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Odor, Soot and remains of once was, who you gonna call?
10/27/2022 (Permalink)
Here we have a house on fire that looks to be among some of the worst fires. Fire is no joke as it is extremely dangerous and damaging to property
SERVPRO, that's right!
You've had a fire! Disasters happen, accidents occur, unfortunately this part of life and an event many face every day. I mean a fire can destroy someone's home or means of work that can put yourself or myself in a great amount of stress! When a fire happens sometimes its small and can be put out easily with minimal damage but if there was any kind of smoke then the ducts should be cleaned as these ducts absorb this kind of smoke. If a fire occurs on a larger scale, things can get a lot more difficult as it may bring structural damage or even water damage depending on how the fire was put out.
SERVPRO of St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, S. Nocatee and World Golf Village
Our team is highly trained, equipped and informed on all procedures for any size fire damage at any time! We should be the first call after our first responders because it's something you want to get taken care of as soon as possible! SERVPRO cleans, preserves, restores and reconstructs as needed. Our team removes soot by scrubbing and cleaning every inch of the affected area as well as all the items in the area affected. If your home has structural issues from the fire, we also do work in demo and recon. Restoring your home or business after fire damage to its pre-fire condition is our main goal. As a leading fire damage restoration company, we specialize in fire damage cleanup and fire restoration, smoke damage cleanup, and removal of smoke odors. Our team will deep clean and remove soot from walls, carpets, and upholstery.
After any fire damage situation, your primary focus should be safety:
- Is it safe to stay in the house?
- Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
- Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
- Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!
Step 1: Emergency Contact
The restoration process begins when you give us a call. Our specialist will ask a series of questions regarding the fire damage event that will help us arrive quickly with the appropriate equipment and resources.
Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment
We will carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms of your property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a plan of action.
Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service
Fire damage can often compromise windows, walls, and roofs. To maintain security and to protect against further damage, SERVPRO can board up missing windows and walls and place tarps on damaged roofs.
Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)
The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We will then use dehumidifiers and air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process.
Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces
SERVPRO uses specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces.
Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing
We will clean all of the restorable items and structures that were damaged by the fire. We use a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.
Step 7: Restoration
Restoration is the final step—getting your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business.