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Smoke or Fire Damage?
Since 2014, Pro Service Builders has mitigated fire and smoke damage for commercial and residential clients throughout greater Little Rock and across Arkansas. Even the smallest fire can do significant damage to a structure. Frequently, structures that suffer fire damage are condemned by authorities, so proper restoration and construction is essential. Smoke from fire is especially difficult to expel, as it can get into building materials unseen and linger, potentially causing health problems. To mitigate fire damage and make your property safe again, it is essential to seek professional, experienced help.
Why Choose Us?
Pro Service Builders are experts at mitigating fire-damaged commercial and residential properties. We’ve developed an efficient and streamlined process – and we leave every structure that we touch in better shape than it was before disaster struck. That’s because of our unique commitment to service. We’ve seen a lot, and we know how hard a structure fire is on you, the owner. That’s why we make things as easy on you as possible. Fully licensed, bonded and insured, our team prioritizes safety, deploying the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to safely evaluate and repair damage. When you call us, you can count on a quick response time and attentive customer care. We want to help you rebuild your business and your life.
Common Causes of Structure Fires
Fire damage may not seem like a common insurance claim. However, according to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2018 a fire department responded to a fire every 24 seconds – and those 1,318,500 fires caused $25.6 billion in property damage. Also, the Insurance Information Institute notes that about 1 in 385 insured homes has a property damage claim related to fire and lightning. So, structure fires are not as rare as they may seem.
The most common causes of fire damage include:
- Cooking
- Heating equipment
- Electrical wiring
- Candles
- Smoking
- Christmas trees
- Lightning
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Whatever the cause of your fire damage, it’s critical to act quickly. Fire – and the response to fire, including large amounts of water to quench the flame – can do serious structural damage to your property. Even the smallest fire can make whole rooms unsafe for occupation. Act quickly and contact Pro Service Builders as soon as any fire is extinguished. Our team is standing by, 24/7, to answer your call. A speedy response can make for an easier cleanup and restoration.
Our Process for Expert Fire Damage Restoration
Restoring a home or commercial building after a fire involves more than cleaning up what was burned. Smoke and soot can spread throughout the property, while water and moisture from firefighting efforts can cause additional damage. Pro Service Builders takes a thorough approach to assessing the damage, cleaning affected areas, and repairing or rebuilding the property when necessary.
Complete a full inspection.The first step is understanding the full extent of the damage. Our team inspects the property to identify fire, smoke, soot, and water damage, including damage that may not be immediately visible. We assess affected building materials, structural components, and personal belongings to determine what can be cleaned and restored and what needs to be replaced. This information helps us develop a restoration plan and communicate the scope of the work with your insurance company.
The first step is understanding the full extent of the damage. Our team inspects the property to identify fire, smoke, soot, and water damage, including damage that may not be immediately visible. We assess affected building materials, structural components, and personal belongings to determine what can be cleaned and restored and what needs to be replaced. This information helps us develop a restoration plan and communicate the scope of the work with your insurance company.
Address immediate damage.Before restoration can begin, we take steps to protect the property from additional damage. This may include removing standing water from firefighting efforts, securing damaged areas, boarding up openings, and placing temporary coverings where needed. Addressing these issues quickly can help protect the property while the restoration process gets underway.
Before restoration can begin, we take steps to protect the property from additional damage. This may include removing standing water from firefighting efforts, securing damaged areas, boarding up openings, and placing temporary coverings where needed. Addressing these issues quickly can help protect the property while the restoration process gets underway.
Remove smoke and soot.Smoke and soot can travel throughout a property, affecting rooms and surfaces that were never directly exposed to the fire. Our team cleans affected surfaces and materials using the appropriate methods for the type and extent of the damage. We also address smoke odors and airborne particles to help return the property to a clean and usable condition.
Smoke and soot can travel throughout a property, affecting rooms and surfaces that were never directly exposed to the fire. Our team cleans affected surfaces and materials using the appropriate methods for the type and extent of the damage. We also address smoke odors and airborne particles to help return the property to a clean and usable condition.
Clean and restore affected areas.Once the immediate fire, smoke, and soot damage has been addressed, we begin restoring affected areas. Depending on the condition of the property, this may include cleaning personal belongings and contents, treating surfaces, removing damaged materials, and addressing water or moisture left behind by firefighting efforts. Materials that cannot be properly restored may need to be removed and replaced.
Once the immediate fire, smoke, and soot damage has been addressed, we begin restoring affected areas. Depending on the condition of the property, this may include cleaning personal belongings and contents, treating surfaces, removing damaged materials, and addressing water or moisture left behind by firefighting efforts. Materials that cannot be properly restored may need to be removed and replaced.
