WHAT TO DO AFTER FIRE AND WATER DAMAGE AT YOUR BUSINESS.
A fire has occurred at your facility or place of business. Smoke, and water damage can interrupt your ability to conduct business for weeks, or even months. Taking the correct steps right after the fire is extinguished is crucial. Implementing the appropriate measures can help prevent additional expenses and facilitate a swift return to normalcy for everyone involved.
It may seem that the fire was the worst part of the situation... But smoke and soot residue will continue to harm your building structure and its contents. Plus, water damage caused by firefighting, can quickly lead to mould growth even inside walls.
The aftermath of a fire, and its suppression, will leave damage and debris, and can be a health hazard. Securing expert fire and flood restoration services promptly is crucial to prevent additional damage. ServiceMaster Restore of Northern New Brunswick is a premier restoration company offering emergency restoration services to Canadian businesses.
QUICK GUIDE - STEPS TO TAKE AFTER A FIRE AT YOUR WORKPLACE
CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY
Call your insurance company immediately to report the incident. This can help reduce your losses, prevent hold-ups, and fulfill any timelines specified in your insurance agreement. Expect them to arrange to have an adjuster assess the damage to the building, your inventory, contents, equipment, and any other losses.
CALL IN A RELIABLE FIRE AND WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION COMPANY
Secondary damage to your property can escalate quickly. Promptly contacting and arranging for expert fire restoration services is essential.
Within minutes, soot and smoke can cause yellow stains on walls and anything made of plastic. Within hours, acidity in soot can permanently tarnish or stain metal. And within days, yellowing on walls and fabrics can become permanent. After weeks, soot can permeate building materials leading to corrosion and the release of toxic fumes in the air.
ServiceMaster Restore of Northern New Brunswick is a highly experienced fire and water damage restoration company. Our certified and skilled professionals quickly and effectively address these problems.
DOCUMENT THE DAMAGE
Once you can safely re-enter your property, document the extent of the damage to your building and contents as best you can. This task might seem daunting amidst the turmoil, but it's a crucial phase in resolving your insurance claim. Be sure to capture the fire and water damage - use photographs, video and written descriptions. Try to be as thorough and methodical as possible.
SECURE AND REMOVE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Next, you need to consult with your fire restoration contractor. Collaborating to protect and retrieve salvageable equipment and documents that may face additional harm.
Capture images of items as you would for your documentation. Remember, it's necessary to notify your insurance provider about the items you're removing and their storage location. ServiceMaster Restore can help with this. Your insurance company may want to inspect them to determine the extent of the damage.
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