fire facts
Did you know?
Dryer lint isn't just a nuisance; it's a silent, highly combustible killer, and neglecting to clean it out after every cycle is the leading factor contributing to ignition in clothes dryer fires. This tinder-like material, trapped in your vent and dryer housing, restricts airflow, causes overheating, and can ignite with just a spark, turning your laundry room from a place of chores to the origin of a devastating house fire in moments!
fire Restoration
How We Handle Fire Damage
1. Emergency Response and Assessment (The Critical First 24-48 Hours)
We immediately deploy our certified emergency response team upon receiving your call, as quick action is vital to prevent secondary damage. The first priority is securing the property by boarding up windows and doors, tarping damaged roofs, and ensuring the structure is safe for entry. A project manager then conducts a meticulous inspection to evaluate the extent of fire, smoke, soot, and water damage from extinguishing efforts. We document everything with photos and detailed reports to assist with your insurance claim and implement immediate steps like setting up temporary power or heat, and starting water extraction and drying to prevent mold growth.
2. Water Removal and Structural Drying
We use powerful pumps and vacuums to quickly remove standing water from the property. Following this extraction, industrial-grade air movers and dehumidifiers are strategically placed to thoroughly dry the structure, including hidden areas, to meet strict moisture standards and prevent long-term damage like warping or mold growth.
3. Soot and Smoke Removal
We set up high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) scrubbers and advanced air filtration systems to capture airborne soot particles and begin neutralizing odors. Technicians then use specialized, professional-grade cleaning products and techniques to safely remove soot and smoke residue from all surfaces, including walls, ceilings, fixtures, and contents. To permanently eliminate deeply embedded smoke odors from the structure and materials, we employ advanced odor removal technologies, such as thermal fogging or hydroxyl/ozone generation.
4. Cleaning, Restoration, and Content Management
Non-salvageable materials like heavily burned drywall, flooring, or insulation are carefully removed through controlled demolition and disposed of according to local regulations. Salvageable personal belongings or commercial contents are carefully inventoried, packed out, and transported to our secure facility for professional cleaning, deodorization, and restoration. All remaining surfaces in the structure are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to ensure a healthy living or working environment.
5. Reconstruction and Final Walkthrough
We work closely with you and your insurance company to plan and execute the necessary repairs and reconstruction, often managing the entire project from start to finish. Our skilled craftspeople begin rebuilding the damaged areas, which can include structural framing, drywall, electrical work, plumbing, flooring installation, painting, and interior finishes, ensuring all work meets current building codes. Once the reconstruction is complete, your cleaned and restored contents are safely delivered back and placed within the property. Finally, a final walkthrough is conducted with you to ensure all work meets your complete satisfaction and the property is fully restored and ready for occupancy.