Fire Damage Restoration Services

Professional Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration

Going through fire and smoke damage can be an incredibly traumatic and overwhelming experience. It often feels overwhelming trying to come up with a plan of action to make things whole again, at ServiceMaster Lakeshore we understand this, which is why we have 24/7 experts ready to provide fire damage restoration to take care of the smoke and fire damage within your home.

If your home has suffered fire damage, don’t hesitate to contact our professional fire damage restoration experts as soon as possible; they will assess the situation and provide reliable and effective help when it comes to restoring your home to its former glory.

If you've experienced fire damage, dial (616) 303-3061 or contact our experts online for ferrysburg fire damage restoration!

Fire Damage Cleaning and restoration Process

The fire and smoke damage restoration process for house fires is a complex one that requires professional expertise to ensure the safety of your home. It begins with an assessment of the extent of the damage, followed by thorough cleaning and removal of all affected materials. This includes removing soot from walls, ceilings, furniture, carpets and any other objects in contact with smoke or heat. A

fter this step is complete repairs can begin such as replacing drywall or insulation if needed before repainting surfaces to restore them back to their original condition. Finally, air quality tests are conducted to make sure that there are no lingering toxins in your home caused by either fire or smoke damage which could cause health issues down the line.

ServiceMaster has a 5 step process for cleaning after a fire and smoke damage:

• Emergency pre-cleaning

• Content cleaning

• Content pack out

• Wall and Ceiling Cleaning

• Deodorization

Fire & Smoke Damage Tips

What to do:

• If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.

• Clean Formica, chrome, porcelain and aluminum fixtures to prevent permanent tarnishing or etching.

• Discard any open food packages.

• Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.

• Tape damp cheesecloth over returns and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.

What NOT to do:

• Do not touch anything! Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls and woodwork, causing additional damage.

• Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue

Is Anything Salvageable After A Fire?

After a fire, it can seem like all hope is lost. Fire takes its toll on anything in its path, leaving behind piles of ash and charred remains. But even though it may not seem like it at first, there could be salvageable items left when the dust settles.

With the right efforts and help, furniture, photographs, glass, metal and other objects can be recovered. However, a fire damage professional should be consulted in order to determine what items on their property can still be used. If an item is not treated for fire and smoke damage, soot and other chemicals can be left on the item bringing lingering odors and even worse severe health risks.

It may take some time, but with expert fire restoration assistance you can definitely save something from a fire, just make sure to consult with an expert first.

For more information on fire restoration, contact our experts online!

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