Fire Restoration Process
Home or business fires can be as simple as a burn mark on the counter to a devastating life event. Finding the right company to restore your home or business is crucial to cost, effectiveness, and peace of mind. When searching fpor a restoration company, look for the IICRC seal (pictured below). This certification is awarded to companies who meet international standards in regards to cleaning and restoration services. This certification requires regular renewal and classes to ensure companies and their technicians continually meet the proper standards and have the latest information and tools to provide the best service possible.
Fire restoration requires quick response. The first step is to clean the effected and existing areas. Residue and soot left behind can cause permanent staining and other damages such as rust due to the acid residue. If you decide to do the initial cleaning before crews arrive, it is recommended to start from the ceilings, moving your way down to the floors. ServiceMaster by Bailey uses what are called chemical dry-cleaning sponges to remove soot and ash from hard surface areas where water cannot be used. It is important to wear dust masks when cleaning to prevent the inhalation of smaller, air-born particles. Vacuum carpets and upholstery and have any textiles such as clothing, bedding, window treatments, towels, etc. laundered.
Our content and fire restoration specialists will treat the areas to remove odors and salvageable contents. At ServiceMaster by Bailey, we pack-out and label your contents to bring them back to our facility and have them professionally cleaned. Belongings that cannot be salvaged are itimezed and a list is provided so that you may include them as part of your loss. A negative air chamber is created or an odor-eliminating fog is used to remove the smoky smell from a structure after the initial cleaning. A negative air chamber removes the contaminated air from an area by filtering it through three chambers. The clean air is then pushed outside of the area as purified, breathable air.
In our last blog, we discussed that this time of year typically exhibits an increase is home fires. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to help with any damages you may incur. Practice the safety tips in our last post to minimize the risk of a fire in your business or home. Fire restoration, depending on the damages, can last up to several months or even years, if the damages are even repairable. If the unfortunate event of a fire, call a certified company and rest assured that your home and family are in good hands. The photo on the right was taken last winter by a member of our staff. This particular fire resulted from an electrical malfunction. Although the owner was home at the time of the fire, no one was hurt. The mitigation took around six to eight months to complete and costed over $25,000. Please be safe this holiday season and above all else, take the time to ensure the safety of you and your family. Call us with questions or with and fire mitigation services you may need at 770.720.9533.
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