Meticulous Inspection Process: We conduct a detailed examination to assess areas impacted by smoke or smoke and fire damage.
Certified Professionals: Our skilled team utilizes their expertise to ensure an accurate assessment of the damage.
Advanced Techniques and Equipment: We employ state-of-the-art tools to identify the extent of damage, including hidden areas affected by residual smoke.
Comprehensive Restoration Plan: We develop a tailored plan that includes thorough cleaning, deodorization, and repair of damaged structures and belongings.
Commitment to Pre-Damage Condition: Our goal is to restore your property to its original state while guaranteeing a safe and healthy environment for you and your family.
Tips on what to do after a fire
Once fire damage has occurred in your house, it's important to act swiftly and carefully to prevent further damage, ensure safety, and begin the recovery process. Here are the top three things to do:
1. Ensure Safety and Evacuate (if you haven't already)
Do not re-enter the building: If the fire department has already extinguished the fire, do not enter your home until authorities declare it safe. There may still be risks such as structural instability, hidden fires, or toxic fumes.
Check for injuries: Ensure everyone is accounted for and seek medical attention for any injuries sustained during the fire. Do not attempt to go back into the house to rescue pets or valuables unless it's safe to do so.
2. Contact Emergency Services and Your Insurance Company
Call your insurance company: Notify your homeowner's insurance provider about the fire damage as soon as possible. They will guide you through the next steps, such as filing a claim and assessing the damage.
Secure a fire damage assessment: Your insurance company will likely send an adjuster to evaluate the extent of the damage. Take detailed notes and photographs of any damage, if it’s safe to do so, for your records.
Get professional assistance: Depending on the damage, consider contacting fire restoration specialists or contractors. These professionals can help with cleaning up, removing hazardous materials (like soot or smoke damage), and beginning repairs.
3. Secure the Property and Begin Mitigation
Board up windows and doors: If your house has broken windows or doors, secure them to prevent further weather damage or looting. This also prevents animals from entering your home.
Tarp the roof: If your roof has suffered damage, placing a tarp over the affected area can help prevent water from entering during rain and worsening the damage.
Mitigate smoke damage: If you can, start ventilating the home by opening windows and using fans to help clear out smoke. Smoke damage can permeate furniture, walls, and carpets, so you’ll want to start mitigating it as soon as possible.
Throughout the process, it’s important to document everything, follow professional advice, and prioritize your health and safety. Fire damage recovery can be a long process, but taking these first steps can help minimize further harm to your home and belongings.