What Can Be Salvaged After a House Fire? 3 Things to Save and 3 Things to Toss
While we all do our part to prevent house fires, sometimes they happen despite our best efforts. Experiencing a house fire is an overwhelming and devastating event. Once the flames have been extinguished and the immediate danger has passed, the daunting task of assessing the damage and deciding what can be salvaged begins. While some […]
Do I Have To Rebuild My Home After a Fire?
Most people choose to repair or rebuild their homes after a devastating fire, but you don’t have to. The insurance will generally let you walk away with the insurance payout and start fresh with a new home.
Is Smoke Smell from Fire Dangerous?
The smoke smell from a fire is always strong, but is it dangerous to breathe in? Can it hurt you like the flames from a fire? Or is it harmless, something you can ignore? The answer is, smoke smell is hazardous and can cause serious harm to anyone who breathes it in. In today’s blog, […]
Fire Damage: Emergency Tips to Prevent Further Damage
If your home or business has been affected by fire damage, it is essential to take action immediately. The moments after a fire can be overwhelming and stressful. But quickly taking action can prevent further damage to your property. Depending on the severity of the fire, there could be significant damage to the interior and […]
Fire Damage: Why Restoration Should Be Left to the Pros
If fire damage has affected your property, you are probably eager to get it back to its former state as soon as possible. Most homeowners are ready to move forward soon after a fire and leave the incident and trauma in the past. But it’s important not to be tempted into tackling the project yourself. […]
How to Remove the Smoky Smell from your House after a Fire
If your home has suffered damage from a fire, it likely has a lingering smoky smell that will not go away. Unfortunately, flames are not the only thing that causes damage in a house fire. The smoke that rises from the fire can also cause extensive damage to your home that leaves a long-last odor, […]
How Long Does Smoke Damage Last?
While heat and flames cause the most visible and immediate damage after a fire, smoke damage can devastate a structure and linger for years. The chaos following a fire is nearly as scary as the fire itself. Minimizing the negative impacts of it should be your first concern, such as removing burnt and melted elements […]
Change Your Dryer Filter Often To Prevent Fires
Cleaning your dryer filter every time you use your dryer may sound overwhelming, but it’s a must. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, approximately 2,900 dryer fires break out each year. Lint accumulation in the dryer vent results in roughly 27 percent of these fires. Continue reading to learn more about this fire hazard. Dryer […]
How Do You Wash Clothes After A Fire?
House fires are a tragic experience, often resulting in homeowners losing the safety of their house as well as prized possessions. Food, clothes, and transportation are subject to the ruinous effects of a blaze. When attempting to establish a routine in the face of trauma, it’s best to try to salvage some of your smaller […]
What Can Be Saved After a Fire?
Experiencing a house fire can be a traumatic experience. Although you want to salvage all your valuables, you may need to throw away several items. Even a minor kitchen fire can cause significant smoke and soot damage. Continue reading to learn more about how house fires can be destructive. Accept What You Can’t Control After […]