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7 Steps to Fire Damage Restoration for Ascension Parish
6/3/2017 (Permalink)
This fire damage was caused from unattended cooking, "pot on the stove."
SERVPRO of Ascension has just how devastating a fire can be. Fire and water damage can leave your home or business unsafe and unlivable. Our team of professionals are trained to clean and restore your home with as little disruption as possible.
Here's a basic overview of the 7 Step Fire Damage Restoration Process.
Step1: Emergency ContactThe restoration process begins when you call SERVPRO of Ascension at 225-663-8877.
Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment
Our SERVPRO of Ascension team of professionals will carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms of your property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a plan of action.
Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof Tarp Service (if needed)
Fire damage can often compromise windows, walls, and roofs. To maintain security and to protect against further damage, our professionals can assist you in boarding up missing windows & walls as well as providing resources needed to tarp damaged roofs.
Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)
The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. They will then use dehumidifiers and air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process.
Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces
Our professionals will use specialized equipment and damage specific cleaning techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces.
Step 6: Cleaning and Repair
They will clean all items that can be restored and structures that were damaged by the fire. They use a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. They’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.
Step 7: Restoration
Restoration is the final step—getting your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business.