Inspecting a Marysville Structure During Fire Restoration

6/24/2022 (Permalink)

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Fire Restoration Starts by Protecting a Structure

Fires are one of the more common service callouts our professionals receive, making it vital for our team to stay trained with potential hazards, structural threats, and fire loss effects like:

• Odors
• Soot damage
• Smoke solids
• Airborne particles
• Bulk material and debris

Combustion Weakens Structures

Starting fire restoration for Marysville homes begins with evaluating structural damage for the threat of collapse or deterioration. Burning can significantly weaken or destroy wall systems, flooring, and ceilings.

Corrosivity of Soot Damage

Soot particles can sometimes be acidic when specific materials are burned to create them. When these acidic solids come to rest on surfaces, their corrosive nature can ruin the underlying material. Cleaning surfaces can be prudent, but when the damage is done, the structure must be removed, refinished, or replaced. Cleaning surfaces can be prudent, but the structure must be removed, refinished, or replaced when the damage is done.

Water Damages from Extinguishment

Yet another way structural damage can result in your home after a fire is through the lingering water used to extinguish the blaze. First responders often rely on high volumes of water to put out a fire, meaning that areas impacted the worst by combustion have an added layer of water and moisture damage to combat as well. Water can degrade structural elements briefly making it vital to establish what surfaces are at risk.

Needed Reconstruction and Repairs

When vulnerabilities have been documented and recorded for damage claim reports and estimations, our contractors can begin work on the necessary reconstruction of the property. Demolition is vital in removing unsalvageable construction materials, which can be common after fire loss effects. As leading fire restorers and build-back professionals, we offer a full-service solution for recovery.

The efforts to protect and restore a structure after fire damage are important to begin as soon as possible in area homes. Our SERVPRO of Marysville / Arlington team has a license allowing us to help in various ways, from controlled demolition to full construction. Give us a call now at (360) 658-0506.