Some of the most common causes of fires in the home are created from grease or come from the electrical system. No matter the cause of the fire, it is still a mess to deal with. There are several different types of damages that have to be dealt with when restoring the home.
One type of Fire Damage Restoration in Bowie comes from smoke. Smoke leaves a greasy oil residue that is often found in rooms not directly affected by the fire. The problem with smoke damage is that it is not easily covered. The smell of smoke can remain long after the other remnants of a fire have been dealt with. Special cleaners and paint are needed to effectively neutralize the smoke smell on walls.
The charring aspect of the fire is another type of damage to deal with. While it is typically confined to the area where the fire was, each item will have to be evaluated for salvage possibilities. Items that directly fed the fire are usually too burnt to be salvaged and have to be replaced. However, some items may have survived the intense heat with only minimal damage. These items can sometimes be repaired or restored to their original form. It depends on how long they were exposed to the fire.
Water damage is also associated with part of the cleanup. Water is the common agent used in cooling and dousing many types of home fires. Water itself can be almost as destructive as the fire. Part of Fire Damage Restoration in Bowie is dealing with water cleanup. Wet items such as carpets will have to be dried as quickly as possible. They will also have to be treated to prevent problems associated with excessive water intrusion. In fact, water cleanup is often tackled first because of its damaging effects tend to accumulate the longer it is present.
A common household fire can create a lot of damage that has to be dealt with. Smoke, the charred items and the cooling agent used are all components that have to be addressed in the aftermath. For cleanup after a fire, contact ServiceMaster by America’s Restoration Services.
