What Do Fire Restoration Companies Do?

3/17/2021 (Permalink)

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Nothing is more devastating than having to deal with the aftermath of a fire.

That’s because fires strike without warning and can completely destroy a room, a floor or even a whole building in an instant.

The damage caused by flames, smoke and soot is only part of the equation.

Water damage caused by broken pipes, rain or firefighting efforts can do even more harm, and in fact usually accounts for the greatest percentage of overall damage to a building after a fire.

All of this can leave you reeling, trying to figure out where to start and how to put your life back together. In emotional, stressful times like these you can take comfort in knowing that fire restoration companies are ready to help you when you need it most.

Here in the Colorado area, SERVPRO has a long history of providing thorough, professional fire restoration for home and business owners alike.

What Fires Leave Behind

When most people think about fire damage, they consider things like furniture, belongings and building structures being consumed by flames.

While this is obviously a big part of the equation, it’s actually only the beginning of the overall damage that a fire can ultimately do. Smoke can be equally damaging, clinging to many surfaces, particularly fabrics and upholstery, and causing noxious, unhealthy odors.

The soot left behind after the fire is put out can also be extremely hazardous.

Not only can it adhere to many surfaces but more importantly it can become airborne, which allows it to spread even further and to become a breathing hazard.

Even walking through the charred remains of a room or building after a fire can expose you to any number of potentially harmful toxins.

On top of this is the damage caused by water, which can not only weaken structures, destroy furniture and other belongings and potentially rot wood and other surfaces, but also lead to mold infestation if it is not addressed quickly and thoroughly.

How Can The Professionals Help?

Facing this kind of damage can seem like a daunting task, especially when all you can think about is getting your life back to normal as quickly as possible.

At SERVPRO we understand that frustration and that’s why we offer fully trained professional fire restoration services to help walk you through the restoration process so that you don’t have to face it alone.

Specifically, there are several steps to the fire restoration process and we’re uniquely equipped to take on every single one.

1. Initial Response – This is probably the most important step in the entire process, because the sooner restoration begins the better your chances of avoiding further problems that can complicate matters and cost you even more money. SERVPRO is ready to respond 24/7 and we’ll get to your property as quickly as possible to begin the process and start giving you peace of mind.
2. Assessing the Damage – We’ll inspect your entire property, not just the immediate scene of the fire, because often adjacent areas can be affected as well and all damage needs to be identified and addressed. Once all the damage is identified, we can give an estimate of the work that’s needed and how much it will cost.
3. Covering with Tarps and Other Protection – Often, the destruction from fires can leave areas of your home exposed to the elements and if that issue isn’t properly addressed right away it can lead to further damage. We’ll make sure to cover any holes in roofs or walls with tarps or other forms of protection so that your home is secured through the rest of the restoration process.
4. Water Removal and Drying – Again, water can often do more damage than the fire itself and we’ll employ our specialized, state-of-the-art equipment to help remove all standing water. Once the moisture has been removed, we’ll ensure that everything is thoroughly dried using dehumidifiers and air movers.
5. Removing Soot and Smoke – We are trained in the most effective techniques for removing soot and smoke damage from any surface. We’ll ensure that your home is safe from any of the toxins contained in soot and all affected areas are completely cleaned.
6. Cleaning and Sanitizing – Once all water and any contaminants like soot are removed, we’ll employ specialized cleaning and sanitizing processes to ensure that everything is returned to its pre-fire condition. We’ll also use industrial air scrubbers and foggers to remove all potentially harmful odors.
7. Restoration – This is the final step, but it is also the most important because this is really where the healing process begins. The motto for our fire restoration services is “Like it never even happened,” and that’s what this step is all about. We’ll do whatever is necessary to return your home or business to its previous condition, from replacing drywall, painting and installing new carpet to completely rebuilding rooms if that’s what is required.

Restore Vs. Replace For Your Peace of Mind

At SERVPRO we take the health and safety of the community very seriously, because it’s our community too. We understand how devastating a fire can be, whether it affects your home or business, and that’s why we take a “restore first” approach to every emergency.

Replacing everything lost to fire can be extremely costly and that only increases your stress level even more. That’s why we’ll work with you to help to restore everything we possibly can so that you and your family can get back to normal and begin to feel whole again.

The professionals at SERVPRO have the training and equipment to handle the delicate and often complicated fire restoration process and we are ready to respond 24 hours a day because we know how important it is to get back on your feet as soon as possible.  When fire hits your home or business, you can trust us to be there and treat you with care. 

Authored by Chafika and James Landers

Certifications

• AMRT   -Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• ASD     -Applied Structural Drying Technician
• CCT     -Carpet Cleaning Technician
• ECTP   -Employee Certification Training Program
• FSRT   -Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Technician
• HST    -Health and safety Technician
• OCT    -Odor Control Technician
• RRRP  -Lead-Based Paint Activities and Renovation
• WRT   -Water Damage Restoration Technician
• IICRC -Certified Firm

Affiliations

• ASBO
• EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm
• Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification

Awards

• Emergency Ready Plan Preparedness