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Smoke and Fire Damage Restoration

A fire at your home or business is devastating. Seeing your possessions consumed by fire can be one of the most severe losses that a person can experience. There will be fire damage, soot, and smoke damage and damage from firefighting efforts, including water damage. ServiceMaster Restore® specializes in fire and water restoration, fire cleaning services, and fire damage repairs. We can help you recover as quickly as possible.

We deliver a complete solution, at every step of the way to recovery. Our fire restoration services team of experts provides comprehensive fire damage restoration management services to help you get your life back to normal. Structural restoration is just the start. We help you manage your belongings and clean and sanitize the environment. Fire cleanup will remove water, soot, and fire smoke odors. The entire process is handled electronically, to keep you informed and coordinate each step with your insurance company.

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Local Fire Restoration Experts. Fairfield County. Westchester County.
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Residential and Commercial Fire Restoration

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Fire Repair Services

Your Belongings
Content Packout Management
Insurance and Costs
Tarping and Board Up
Wall, Ceiling, and Cabinet Washing
Clothing and Fabric
Smoke Damage and Soot
Reconstruction
Water Damage Fire Fighting
Smoke Odor Removal
HVAC Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Floor Cleaning
Furniture, Upholstery Cleaning
Commercial Fire Restoration

FAQ'S and Tips

Westchester County NY Smoke Damage Cleanup Services

Fire Cleanup Process

Fire Damage Cleanup Process

Fire and Water Restoration, Smoke Damage Clean-Up Process

Not all fire damage is the same. Our thorough Fire Damage Restoration process includes;

Identify the source to determine the type of fire that occurred.
Evaluate the areas that are wet as a result of fire fighting that may need treatment.
Remediating water damage (if necessary)
Evaluate sensitive materials that may be damaged
Remove contents, including things you may need for the next 7 days.
Pack Out remaining contents for cleaning & storage
Perform structural restoration, including removal of charred materials that may seal in smoke, such as insulation and burned wood.
Evaluate carpet and floor coverings that may need to be removed.
Inspecting the framing of the house & subfloors for safety
Treating affected surfaces for smoke odors
Environmental sealing to prevent odors from leaking back into the house
Cleaning, eliminating odors & deodorizing surfaces to pre-loss condition
Returning items to the original location & helping to restore your normal life

Fire, smoke, and water damage can affect more areas than are easily visible.

HVAC system decontamination and cleaning are an example of a related service that may be appropriate after a house fire, or business fire. We can help you with a customized plan and approach.

Fire Water Damage

Fire and Water Damage Restoration Services

Damage from a fire can continue long after the flames have been doused with water, and water damage requires special handling.

Fire and Water Restoration Services Include

Water Removal
Content Removal and Management
Drying and Dehumidifying
Carpet Removal
Clothing and Fabric Cleaning
Debris Removal
Demolition
Mold Prevention and Mold Remediation
Depp Cleaning Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Carpet Cleaning
- Floor Cleaning
- Upholstered Furniture Cleaning
- Wall, Ceiling and Cabinet Washing
- Clothing and Fabric Cleaning
- Smoke Damage and Soot
- Smoke Odor Removal Services
Restoration

Fire and Water Damage Restoration Company Services

Get your life back to normal as quickly as possible with a comprehensive approach and services after a fire.

Soot, Smoke Odor Removal

Soot, Smoke and Odor Removal Services

servicemaster technician waring face mask after fire Soot and smoke odors can be overwhelming after even a small fire. Fire brings soot, and smoke odors that require special handling in order to return your life back to normal as quickly as possible.

As specialists in after-fire cleaning and deodorization, our technicians are trained to identify and eliminate offensive odors at their source.

Masking and other short cuts won't work for the long term, particularly for serious situations after a fire.

ServiceMaster Restore® IICRC trained and certified technicians will clean and restore your belongings, including odor and soot removal after a fire or water-related disaster.

Soot and Smoke Odor Cleaning Process

Clean the ash residue that builds up on surfaces before it spreads
Neutralize the odors to keep them from returning
Remove the troubling reminders of soot, odor, and stains from at-risk items such as brass, aluminum, chrome, marble, tile, porcelain, as well as fabrics, upholstery & carpets
Deodorize the carpets & curtains before they are cleaned
Use special chemicals that break up the molecules in the smoke to get rid of the odors before dry cleaning your clothing

Personal Belongings

Content Inventory, Pack-Out, Cleaning, and Restoration

Your belongings are not things. They are possessions that have value and meaning to you and should be handled with care and respect after a fire or flood.

We strive to help you restore what matters to you, particularly things that can't be easily replaced.

Examples of possessions that receive extra care and attention include photographs, art or keepsakes with emotional importance.

Content Restoration

We use a variety of methods to dry and clean your belongings and restore them to a pre-disaster condition when possible.

After Fire Cleaning and Inventory of Personal Property

Documents, art, photographs
Upholstery and furniture
Drapery, curtains, blinds and window treatments
Clothing and personal belongings
Electronics

After Fire Contents Claim Inventory Service

We help you manage your property after a fire, and support you with your insurance claims process by creating a detailed inventory list.

Pre-loss list and values
Settle claims faster
Assist with burdon of proof for claims

Inventory Pack-Out, Move-Out, and Storage

If your home or business requires extensive restoration and cleaning after a fire, we can help you move your belongings to facilitate your recovery after a fire.

