A house fire can be truly devastating, causing widespread destruction to your home and possessions. How you respond after a home fire will prove key to restoring your property and keeping damage from getting worse. Here are some crucial first steps:
Contact Your Insurance Provider
Call your insurance company to begin the process of filing a homeowners insurance claim. Take photographs of the damage to your home, and be sure to keep all receipts and documentation related to the fire and repairs to submit to the insurance company. This will help them process your claim more effectively.
Call a Restoration Company
Call a fire damage restoration company as quickly as possible to begin the repair process. Their team can assess your home for structural damage, as well as risks to the plumbing or electrical system. They will know how to handle any additional issues that have developed in addition to the fire damage itself, as well as provide appropriate repairs and restoration services to get your home to pre-fire conditions.
Secure the Property
During the restoration period, you won’t be living in your home. You must secure it to prevent vandalism and additional environmental damage that could disrupt the repair process. Your restoration provider can help with tasks like tarping the roof or boarding up damaged windows or entryways.
Once these steps are complete, the fire restoration process can begin. The scope of the fire and smoke damage can vary significantly based on where the fire took place, and it may be some time before you can occupy your property again. When you work with Shrock Restoration, you can have confidence in our team’s ability to provide expert service that addresses your property’s specific needs. You will be able to call your house home again.
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