Residential Fire Damage Restoration

Fire Damage Restoration Process

The fire damage restoration process is a complex endeavor with many steps. It is essential that the process is done accurately or else your home could experience further damages. Luckily our experts are specialized in this process to help you get your home back to normal in no time!

The fire damage restoration process incudes:

• Examination of the fire and smoke damage, as well as any water damage caused by extinguishing the fire.
• Removal of smoke and soot from all affected surfaces including walls, ceilings, carpets, upholstery, furniture, clothing and other items.
• Cleaning and sanitizing all affected surfaces and items as well as deodorizing them.
• Repair and restoration of any damaged surfaces or items.
• Replacement of any permanently damaged items, such as drywall, carpeting, furniture, etc.
• Finally, our team will work with your insurance company to ensure that all covered costs are included in the quote

Fire damage restoration can seem like a daunting and long road to recovery, but with our team by your side, rest assured your home will be restored to its pre-fire condition in no time!

Your recovery starts here! Call us at (732) 863-2342 or contact us online to book your fire damage restoration service today!

Understanding Fire And Smoke Damage

During a fire, smoke is driven by heat created by flames. No matter where the fire originates, smoke may penetrate throughout a building structure. Smoke also combines with humidity and can form corrosive residues that may cause secondary damage.

Long after the fire is put out, the damage can continue, as remaining free-floating smoke settles on horizontal surfaces and contents.

Common types of smoke damage include:

• Wet Smoke Damage: Wet smoke damage occurs during slow, low-heat fires, such as smoldering electrical fires or improperly extinguished candles. This type of smoke leaves behind sticky and smeary residues. The accompanying odor is often pungent and persistent. The sticky nature of wet smoke residues can make them challenging to clean, and thorough deodorization is required to eliminate the smell.
• Dry Smoke Damage: Dry smoke damage results from fast-burning fires with ample oxygen, often fueled by materials like wood or paper. Residues left by dry smoke are fine, powdery, and less adhesive than wet smoke residues. While the odor is milder, it still demands comprehensive deodorization efforts to remove the distinct smell.
• Protein Smoke Damage: Protein smoke damage is commonly associated with cooking fires or incidents involving protein-based materials. Residues from protein smoke are nearly invisible but highly adhesive. These residues can cause surface discoloration, and the accompanying odor is strong and distinct. Specialized deodorization techniques are essential to eliminate the lingering smell effectively.
• Oil-Based Smoke Damage: Oil-based smoke damage typically results from fires involving oil or petroleum-based materials. The residues left behind are thick, sticky, and stubbornly adhere to surfaces. The resulting odor is often persistent and may require extensive deodorization efforts. Kitchen fires and incidents involving flammable substances are common sources of oil-based smoke damage.
• Residual Smoke Damage: Residual smoke damage occurs when multiple types of smoke damage coexist in the aftermath of a fire or smoke-related incident. This happens when a fire involves various materials, causing different types of smoke to be generated simultaneously. Residual smoke damage results in residues and odors that combine the different types of smoke present, making the restoration process more complex. It may require a thorough assessment of the residues and odors present, followed by applying appropriate cleaning and deodorization methods tailored to each type of smoke damage.

Understanding the type of smoke damage is crucial for selecting the appropriate cleaning methods and products and assessing the extent of restoration required. In many cases, addressing smoke damage may involve a combination of cleaning, deodorization, and, in severe cases, material replacement to fully restore the affected areas.

Quick response and action are critical. The more time that elapses before treatment the greater the damage.

Why Choose ServiceMaster of The Shore Area?

ServiceMaster of The Shore Area is a highly reputable, licensed, insured, and endorsed provider of fire and smoke restoration services.

In addition to our years of experience, our uniformed fire and smoke damage restoration techs have completed advanced training in fire mitigation, restoration systems, and corrosion control.

We also require continuing education to learn about new techniques and equipment to better serve you in your time need.

It is our goal to restore your property as quickly and efficiently as possible. Depending on the source, nature, and size of the fire, the cleaning and restoration may require several phases before completion.

While each fire or smoke loss is unique, the information in this recovery guide is general. However, we hope it will help answer your questions and aid you in understanding the processes and procedures for restoring your property.

We understand that as the property owner, you deserve clear and thorough communication, and we will give our full cooperation to both you and your insurance claims representative.

Restore Versus Replace Decisions

We work to restore all property to a pre-loss condition when possible. Some items cannot be restored. Others could cost more to restore than their actual value. We will advise you and your insurance claim representative, and explain the limits of what we, as professional restorers, can do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I Call a Professional Fire Damage Restoration Company?

Yes, you should call professionals to help you recover and rebuild after a fire.

Although it may be tempting, we suggest that you do not attempt any “do-it-yourself” cleaning methods without consulting your ServiceMaster of The Shore Area technician. This could actually make the damage worse. Touching surfaces covered in soot can permanently set the soot.

Please consider there are complex chemical reactions and hidden damage that are best restored with specific products, equipment, and expert methods. Returning your property back to pre-loss condition and helping families and individuals like you is what we do.

Need emergency fire restoration? We're available 24/7, 365 days a year. Request your service by dialing (732) 863-2342 today.