Fire Damage Incidents In Everett

3/6/2020 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of North Everett / Lake Stevens / Monroe at (360) 243-8313 to help.

Professional Assistance Eases the Consequences of Fire Damage Incidents in Everett

Dealing with fire incidents is not something to look forward to. When it happens, the best actions to take after calling the fire department is to seek help from a professional restoration team because such a team has the skills and equipment to address all problems that are collectively referred to as fire damage.

Each fire damage incident in Everett is unique. However, some aspects are common in almost all loss situations. That they are common does not mean they are easy to address. They include:

    •    Aggregated Debris
    •    Moisture issues
    •    Noxious fumes and aerosols in the air
    •    Discolored surfaces

Fire affects all types of materials, including organic ones such as wood. It also affects inorganic materials such as plastic, glass, and even metals. In the aftermath of the fire, all the affected materials create piles of debris, which need removal from the property during restoration. Handling the debris can be dangerous because of the physical or chemical composition of the materials. For example, handling debris with shattered pieces of glass can lead to cuts. Our SERVPRO technicians use PPE, Personal Protection Equipment, including heavy-duty gloves and rubber boots, which ensure safe handling of debris after fire damage.

Although flames cause most of the damage when there is a fire incident, moisture issues also develop since the fire is doused with large quantities of water. At the initial stages, the water that reaches the fire is instantly heated, forming steam, which spreads moisture-related issues further from the source point. There is a need to extract any standing water, dry wet materials, and regulate humidity levels to prevent permanent damages. Our SERVPRO teams have a variety of equipment, including dehumidifiers and water extractors, to facilitate drying, saving materials.

Noxious fumes, particulate matter, and aerosols remain in the air after a fire. Such materials present problems if inhaled. It is also possible to absorb aerosols and vapors through skin contact. Our crews can deal with such materials safely because we have safety equipment such as full-body suits and respirators. We also use axial fans to push the particulate-filled air from the building.

Restoring fire damage can be a lengthy or tiresome process. Call SERVPRO of North Everett / Lake Stevens / Monroe at (360) 243-8313 to help. We’re Faster to Any Size Disaster.

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