How to Handle Fire Damage at Your New West End Business

11/9/2022 (Permalink)

You're a new business owner pleased with the startup of your new West End business. It takes passion, determination, and courage to take that leap of faith. Everything seemed to go as planned until a fire appeared unexpectedly, destroying anything in its wake. You're overwhelmed and unsure of where to start first, let alone how you can bring your new business back to its preloss glory. We're here to tell you that the best place to start would be knowing who to call- and the best restoration company for that is SERVPRO of Belle Meade and West Nashville! Our IICRC-certified technicians are trained to handle the worst of fire damage and have the advanced technology to mitigate it, too. 

You've Made The First Call… Now, What Should You Do While Waiting For The Experts?

Before you do anything in your West End property, you should ask yourself if it's safe enough to go back inside. If it's not, stay outside until SERVPRO arrives. If you can afford to go back inside, we recommend you follow these tips while you wait for us:

• Change the HVAC filter! The smoke and soot that could lie dormant in the filter can seriously affect air quality post-fire, so it's best to switch out the HVAC filter as soon as possible. 
• If plants are part of your office decor, make sure you wash them on both sides to remove soot. 
• Place clean towels or old linens in high-traffic areas in your business. 
• Limit movement inside as soot particles can be imprinted into carpets and upholstery. 

Damage Control: What Types Of Commercial Restoration Services Do We Provide On Scene? 

• We offer temporary protective measures like placing roof tarps and boarding up to secure the building to remove water after firefighting efforts. 
• Our fire restoration technicians are trained in fire/smoke restoration, odor control, upholstery/fabric cleaning, and water damage. We are big believers in continuous education because we know that processes are subject to change, so we are conscious about staying on top of industry trends. 
• Our contents restoration services post-fire are bar none because we believe in the "restore vs. replace mentality" when bringing your belongings back to life. If we know that an item is too far gone, we'll be transparent with you, but most of the time, restoration is the better alternative to replacement. 

You can't ignore the psychological impact of experiencing fire damage. You may be questioning, "Why me?" "Why my business?" and having those questions are natural. While we can't answer those questions, we can undoubtedly provide the emotional support and know-how to restore your commercial property. We even help you manage the insurance paperwork during the claims process, so you can trust that you have a friend in your Nashville neighbors. Our goal is to make the disaster restoration process easier because you're already going through a tough time. If you need us, contact us at (615) 242-9391. We specialize in commercial restoration and have over five decades of restoration experience!

This franchise is independently owned and operated.