Repair and reconstruct the property.Some fires leave behind damage that cannot be resolved through cleaning alone. When repairs or reconstruction are necessary, Pro Service Builders can replace damaged building materials and restore affected rooms and spaces. From drywall and flooring to larger structural repairs, our team can help bring your home or commercial property back to a safe, functional condition.
Some fires leave behind damage that cannot be resolved through cleaning alone. When repairs or reconstruction are necessary, Pro Service Builders can replace damaged building materials and restore affected rooms and spaces. From drywall and flooring to larger structural repairs, our team can help bring your home or commercial property back to a safe, functional condition.
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Pro Service Builders are experts in fire, heat, and smoke damage restoration. We are proud to be authorities at restoring and mitigating many other types of property concerns, as well.
Fire Damage 101
It may seem obvious why fire is dangerous to residential and commercial properties, but there is more to it than just visible burn damage. And there are several things to consider if you own a property that is affected by fire.
- Structural Integrity & Personal Safety
- Smoke lingers.
- Water damage is also common after fire.
Structural Integrity & Personal SafetyEven if a structure fire does not burn a home, office, or meeting space to the ground, it can easily make it unsafe to enter. Even if a wall or floor looks intact following a fire, this disaster can weaken support beams, floor joists, and ceilings, making them a risk to collapse at any time. So never enter any structure that has been damaged by fire unless cleared to do so by a public official.
It’s also important to note that the soot and dirty water left behind in the aftermath of a fire may contain pathogens or other substances that are dangerous to the touch or capable of making you sick. So, use caution before touching any fire-damaged items.
Even if a structure fire does not burn a home, office, or meeting space to the ground, it can easily make it unsafe to enter. Even if a wall or floor looks intact following a fire, this disaster can weaken support beams, floor joists, and ceilings, making them a risk to collapse at any time. So never enter any structure that has been damaged by fire unless cleared to do so by a public official.
It’s also important to note that the soot and dirty water left behind in the aftermath of a fire may contain pathogens or other substances that are dangerous to the touch or capable of making you sick. So, use caution before touching any fire-damaged items.
Smoke lingers.Even after the smallest fires, you may notice the smell of smoke remains for days or weeks. That’s because smoke penetrates porous and semi-porous surfaces and “sticks.” The only way to get rid of it is to either remove the affected materials or use specialized cleaning supplies. Professional fire damage restoration experts not only have access to and know how to use these cleaning items, but they also know where to look in a building to ensure complete removal of any smoke damaged materials.
Even after the smallest fires, you may notice the smell of smoke remains for days or weeks. That’s because smoke penetrates porous and semi-porous surfaces and “sticks.” The only way to get rid of it is to either remove the affected materials or use specialized cleaning supplies. Professional fire damage restoration experts not only have access to and know how to use these cleaning items, but they also know where to look in a building to ensure complete removal of any smoke damaged materials.
Water damage is also common after fire.If your building has a built-in sprinkler system, or the fire department extinguishes the fire, you will be left to deal with both fire and water damage. The combination of fire and water can easily overwhelm any property owner. The good news is that professional mitigation experts are available to help you restore your structure both quickly and safely. Experienced professionals like ours also know how to communicate with insurance companies and help property owners ensure they get the results they are entitled to by coverage.
If your building has a built-in sprinkler system, or the fire department extinguishes the fire, you will be left to deal with both fire and water damage. The combination of fire and water can easily overwhelm any property owner. The good news is that professional mitigation experts are available to help you restore your structure both quickly and safely. Experienced professionals like ours also know how to communicate with insurance companies and help property owners ensure they get the results they are entitled to by coverage.
Have Questions?
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
When it comes to fire, heat, and smoke damage, we know you’ll have lots of questions. That’s why we take our time to talk with you and explain everything in detail. Some of the most consistent questions our experts encounter include:
During a fire, the second call you make – after the fire department – should be to a fire restoration specialist. These professionals, who are used to working with public safety officials as well as insurance agencies, can assess structural damage and safely begin the process of cleanup and repair.
A qualified fire restoration company not only cleans but also preserves and protects the property and its contents to prevent additional damage.
Fire remediation and fire restoration are essentially the same things. Fire remediation is the action the experts will take, while restoration is the process involved in restoring your home or business following a fire.
The timeline for repair varies greatly on the extent of the damage and the goals you have for your property’s restoration. The Pro Service Builders team includes project managers, superintendents, skilled and general laborers, as well as a full mitigation team, so we can help you rebuild any structures or components of your home or business. It’s our goal to restore your property as quickly as possible.
A professional fire restoration expert should be able to provide you with a detailed timeline and estimate of what it will take to fully restore your property. This professional should be committed to helping you understand the process and avoid surprises. Clear and consistent communication with clients should be a priority.
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Pro Service Builders will ensure you build back better following your restoration project. Call us today after any water, fire, and storm damage on your commercial building, office, church, or school building.