Fire & Smoke damage Restoration
rebuild your property
after a fire
Damage to property and contents doesn’t end when the fire is extinguished. Chemicals contained in the soot residue will continue to degrade materials and finishes, and water used in the fire suppression will continue to permeate porous materials. As a result, mold can begin to form within 24-48 hours. Connecting with us immediately will help our teams respond to your situation with mitigation and remediation services that stabilize and secure your property. After the controlled removal of damaged contents and building materials, we will begin the process of reconstruction and return your property to its pre-loss condition.
Steps to Take After A Fire
First Onsite Fire and Smoke Damage Recovery Process
Our qualified professionals have decades of experience restoring properties that have been impacted by fire and soot damage. Here are some of the actions you can expect from our teams when we arrive at your site.
As soon as the property is safe to enter, we’ll be able to assess any damage, including fire, soot, and water damage. This will allow us to build a roadmap that determines the size and scale of a project, providing a scope of work and an estimated timeline for completion.
If the fire is extensive, we will secure all entrances to the property, board up windows, and cover any major gaps in the structure.
Hundreds to thousands of gallons of water are used to put out the fire. For any standing water, we’ll extract it and begin the drying process.
Depending on the situation, we may demolish any major structural damage and remove the debris.
Clean every surface affected to remove any remaining soot, toxins, oils, and odor-causing residues.
Depending on the extent of the damage, the property will be repaired and rebuilt back to its pre-fire condition.
The Benefit of Hiring First Onsite For Fire and Smoke Restoration
Recovering from fire and soot damage is a complicated process; it will require a team that can work with you every step of the way. We start when your site is cleared by the authorities and continue to work with you through cleanup, remediation, and reconstruction.
Our local teams benefit from the support of our national network, allowing us to deploy the necessary equipment and personnel tailored to your specific situation, regardless of your location. Our goal is to restore your property to its original state while adhering to industry standards, codes, and guidelines, all while implementing the best, data-supported practices.
Our call center is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and you can ask for our fire and smoke recovery services at any time.
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REDUCE YOUR DOWNTIME WITH A PRE-LOSS PLAN
Creating a disaster response plan allows us to respond even more quickly and effectively. By meeting with you before any damage occurs, our teams can familiarize themselves with your property, identify important points of concern, and develop a customized plan tailored to your facility’s unique requirements. This preplanning helps us to equip you with the necessary resources to react rapidly when the need arises.
Let us help you prepare for the unexpected
When disaster strikes, knowing what to expect can make a world of difference. Discover what our specialists have to say about preparing for disaster, expediting recovery, and everything in between. We’re here to help, always.
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