Do you have fire damage?

11/16/2017 (Permalink)

Even if burns are not very deep, a fire can leave obvious visual blemishes across a home. Stains and burn marks can happen to any material, from wallpaper to wood to glass to laminate, and each of these materials and types of burns can require a different approach to clean up properly. Our SERVPRO of Walnut technicians are trained extensively and have access to tools that ensure that every job gets done right the first time. We are also part of a national network for disaster mitigation.

Burn Marks:

-Many burns from a fire damage are virtually harmless for the building in question. Aside from discoloration and perhaps a layer of smoke residue, these burns have done very little to degrade the material they coat. Typically, these are easy for our technicians to deal with, requiring only a thorough cleaning with professional grade detergents, hand tools, sponges and repainting.

Smoke Staining:

-Some types of smoke may leave stains on various materials, especially when mixed with water. Smoke can be tough to remove without damaging many materials. To name a few materials, upholstery, wood, carpet, fabric, and tile grout all require careful attention to adequately and safely clean away the smoke. Smoke and soot can dig deep into a material, sometimes requiring thorough washing or dry cleaning to remove effectively. The nature of the smoke, whether it is wet or dry, is a key factor in utilizing correct IICRC best practices for restoration. We realize the acidic nature of this com-busted residue and how pitting can harm many surfaces. 

Deeper Burns:

-When a fire has burned around an object or surface, it usually causes both visual and structural damage. Materials are often heavily degraded or deformed and discoloration is typically pervasive. Again, different materials can require different approaches, with flammables such as wood, fabric and upholstery requiring especially extensive restorations or perhaps replacement.