What Needs to Be Done After a Fire?

Fire and Smoke Damage Remediation in Petaluma, CA​

Here at RestoreX in Petaluma, CA, we know that fire and smoke damage to your home or business can be unsettling, expensive, and dangerous. We offer 24/7 emergency services so that you never have to deal with a situation like this alone. Once you are safe and ready to begin the restoration process, we are here for you with professionals that know exactly how to handle the situation. These projects can be complicated and require a trained eye to be sure all areas are properly treated. 

 

Planning and Safety

First, we will work with you to formulate a restoration plan. We will assess the damage to the property and make sure that the area is safe and secure, including steps such that may include installing temporary fencing, boarding up windows and covering the roof, reinforcing structural areas that may have been damaged, and more.

 

Handling Water Damage

Typically, when there was a fire, the property has also been exposed to water as a result of putting out the fire, whether that be from sprinklers or firefighters. It’s key that RestoreX is present as soon as possible after the fire has been put out to get rid of any remaining water. This water can cause additional damage to the structure and cause the growth of mold in as little as 24 hours, which can also continue to cause major damage and health risks to your home or business. Fortunately, here at RestoreX in Petaluma, CA, we also have mold remediation experts so we can be your one stop shop to return your home or business back to normal after an event like fire damage.

 

Removing Wreckage

Once we have completed the water removal process and the home or business is safe to enter and navigate, it may be necessary to remove pieces of the property that are damaged beyond reasonable repair, as well as furniture and other items that have been permanently damaged. We will make our best efforts to restore any structural elements that are salvageable and only use demolition when completely necessary.

 

Smoke Damage and Soot

After a fire, while some objects and portions of the property may not be ruined, they are likely covered in soot at the very least, including floors and walls. The fire may have only taken place in one area of the property, but other areas may have been affected by these residual effects. After doing a smoke damage assessment, we will be able to thoroughly clean any surfaces that were affected and perform additional restorative tasks such as repainting, so the area is fully restored and not just covered up. 

 

Repairs

After the preliminary tasks are completed, we can begin to do the heavy lifting and repair any parts of the property that may have been structurally damaged. This is where it is key to have a fire damage restoration expert in Petaluma, CA like RestoreX to make sure your property is properly restored and safe to return to.

 

Time To Contact RestoreX

As soon as you have made sure you are safely out of any affected areas and the fire has been successfully put out, get RestoreX on your team so you have the experts you need helping you through this tough process. Contact our 24/7 emergency team in Petaluma, CA and surrounding areas right away!