Once the flames are out and you know everyone is safe, the work on restoring your home begins. Fires are intensely destructive, from the flames themselves to the effects of the smoke and water. Repair your building as safely and efficiently as possible by taking the appropriate fire damage restoration steps.

A Guide to Fire Damage Restoration

1. Air It Out

Open all the windows and doors to the building to clear out the smoke as much as possible. You also want to remove any leftover moisture from the fire hoses or sprinkler system. Set up fans at floor level to dry everything out before mold or mildew has a chance to grow. 

2. Call the Professionals

Though you may be eager to clean your home or go through your belongings, let the professionals in first. The building may be dangerous due to the damage, even if it’s not obvious. For example, damage to the electrical system may mean you can’t plug anything in until after repairs.

Breathing soot and smoke can be dangerous without the appropriate protective equipment. Call a fire damage repair company to do the initial inspection and wait until they advise you about the safety of being inside the structure.

3. Replace Flooring

Always tear up your flooring, even if it isn’t visibly damaged by the fire or water. Carpets and other floors soak up a lot of moisture, which gets trapped in the sublayer. If left there, this will cause mold growth or warp your wooden floors. Dry out and clean the underlayer, then either replace the flooring material or reinstall your old material.

Restoration 1 of Raleigh North is the trusted team of disaster recovery specialists in Raleigh, NC. They offer quick and thorough fire damage restoration services within a 20-mile radius of the city. Their certified technicians are available around the clock for immediate service, and they back their work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Learn more online and call (919) 492-5735 to request a free estimate.