Monday, October 21, 2013

How To Get Rid Of Fire And Smoke Damage Quick

By Michael Cabunoc


After a fire in your home you might have a huge mess. The quicker you act, the more damages you may avoid. A professional restoration company can help you get your life back together. Here are helpful tips from your Plano TX water removal service on what to do after you contact professionals.

As soon as you are certain the fire is extinguished, start to get control of the situation. Check to see that everyone in the family is safe and uninjured, and do not forget pets. Open up some windows if this is possible, to help remove some of the smells.

Do what you can to minimize damage to your home. Check to make sure that electrical panels have been turned off. If you have natural gas or propane, turn off the main shut off valve, if it is easily accessible. If you cannot reach disconnects or shut-offs safely, leave them alone.

You may be tempted to clean up or salvage some things, but this is best to avoid at first. Your home may have suffered structural damage and it could be unsafe to walk through it. You risk causing further damage to your home and yourself when you do anything. Wait until your restoration professionals arrive on the scene.

You might think that it is fine to use appliances and proceed as normal if you have had a small fire (like in the kitchen). This is not a good idea as wiring could be damaged behind your walls. Using a lot of power could cause another fire.

Your restoration process may be quick or it could last for several months, depending on the damages. When you use an experienced restoration company you know that your house will be restored properly to prefire condition. Your Plano TX water removal service can take care of your entire restoration project, so there is no need to call anyone else.




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