After the shock and devastation of seeing your home go up in flames, it can be overwhelming to think about what comes next. Even setting aside any medical issues the disaster may have caused to you or your family members, your life will most likely be severely disrupted for a few months.
Right now, you probably have no idea where to start. What’s the process with home restoration after a fire? What contractors should you call? Will they provide end-to-end services or sweep in for cleanup only to disappear later? How do you make sure your insurance company covers all the damages? Most of all, who can you really trust with restoring your home to its pre-loss condition? These are just some of the questions that might be on your mind.
Fire and smoke damage restoration involves several stakeholders including the homeowner, the homeowner’s insurance company, local permitting authorities, inspectors, and contractors. For this reason, a growing number of homeowners prefers to delegate the entire process to a highly rated, full-service restoration firm like CRUSA.
On a day to day basis, you don’t think about disaster very much. Which is a good thing. Who wants to think about disaster all the time? After purchasing homeowner’s insurance, you put the matter aside and may simply assume that if the unthinkable happens you can just call your insurance company and everything will be taken care of.
Sadly, home restoration after a fire is rarely simple or easy. If you want to restore your home to its former condition without any long term issues or loose ends all while maximizing your insurance coverage, a full-service contracting service like CRUSA is the way to go. After all, we think about disasters, and how to overcome them, every day.
CRUSA Construction and Restoration is a nationwide provider of fire damage restoration services, ready to become your trusted restoration specialists and guide you through this challenging time.
Step 1: Immediate Response
First on the list is to implement our Priority Disaster Response Program. After you contact us, our restoration professionals will promptly reach out to guide you through the process, from dealing with your insurance company to scheduling emergency repairs.
Step 2: Damage Assessment
Once at your home, our first onsite task is a thorough fire damage assessment. We’ll evaluate the extent of fire, smoke, and water damages, establish a restoration plan, and communicate this both to you and your insurance company. We will also identify potential health risks, such as mold or biohazards.
Step 3: Site Securing and Debris Removal
Following the assessment, our team will secure the site and start debris removal. This process may include controlled demolition to remove hazardous or damaged building materials and ensure the structural integrity of your home.
Step 4: Water Removal and Drying
If water damage is present due to firefighting efforts, our restoration process involves water extraction and drying to prevent further damage and potential mold growth. We offer comprehensive mold remediation services as a part of our package.
Step 5: Soot and Smoke Cleaning
Smoke damage restoration is a crucial part of the fire restoration process. Our team uses specialized equipment and techniques for smoke cleaning, targeting dry smoke, oily smoke, and other types of residue from the fire.
Step 6: Sanitizing and Cleaning
Once the debris is removed and the site is dry, we perform a thorough cleaning. This involves sanitizing all areas and personal items that can be salvaged and eliminating any lingering odors.
Step 7: Restoration and Reconstruction
The final step is the actual restoration and reconstruction of your home. Depending on the degree of fire damage, this can range from minor repairs to major construction work. We bring our experience working on various construction challenges to restore your home to its original condition or even better.
Final Thoughts
A house fire is a scary, stressful, and life-disrupting event. To make the recovery process easier and as stress-free as possible, it’s good to have fire restoration experts on your side. CRUSA Construction and Restoration is a highly rated fire and smoke restoration company that can handle your entire restoration until your home is completely safe and returned to its former glory.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Restoration
If you’re handy, you may be tempted to embark on a DIY restoration project yourself. However, fire and smoke can damage your home in ways you may not expect or be able to detect without specialized tools, leading to more issues down the line. It’s much safer to trust the experts to do this work on your behalf.
There is no quick and easy answer to this question as the timeline varies depending on the extent of fire, smoke, and water damage. As soon as we’ve completed our assessment, we will let you know the expected timeline of repairs. Our priority is to get you back home as quickly as possible – while ensuring that the work is done right.
Most homeowner insurance policies cover fire damage. With that said, you may have questions about your policy even before disaster strikes, and we encourage you to contact your insurance company. If you hire CRUSA for fire and smoke restoration, we’ll facilitate communication between you and the insurance company during the restoration process.
It's a service offered by CRUSA Construction and Restoration to provide immediate, professional support in the aftermath of a disaster. We offer 24/7 emergency response to ensure the quickest possible recovery.
