Where To Begin After a Fire

2/13/2020 (Permalink)

Knowing Where To Begin After A Fire

A fire in your business or in your  home can lead to serious damage. The damage is due to flames, heat, smoke as well as water. The things that were not impacted by fire damage may get ruined by smoke or water that was used to put out the flames.  Therefore anything that you wish to save or reuse after a fire will have to be cleaned after the fire.

Fires may require the firefighters to cut holes in the walls of the premises. This is done to ensure there are no flames or hot spots that can erupt later and lead to additional fire damage. To minimize smoke and soot damage, holes may have been cut in the roof to let the heat out. Fire cleanup requires time and patience as the fire loss gets assessed. It is best to take the advice of the fire department before touching any object that has been damaged by fire.

 A fire cleanup requires understanding the risks to safety and health even after the fire has been put out. There can be soot and smoke damage that can affect your health. The air quality can make a person sick and aggravate fire damage. Proper restoration ensures there will not be any health risks in the future due to air quality or mold.

A professional restoration company should be consulted before doing any fire cleanup.  SERVPRO of Paradise Valley has certified technicians who will ensure the mitigation and restoration is completed properly and quickly. 

Before the fire cleanup, the fire report is required to provide information to the insurance company. Your insurance agent or adjuster can help you select a reputable restoration company.  The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is another great resource to find an ethical restoration company. 

Call SERVPRO of Paraidse Valley at 602-341-6737 for more information on fire damage.