Steps to Take After a Home Fire

7/2/2020 (Permalink)

Home Fire

When a house fire hits your home, severe damage can take place at a rapid rate. With so much sudden and shocking devastation, homeowners often feel at a loss for where to begin in the process of fire restoration. After the fire is put out and the smoke has cleared, the following three steps should be taken to ensure quick and safe restoration takes place.
1. Call Your Insurance Provider
Once a house fire is contained and homeowners are free to go back to the property, the first thing that should happen is a call to the fire insurance company. Homeowners should immediately report the incident to their insurer to make sure proper action can take place in a timely manner. The insurance company will likely send an adjuster to the property to take photographs and document the damage that has occurred.
2. Steer Clear of Damage
A fire ravaged home can play host to many dangerous situations. Most homes suffer far more than just fire damage. After firefighters put out a fire, it is not uncommon for your home to have one or more of the following impairments:
? Ashes and debris
? Smokey air
? Water damage
? Unstable walls and floorboards

As tempting as it may be to scavenge your property for salvageable goods, it is best to wait for damaged property to be cleared. A home fire restoration service can clean and filter out dangerous fire remains before you set foot back in the home.
3. Hire a Service to Board-Up the Property
If your insurance company needs time to gather resources before starting the restoration process, you may wish to protect your vacant home. SERVPRO of Northwest Ontario fire damage restoration team can board up windows and tarp roof damage right away to prevent further harm from occurring. Boarding services keep your home safe from outside elements and theft until debris and smoke cleaning can be completed.