What to Avoid When Combating Fire Damage in Littleton

11/15/2019 (Permalink)

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Fire Damage Littleton – Clean or Replace?

Small fires can cause a great deal of damage from the fire itself as well as from smoke damage that may spread through the home or business. Many clients exposed to fire situations assume that almost everything must be replaced to rid themselves of the residual odors from smoke that has spread through the building. Cleaning and odor treatment can reduce the cost of the insurance claim substantially.

SERVPRO has provided fire damage restoration services in Littleton and surrounding areas for over twenty years. We are well known in the community and have won awards for the services provided. Our customers have provided many letters of appreciation.

Replacing Fire Damaged Items

Many fires are localized in the home and put out before the fire touches other parts of the home. Fast action by the homeowner and fire department can make a huge difference. Those items that have been touched by flames must be replaced due to damage and charring. We can usually clean any hard surface items. We remove charred food, grease, and the residue from the fire.

Cleaning vs. Replacement

When there is a fire, smoke and contaminants may spread throughout the home. These contaminants can leave a residue on hard surfaces. Soft surfaces such as carpets and fabrics may absorb some of this residue. The absorption rates depend on the types of food, plastics, or other materials that may have burned.

SERVPRO fire restoration experts evaluate the fire and smoke damage in your home or business. We can recommend the appropriate strategy regarding replacement, cleaning, or restoring using appropriate cleaning and odor control techniques. Hard surfaces are wiped down and cleaned. Soft surfaces are washed and cleaned with specific equipment for this purpose. Some items, such as clothing, may be sent out for specialized cleaning. We deploy deodorizers in your home to bond with the odor molecules and eliminate the odor from your home.

Many clients find that the cost of cleaning is much less than the total cost of replacement. SERVPRO can review these solutions with the client and help to return your home to its original condition economically.

Call SERVPRO of Marlboro / Concord at (978) 486-9868 for 24/7 service. We proudly serve Littleton, Acton, Hudson, and the surrounding areas. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

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