Steps You Should Take After Fire Damage in Green Hills

8/18/2021 (Permalink)

Few things are scarier than the destruction that a fire leaves in its wake. It’s overwhelming to think about where to start with the restoration process. You may have some burning questions on the causes of fire damage, how to prevent a fire from reoccurring, or how to effectively recover from fire damage. 

To Do Or Not To Do?

• DO limit movement in the area to prevent soot particles from getting onto any carpets and upholstery.
• DO keep your hands clean to prevent further contamination on walls, upholstery, furniture, etc.
• DO change HVAC filters and tape extra layers of cheesecloth over the air registers.
• DO empty the freezer and keep the refrigerator door open if the electricity is off.
• DON’T wash any walls or surfaces without contacting us.
• DON’T try to shampoo rugs and carpets without us assessing the area first.
• DON’T use any food or beverage that has been too close to the fire. 
• DON’T try to clean any electrical appliances that have been to close to the fire, smoke, heat, or water without reaching out to an authorized repair service. 

What Does The Fire Restoration Process Look Like For Your Green Hills Home/Business?

• The process begins when you call us. When you make this call, a company representative will ask questions about the extent of the fire damage to give us context on how best to help you, since we know that each fire is different. This will help us to respond quickly with the best resources and equipment. 
• The next step is inspection of your Green Hills home/business and a fire damage assessment so that we can put together a game plan after detecting the size and scope of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. 
• Since fire damage affects roofs, windows, and walls the most, immediate board-up and roof tarp services are crucial to maintain security and put preventative measures in place. 
• If water damage is evident, water removal and drying begin immediately after removing soot and smoke from all surfaces. 
• We clean and sanitize before restoration, which is the final step on the arduous journey to fire damage repair. 

After the physical, emotional, and mental turmoil that a fire can cause for your Green Hills home or business, SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville is committed to helping you find some normalcy after such a devastating event. Contact us today at (615) 242-9391. This franchise is independently owned and operated.