Fire Damage Restoration Methods

Fire is the rapid oxidation of a material in the exothermic chemical process of combustion releasing heat, light and various reaction products. House fire is the worst as it damages not only your belongings but also risk lives. Even after the fire has been controlled and dealt, there are many other problems which need to be dealt including smoke, soot and cleaning water and chemicals used by firefighters. Burnt and blackened walls and ceiling gives a clear idea of damage caused to the overall house which needs restoration.

There are a lot of agencies available that offer you best services in restoring your house after fire. It is important to hire a Fire damage restoration professional that is associated with the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. Meanwhile they arrive, ensure to do certain things on your own.

• Open up all the doors and windows. Clean air will help in pushing the smoke out from the house.
• Take kids and pets out of the house. Smoke contains certain carcinogenic gases that can create serious health hazards.
• Make a list of all items that needs to be restored and replaced.

Every fire damage different, and requires a unique solution, but the general process remains same. It is important to follow proper steps to achieve a complete fire restoration.

1. Fire Damage assessment- Carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage.
2. Tarp Placing- To protect against further damage, professionals board up missing windows and walls and place tarps on damaged roofs.
3. Water Removal and Drying, if present- The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water by using air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process.
4. Smoke and Soot Removal- Use specialized equipment’ and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. Residue and smoky odors need to be removed immediately with an odor counteract ant and deodorizing fog. Seal salvageable items to encapsulate odor to prevent further recontamination.
5. Cleaning and Sanitizing- Restorable items and structures damaged by the fire needs to be cleaned. There are a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings. Clean up as much as possible. Always use dust masks during cleaning and open the area for proper ventilation. Clean the ceilings, floors and vacuum all floors. Wash items that are launderable. If the area is not immediately cleaned, soot residue and permanent damage can be left behind.

6. Restoration- Restoration is the final step of getting your home to its pre-fire condition. Fire damage restoration involves minor repairs, including replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; and major repairs such as reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home.