Fire Damage - Getting Your Home Back To Normal

Aug 24
08:08

2011

Ace Abbey

Ace Abbey

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Fire damage is one of the most heartbreaking things to deal with for any homeowner or family. That said, there comes a time when you have to put your grief aside and get to work doing the difficult things to return your home to normal.

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Fire damage is one of the most heartbreaking things to deal with for any homeowner or family. No amount of restoration or cleanup is going to bring back valuables that were lost in the flames. That said,Fire Damage - Getting Your Home Back To Normal Articles there comes a time when you have to put your grief aside and get to work doing the difficult things to return your home to normal. Under the best of circumstances, you should hire a professional restoration company to come in and do this part of the job. They know every trick in the book and have every tool at their disposal to restore your home. Of course, for some, this is a financial impossibility. If you’re forced to do it on your own, here are some tips that can help.

First of all, make sure you contact your local fire department and get clearance to re-enter your home. Fire damage can weaken the structural integrity of your house and you need to make sure you aren’t walking into danger. Following this, you’ll need to get in touch with your insurance agent, if you have homeowner’s insurance. Not only will you need to file a claim, but they may be able to point you in the right direction when it comes to getting immediate assistance (a hotel, water and food, etc.) They may also be able to recommend some fire restoration specialists in your area. Before you decide it is too expensive to hire one of these companies, at least call around and get some price quotes.

Following a major fire, damage is often caused by the water the firefighters used to put out the blaze. The destruction caused by the flames is already done. The damage caused by the water could be getting worse by the minute. Remove anything that has been waterlogged beyond salvation. For books, clothing, and other items you might be able to save, follow the procedures needed to return them to a dry state. If you need assistance, there should be companies in your area that can help with the process. Rent some industrial strength vacuums to rid the floors of your home from excess water.

Tilex and Pledge aren’t going to be strong enough to clean the smoke and fire damage off your walls, floors, ceilings, and carpeting. The carpeting may need to be removed and replaced altogether. For other surfaces, get some commercial grade cleaners and get to work. Make sure your home is properly ventilated and that you are wearing protective equipment before you begin. If you have any doubts about how to safely proceed, stop what you’re doing and use whatever financial means you have to hire a professional restoration company.