Fire Damage Restoration to Homeowners in Akron, Ohio

6/2/2022 (Permalink)

If you experience a fire damage, call the professional team at SERVPRO of West Akron at 330-867-5723.

A fire disaster is one of the traumatic events that can happen a homeowner. The experience can leave you helpless and are often at a loss on what to do next. Here are some important tips on how to begin the fire damage restoration process on your home.

The most important thing is to remain calm. Wait until the fire department gives the all clear before you enter your home. Call your insurance company and a certified restoration company to begin the remediation and rebuild process.

Fire causes enormous amount of smoke and soot. A restoration company can fully determine the extent of the damage and work with your insurance adjuster to finalize the scope of work and cost.

Using fire extinguishers and water to put out a fire on your property can also cause damage to your home. The water used to extinguish the fire should be mitigated from the property as soon as possible. If the water isn’t cleaned up with 24-48 hours, the growth of bacteria and mold will begin. This will only further damage your property and make it unsuitable for a living. Calling a professional restoration company that has the proper equipment and trained is highly recommended.

It is important to evaluate the property structure to determine whether it’s safe to habitat the home. Careful examination of its contents to establish if they are salvageable or beyond repair. A restoration company will document all items and work with your insurance adjuster.

If your home is damaged by a fire, please call the professionals at SERVPRO of West Akron at 330-867-5723. Our crews are professionally trained to cleanup and restore your home or business.