Fire Restoration

However, while every fire scenario is unique and requires a customized battle plan, some steps in our restoration process are more or less the same from fire to fire. First and foremost, you must assess the extent of the damage, isolate potentially dangerous areas, remove standing water, and thoroughly dry the area. Additionally, you must remove soot and smoke residue before sanitizing and cleaning.

What happens when there is a fire?

Initially, it may appear as though fire is destroying a home without regard for its surroundings, but this is not the case. Heating by conduction is a technique that allows the fire to generate heat from materials like metal. Fire has the ability to radiate, moving among electromagnetic waves that are present in the surrounding environment. Convection fires rise in the air, but in a small space, the fire will spread and burn even more quickly.

Who is responsible for cleaning up after a fire?

A fire restoration company can assist you with fire damage cleanup, as well as the remediation of smoke, soot, and water damage, as well as the security of your home or business. Once a restoration company has been hired, an emergency response team will be dispatched to your property to assess any water or fire damage.

What is the best way to clean up ash after a fire?

Ash from wildfires is generally non-toxic, whereas ash from structure fires may contain toxic chemicals that are harmful to humans (lead, arsenic, and asbestos). All ash, on the other hand, can irritate the skin and cause coughing, as well as trigger asthmatic attacks.

Is it possible to rebuild a brick house after it has been destroyed by fire?

In many cases, fire-damaged bricks can be repaired with a little effort. If the bricks are deemed too damaged to be repaired, you can have them replaced either individually or in large swaths, depending on the situation.

Should you replace the bricks at some point?

Generally, if the bricks have cracked and the pieces are separating from one another, it is more cost effective to replace the bricks rather than to repair them. If the soot just won't budge, you may want to consider having your exterior bricks repaired or replaced. Also keep an eye out for any discoloration in the bricks, as this will have an impact on the overall appearance of the exterior of your home's construction.