About Fire and Flood Restoration

Fire and flooding can do a lot of damage to the inside of a home, and therefore, understanding the restorative process is essential for you as a homeowner. Choosing the right company, knowing the questions you need to ask, and making sure they are bonded, licensed, and have a good reputation before they begin the work is essential.

Fire Restoration – More than Just What the Eye can See

The damage that you can see to the inside of your home after a fire is not the only damage there may be to your home. Fire and smoke damage can get behind the walls, which means you need a knowledgeable contractor that has the correct experience and know-how to restore your home. The smoke smell in your home following a fire will remain until you bring in a crew that can remove the smell. 

Depending on the damage the fire left behind, the fire restoration company will have to remove air-conditioning filters and replace these since the smoke will have seeped in. They will air out the home by opening the windows and using powerful fans to move any residual smoke. Carpets often have to be replaced, as it is difficult to get the smell out. Walls have to be inspected to see if any fire damage seeped through the drywall. Walls and ceilings are completely repainted and all kitchen appliances are cleaned thoroughly.

Flooding Restoration – Vital to Keep Mold out of Your Home

If your home floods, it not only leaves a mess behind, but your home becomes susceptible to mold, which can cause a myriad of health problems if not cleaned properly. The restorative team will go through and estimate the damage before they begin. They will remove any excess water and use fans and dehumidifiers to get the excess moisture out of the home.

Many times carpets are not salvageable especially if the water soaked all the way through. After cleaning everything and when everything is dry, restoration may include painting, replacing carpets, and using special chemicals in areas that were wet to prevent mold from forming.