The Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Process – What Homeowners Need to Know

A house fire is ranked among the worst types of disasters any homeowner can endure. While trying to cope with the loss and devastation, you also need to think of the property damage. It’s just so much to take in all at once. That is, of course, without even considering the insurance companies, paperwork, and finding the right restoration company to call.

One of the leading goals of the professional fire & smoke damage restoration process is to prevent further damage and stabilize the property. That’s generally easier said than done.

The restoration process is how it’s all done.

• Emergency Contact– It all begins with you. After you’ve called the fire department and everyone is safe, you should call a local restoration company. The team is capable of arriving within an hour of your call at any hour of the day or night.
• Assessment – The first actual step in the process, for when the team arrives, is a thorough assessment of the whole property. The restoration professionals must ensure the property is safe to enter. They’ll closely examine the area for signs of structural damage and smoke contamination.
• Cleanup – With fire damage, a lot of the concern stems from soot and smoke, which leave behind a thick film and airborne pollutants. All of this must be thoroughly cleaned up to prevent discoloration, contamination, and odors.
• Water Damage– It’s a little known-fact that a good portion of the fire & smoke damage restoration process is dedicated to water damage. There will be quite a bit of water left behind by the fire department. We’ll remove it, clean the area, and prevent mold.
• Restoration – Now, all damaged possessions, furniture, and building materials, including drywall and wood flooring, will be repaired or restored to their previous, pre-damage state.

As a professional restoration company, a big part of what we do is educate homeowners. To that end, here are a few pieces of advice following any sort of fire damage in or around your home.

With fire damage, you have 72 hours before the fire and smoke leave a permanent mark on your property. You see, the fire and smoke create a chemical reaction that affects everything it touches.

Typically, a local restoration company should arrive within an hour of your phone call.

Start by looking online. Most restoration companies are upfront about their recent customer testimonials, which are a good indication of their quality.

For 24-hour fire & smoke damage restoration, call Restoration 1 of Freeholdat 908-386-5233!