Fire Damage and What to do About It

 

A fire can happen anytime which is why it is important to have a plan ready in case an emergency strikes. 

Fires Are Unpredictable

No one ever expects their home to catch on fire. But unfortunately, accidents happen, and homes are often the victims of fire damage – even when families are away on vacation. Even if you take all the necessary precautions, accidents can still happen. If your home sustains fire damage, it’s important to take action immediately to minimize the damage and prevent further problems.

If your home has suffered fire damage, it's essential to act quickly. Prolonging the process is a guarantee that more damage will be done. That isn't just by the fire, but also by the smoke and soot. And of course, you'll want to get your home back to normal as soon as possible so that you can start enjoying your off from work and school. After all, you deserve to get your life back to normal and have your home like it was before.

By following these steps, you can start the process of fire damage restoration and get your life back to normal as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to contact your insurance company or the restoration company you have chosen so that they can help you through the process.

Cleaning Fire Damage is a Long Process

When a fire occurs in a home or commercial building, it can be a very stressful and confusing time. You may be unsure what to do next or how to restore the fire damage. The good news is that there are professional fire restoration companies that can help. Companies like Live Green Restoration have the experience and expertise to quickly assess the damage and get to work right away, 24 hours a day. That's right, even on holidays.

So what should you do if your home has caught on fire? Call our professional fire restoration company Live Green Restoration. We have over 10 years of certified experience and expertise to properly assess the damage and begin getting your place back to the way it was. Our team has extensively worked with all major and independent insurance companies for more than a decade and will help you every step of the way.

Contact Your Insurance Company

First and foremost, get in contact with your insurance company representative as soon as possible. Our office recommends noting dates and times of events such as when the fire happened and what caused it. Be sure to have your policy number handy because it will be needed.

Once all the important facts have been recorded, the insurance will ask if you have a fire damage restoration company in mind (aka what we do). These companies specialize in cleaning up after a fire and will know exactly what needs to be done to get your home back to normal. They will likely need to assess the extent of the damage and may even need to bring in special equipment to remove smoke and soot from the property.

The Fire Damage Restoration Process

Live Green Restoration's fire damage technicians will need to assess the extent of the damage and may even need to bring in special equipment to remove the strong smoke odor from the property. This also includes soot being removed from the floors, walls, and ceiling. In some cases, they may also need to remove burned or saturated drywall or insulation which is a sinch. Overall, the work that is performed isn't always the same. In fact, it is a case-by-case basis since each fire situation is always different.

By following these steps, you can start the process of fire damage restoration and get your life back to normal as soon as possible:

1. Speak to your insurance representative - The first step is to contact your insurance company and let them know about the fire, as explained above. They will be able to help you with filing a claim and getting the restoration process started.

2. Call a Fire Damage Restoration Company like LGR - Once you have contacted your insurance company, you will need to find a reputable fire damage restoration company like Live Green Restoration that can help you with restoring the interior of the structure. After our head technician evaluates the damage, an estimate will be created. Remember, pricing varies and is always dependent on factors like the year the building was built, the materials that will be needed to restore the space, the manpower required to reverse the damage, etc.

3. Get to work restoring - Once the paperwork has been signed with our restoration company, our team of fire damage techs will begin the process of repairing the damage caused by the fire. This may include removing smoke and soot from surfaces, extracting excess water from putting out the fire and repairing any structural damage.

4. Deep Cleaning - The last step in the fire damage restoration process is to deep clean all of the affected areas. This will help to remove any lingering odors and make sure that your home or office is completely free of any fire-related debris.

Live Green Restoration's field manager will let you know an approximate time you can expect the entire restoration process to be completed. Once the initial cleanup is complete however you can begin working on repairing any other damage that was caused by the fire. This may include repainting and refinishing by a professional contractor. If needed, moving the contents like furniture, clothing and bedding can be moved out of the premises and safely stored in a storage unit.

Fire Safety Tips to Follow

While it’s impossible to predict when or how a fire will start, there are some steps you can take to help prevent them.

Here are a few tips:

-Have a qualified professional inspect your home’s electrical system regularly.

-Keep all flammable materials, like paper and fabric, away from heat sources like space heaters and candles.

-Never leave food cooking unattended on the stove.

-Keep a fire extinguisher in an easily accessible location.

-Don’t smoke inside the house. If you must smoke, make sure to dispose of cigarette butts properly.

You aren't alone if an unfortunate event like this happened where your building or property has experienced fire damage. Give us a call immediately so we can begin helping you with the fire damage process now. If you have any questions about fire damage or any other services we offer, please do not hesitate to give us a call anytime at 661-390-8255.