Prior to salvaging your home and content, you must confirm that the structure is determined safe and the fire is completely extinguished and cooled down. The reason for this is that many solvents and cleaning items are very flammable. If at all possible, try to work outdoors, or in a well-ventilated room with the windows open.

Additional Water Damage

If there is additional water damage as a result of extinguishing the fire, it is important to address that problem immediately. The structure and content should be professionally dried out to prevent potential mold growth, which will usually begin to grow within about 24-48 hours.

Making an Assessment

If flooring materials are burnt or scorched, you will most likely need to … Read More…