Choosing the Right Fire Restoration Company Should Be Part of Your Home Fire Plan

11/5/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Kingston/New Paltz is the first choice in fire damage restoration!

Homeowners should be especially careful during the winter months when it comes to fire prevention and having a solid emergency plan for the family. The highest number of home fires are in the winter, with December being the peak. Between holiday decorations, electrical issues, candles burning and space heaters running, the chances climb in the winter for sure.

Planning for a fire in advance is one of the best ways to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. A fire escape plan and emergency precautions are helpful in the moment, but knowing what to do afterwards is extremely valuable. That is where picking the right restoration company ahead of time comes into play.

What is Their Process of Fire Restoration?

When you pick your damage restoration company in advance, you want to be reassured that you can call them at any point and have them respond quickly. Not only does SERVPRO of Kingston/New Paltz guarantee that, but we also guarantee that we will send highly trained and highly experienced professionals to the scene who are well-versed in a variety of cleanup scenarios.

Although every fire damage is different, here are just a few of the ways we can help:

Step 1: Emergency Contact

The restoration process begins when you call us. Our representative will ask questions regarding the fire damage event that will help us respond immediately with the appropriate equipment and resources. 

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms of your property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a plan of action. 

Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service

Fire damage can often compromise windows, walls, and roofs. To maintain security and to protect against further damage, if needed, we can board up missing windows and walls and place tarps on damaged roofs. 

Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We then use dehumidifiers and air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

We clean, sanitize, and disinfect all of the restorable items and structures that were damaged by the fire utilizing a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

Restoration is the final step—getting your home back to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business.

If you’ve been affected by a fire, call us right away! We are here ²⁴⁄₇ to help you recover.