What to Do Before Fire Damage Remediation

11/22/2021 (Permalink)

If you find yourself needing Amarillo fire damage restoration for your home or business, SERVPRO can help.

In 2020, fire departments responded to a fire somewhere in the US every 23 seconds. Because of how randomly fires can strike, it’s vital that you don’t just know what to do in the event of a fire, but what to do in the aftermath as well.

Fires can cause a tremendous amount of damage, and while it may seem okay to be a little careless in the aftermath, there are some things you need to be mindful of before Amarillo fire damage restoration services arrive.

What You Shouldn’t Do

Even though the fire is out, there are some things you should avoid doing. They include:

Occupying the Area

Wherever the fire took place, you should avoid that area. Fires can weaken structures easily, and by occupying those areas where the fire occurred, you’ll likely cause even more damage.

Don’t Try to Fix Anything

Our Amarillo fire damage restoration services are trained to tackle the problem. If you try to restore the damage, you might only cause more problems.

What You Should Do

Keep Occupants Safe

Make sure you secure the area where the damage occurred and keep it off-limits from other occupants. This will ensure no more damage is caused while also ensuring others’ safety. 

If You Need to, Remove Valuables

While you should avoid occupying the damaged space, you can remove certain valuables if you must. Valuables in the area where the fire occurred can become more damaged from remaining in a sooty, smoky room. 

Call Us Today for Our Amarillo Fire Damage Restoration

If you find yourself needing Amarillo fire damage restoration for your home or business, SERVPRO can help. With our 35+ years of experience, we feel more than confident that we can provide the help and support you need.

Call us today at (806) 331-4555. Or visit our contact page.