What Type of Fire Damage Restoration is Needed Post-Dryer Fire in Frederick?

10/5/2021 (Permalink)

Fires leave smoke and soot damage throughout the area where they occurred. Contact SERVPRO 24/7 to remediate the fire damage in your home.

SERVPRO Technicians are Experts in Handling Fire and Smoke Damage Cleanup in Frederick Properties

Fire and smoke damage in a Frederick property can look daunting, and it may look like nothing has the potential for reuse. However, SERVPRO techs view job sites differently.

With their trained eyes, SERVPRO techs deliver fire damage restoration to Frederick properties from the angle of saving the homeowners from replacing as much as possible. The techs do this through their deep cleaning methods and the use of some specialized equipment.

Smoke Damage

When a fire burns both at lower and higher temperatures, different types of residues get created. The soot settles on surfaces, and most countertops and furnishings will have a coating of black post-fire. The soot can get divided into two basic types, and each kind needs to be handled differently as far as the removal process such as:

• Wet smoke can be damaging to surfaces and often requires a solvent-based cleaner to break the adherence 
• Using liquid cleaners on powdery dry smoke should be avoided 
• It may take several passes using the chosen method to remove smoke residues

Fire Damaged Building Materials

SERVPRO IICRC-certified technicians look to determine if structural elements have charring. This level of fire damage cannot get turned around through cleaning. The charred portion of a wall or ceiling should be removed. If parts of the property have fire damage, such as a roof, SERVPRO technicians can set up a temporary tarp or other repairs until the mitigation actions are complete.

Fire Damaged Home Contents

The techs inspect each article in the home and determine if it has cleaning potential for reuse. No items are tossed without the express approval of the homeowner or insurance agent. SERVPRO techs communicate one-on-one to ensure that the homeowner understands what is happening with each step of the restoration service. 

SERVPRO of Frederick County at (301) 662-1747 stands ready to assist Frederick property owners with all types and sizes of fire damage restoration needed.