HOW TO AVOID MAKING COMMON FIRE DAMAGE RESTORATION MISTAKES?

10/25/2021 (Permalink)

Fire Damage Restoration

If you’re experiencing a house fire, you need to act quickly. Unless the fire is small and can be put out by a fire extinguisher, you should get everyone out immediately.

 The damage after a fire can be devastating and the idea of fire damage restoration can feel overwhelming. Even worse, the effects of fire damage can continue long after the fire has been extinguished.

If you’ve recently experienced a house fire, here are some of the most common mistake you should avoid making.

1. Making repairs and cleaning the property before notifying the insurance company.

The insurance company will need to see the full extent of the damage before fire damage restoration can begin. Don’t remove anything from the property or make any repairs before an insurance adjuster can perform a proper inspection. The insurance company can make an accurate loss assessment.

2. Failing to secure the property to prevent additional damage.

Fire and smoke are devastating forces. Still, assuming the entire home hasn’t been burned down, there are likely to be some items that survive. Once the firefighters give the okay, go ahead and gather what you can. The longer they stay in the home, the longer they are to become damaged.

3. Failing to take proper inventory of what was lost.

In order to get fully reimbursed for lost and damaged items, you ‘ll need to make a detailed list of what’s gone and how much each item cost. Any proof of purchase you can provide will be helpful, whether it’s a receipt or a picture of the damaged item.

4. Not Calling an Emergency Repair Professional right away.

Proper fire damage restoration requires specialized equipment and training. Immediately hiring a professional fire damage restoration company like SERVPRO of Ventura can help homeowners avoid all the mistakes discussed here. The right fire damage restoration team will work with homeowners from start to finish and help them recover from fire damage as quickly as possible.

For fire damage restoration and smoke cleanup services, please call us SERVPRO of Ventura at (805) 656-3911.