24/7 Fire Damage Restoration in Columbia, SC
Our expertise goes beyond Fire Damage Restoration. The skilled and knowledgeable technicians at Flood & Fire Cleanup Pros are trained and certified in the highly specialized processes necessary for the successful application of protective and specialty treatments for Flood, Roof Leaks, Plumbing Overflow Cleanup and other damages.
Emergency Board Up Procedure
Emergency Board up
When dealing with fire damage, emergency board-up procedures are crucial to protect your property from further damage and secure the premises. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to perform emergency board-up after fire damage:
Fire damage goes beyond what you can see, and mold can form in as quickly as 24 hours after a fire, even if the building materials have been thoroughly dried out. If you have just experienced some type of fire damage, you know that sometimes the smoke, soot and water used to put out the fire can cause damage just as serious as the fire itself.
Fire Soot Removal Services
Soot Cleaning
Cleaning soot after a fire is crucial to prevent further damage and restore your property. Soot is a fine, black residue composed of carbon particles created by incomplete combustion of organic matter. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to clean soot effectively
Soot is made up of tiny particles of carbon due to incomplete combustion of fossil fuels (such as wood, oil, coal, etc.). Soot contains acids, chemicals, metals, and dust that leaves an ugly black residue and an unpleasant smell.
Specialized fire restoration training
Columbia Fire Damage Cleanup
Fire damage cleanup and restoration is a comprehensive process aimed at restoring your property to its pre-fire condition. It involves several steps to address damage caused by fire, smoke, and water used to extinguish the fire. Here’s a detailed guide on fire damage cleanup and restoration
Rapid Action to Minimize Damage
Smoke and Soot Restoration
Fire and smoke damage after an incident requires distinct restoration methods. Fire damage refers to immediate, visible destruction, such as charred items and structural harm, while smoke damage is more pervasive, blackening surfaces and infiltrating materials to leave soot and unpleasant odours. Understanding these differences aids in choosing appropriate smoke and fire damage restoration methods and making accurate insurance claims.
Carpeting and Upholstery
Smoke Odor Removal
Smoke particles and soot can get lodged deep in upholstery and carpeting and if not properly cleaned, they can hold on to smoke odor. Start by sprinkling baking soda on carpeting and upholstery. After several hours or even a full day, vacuum the affected area using a vacuum with a HEPA filter. The filter will prevent smoke particles from blowing back into the room. Steam cleaning is another method to remove smoke odor, but may not be suited for delicate upholstery such as leather. If some of your items are delicate, you may want to contract with a damage restoration company to have them professionally cleaned.
Trust Us for Complete Smoke Removal
Duct System Smoke Removal
Unfortunately, a forced air ventilation system is quite effective at spreading smoke throughout your house. When a fire occurs and the furnace or cooling system is on, it acts as a vacuum and sucks in all the smoke and redistributes it throughout the house.
It creates an unbelievable mess that no one should have to go through. Being in business for as long as we have, most restoration companies call us when they need to clean the air ducts so they are able to clean the rest of the house. Think about it… would you change the oil in your car and NOT change the filter? So would it not make sense to clean the air ducts before the entire house is cleaned?
Our Insurance Partners
We are proud to collaborate with a range of esteemed insurance companies to provide comprehensive coverage and peace of mind to our clients. Our trusted partners include:
