The first step at a fire scene is to calm the fears
of those affected. Next, we test the smoke to see
which of the following types of fire took place.
Wet Smoke
- Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky,
smeary. Also known as "Smoke webs," these are more difficult to clean.
Dry Smoke
- Fast burning at high temperatures.
Protein
- Virtually invisible, discolors paints and
varnishes. Extreme pungent odor.
Fuel Oil Soot
- Furnace puff backs cause fuel oil soot.
Other Types
- Tear gas, fingerprint powder, and fire
extinguisher residue are other types.
Our
professionals are skilled at
eliminating the smoky odor that lingers after a
fire. Our cleanup arsenal includes ozone generators
and special deodorizing chemicals unavailable to
consumers. We will help you restore as much of
your home as we possibly can. We specialize in post fire
cleanup work and will go the extra mile.
Types of Fires
Protein Fire -
These include stove-top grease fires, burned
and charred meat, or most fires where living tissue
or hair proteins are involved.
Wood and Paper Fire -
These include attic fires, fireplace
puff-backs, most trash can fires and general home
fires where mostly the wood structure is involved.
Synthetic Fire -
These include fires that involve mainly
carpeting and upholstered furnishings, electrical
fires, and fires where plastic materials have been
burnt.
Many home fires will be a combination of Wood and
Synthetic types.
Here are some steps that you should follow in the
aftermath of a home fire:
Contact your insurance company immediately
It is your responsibility to begin loss mitigation,
including steps to prevent the damage from getting
worse. Take inventory of damaged goods before
discarding anything and save receipts for money
spent relating to the fire loss.
Avoid falling structural components
Although fire authorities may allow you to enter the
house, the area still could be hazardous. Look
carefully for
structural damage that may be unstable, like
charred beams and sagging ceilings.
Stay away from electrical shock hazards
Check for exposed wiring. Also, be careful of damage
inside walls and electrical lines not normally
visible.
Keep people with allergies out of the home
People with severe allergies or respiratory problems
should stay out of the area until initial cleanup is
complete. Weather permitting, ventilate the home to
remove soot residues.
Wipe down durable surfaces
Smoke residues combine with humidity to form acids
that can stain grout, paint, bath fixtures, kitchen
counter tops and may appliances. Immediate clean-up
of durable surfaces with household cleaners can
dramatically limit your loss.
Call Tri State Restorations
Tri State Restorations has certified
professional technicians to provide advice and
restoration of your home's contents after a fire.
Only skilled fire restoration professionals can help you get your
home and furnishings back to a "pre-loss" condition.
