Fire Damage Can Be Much More Than What You See

9/12/2024 (Permalink)

When a fire occurs in your home or business, the damage it creates can be overwhelming both physically and emotionally. Initially, it may look like you just need to clean off the soot and replace burned drywall and flooring. Yet fire damage tends to be much more invasive than you realize. It is critical, to have a licensed and trained team on hand to help you with the project.

Handling the Damage Expertly

The first step is always to handle the fire damage properly. That means removing all of the damage from the space. From there, it is necessary to remove any wet and damaged material resulting from putting the fire out. You may also have to remove debris further – such as pulling out more of the drywall to ensure the underlying plumbing and electrical work is in good condition. If not, more repairs are going to be necessary.

Beware of Smoke Damage

Another key concern is the home’s smoke damage. Smoke can travel well beyond the area of the fire, often throughout the whole home. It can enter into your home’s ventilation, easily spreading throughout the entire space. This requires proper cleaning by a licensed and trained technician because if you do not take care of this, the odor of smoke will persist.

Trust the Experts

Our team at SERVPRO of Spokane County will create a treatment plan to address each area properly. We will then work closely with you to ensure that your space is properly cleaned and, once the cleaning and sanitizing is done, we will handle all of the restoration work for you. Our technicians are highly trained and experienced in all areas of remediation and restoration from fire damage. Give us a call 24/7 at 509-487-4700.