Moving personal property will help;

Protect it from potential damage
Allow for more efficient remodeling

Professional Fire Damage Restoration Services

Recovering from a house fire requires a comprehensive approach to fire restoration both a structural standpoint, but equally or more important is caring for your personal belongings and things that matter the most to you.

We strive to help you restore your belongings and your life as quickly as possible.

Cost & Insurance

Costs for Fire Damage Restoration and After Fire Clean-Up Services

You may have insurance coverage. The costs for fire damage restoration and cleanup services are usually covered by insurance. For this reason, we work closely with you and directly with your insurance company to ensure that your claim is handled quickly and efficiently.

We are a preferred vendor with most major insurance carriers.

Whether your loss is covered by insurance, or not - we strive to offer you excellent service and help you manage the fire restoration process at highly competitive rates.

Fire and Water Damage Restoration Services Estimates

Tips Until Help

Quick tips if you are in the middle of a loss:

If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.
Clean laminate surfaces as well as chrome, porcelain and aluminum fixtures to prevent permanent tarnishing or etching.
Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
Tape damp cheesecloth over returns and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.
Discard any open food packages.
If the electricity is off, clean out the refrigerator and leave doors propped open.
Send clothing with heavy smoke damage to a qualified restoration dry cleaner.

What not to do

Do not touch anything with your bare hands. Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls, and woodwork, causing additional damage.
Do not wash the walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue.
Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture.
Do not use electrical appliances until having them checked.
Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.

FAQs

How long does fire restoration take?

How long does fire damage restoration take?

The answer is that it depends on the size and location of the fire, and the extent of the fire damage.

Proper cleaning after a fire requires a comprehensive approach, training and specialized equipment. We can help you recover much faster than you could possibly do your self, sometimes in a matter of weeks.

The Fire and Water Restoration Services Include

We will help you understand the costs, and work with your insurance company directly to help you manage your claim.

How much does fire restoration cost?

How long does fire damage restoration cost?

The answer is that it depends on the size of the fire, and the extent of the fire damage.

The Fire Damage Restoration Services Include

Damage Assesment
Tarping
Water Removal and Water Damage Repair Services
Soot, Smoke, and Odor Removal
Deep Cleaning
Restoration

We will help you understand the costs, and work with your insurance company directly to help you manage your claim.

How do you clean up smoke damage after a fire?

SMOKE DAMAGE & SOOT REMOVAL SERVICES

Even after a fire has been extinguished, damage to your home and belongings continues. That’s why it’s so important to prevent further damage by calling in a professional who knows the right way to deal with soot, smoke, and odor.

Step one: Call your insurance company and the pros at ServiceMaster Restore.

The residue left behind after a fire is a biohazard and can cause health problems if it is not taken care of correctly and thoroughly. We'll quickly assess the damage to find out the costs for fire restoration—and examine if there's any additional damage from water or other factors. Once the amount of damage is determined, we'll come up with an estimate for the cleaning and restoration.

HOW MORE THAN JUST FIRE CAN DAMAGE YOUR HOME

In just a few minutes, smoke can discolor the walls.
Within a few hours, finishes on kitchen appliances can discolor.
Smoke causes etching in glass after just a short time.
Smoke will tarnish metal quickly.
Ash and smoke can continue to cause damage and corrosion to materials left behind.

TO ENSURE SUPERIOR REMOVAL OF SOOT, SMOKE AND ODOR DAMAGE, WE:

Clean the ash residue that builds up on surfaces before it spreads
Neutralize the odors to keep them from returning
Remove the troubling reminders of soot, odor and stains from at-risk items such as brass, aluminum, chrome, marble, tile, porcelain, as well as fabrics, upholstery & carpets
Deodorize the carpets & curtains before they are cleaned
Use special chemicals that break up the molecules in the smoke to get rid of the odors before dry cleaning your clothing

HOW TO HELP PREVENT PUFFBACKS

Although there is no guaranteed way to prevent a puffback, annual inspection and maintenance of your oil burner or furnace can greatly reduce your risk. So be sure to have your oil burner and furnace system cleaned regularly.

QUICK TIPS: WHAT YOU SHOULD OR SHOULDN’T DO AFTER A FIRE TO REDUCE ODORS & SOOT

If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.
If it uses forced hot air, change the air filter on the furnace.
Tape damp cheesecloth over returns, and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.
Do not touch anything with your bare hands. Oils from hands can permeate upholstery, walls and woodwork, causing additional damage.
Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue.

Warning: Do not attempt to clean up your home after a fire or you may cause more damage.

We will help you understand the costs, and work with your insurance company directly to help you manage your claim.

What is a fire restoration contractor?

Fire Restoration Contractors vs. General Contractors

Professional Fire Restoration Contractors are certified by IICRC (Inspection Institue of Cleaning & Restoration Certification).

The IICRC is an educational program the teaches the proper techniques for removal, cleaning, and restoration of damaged building materials.

Fire Restoration Estimates and Price Quotes

We will help you understand the costs, and work with your insurance company directly to help you manage your claim. Direct insurance billing is typically available.

Can a house be lived in after a fire?

Is it safe to stay in your home after a fire?

FEMA has published a helpful article, available as a pdf download. You can see the article at this link.

An excerpt from the article is here below

"A fire in your home can cause serious damage. Your home and many of the things in your home may be badly damaged by flames, heat, smoke and water.

You will find things not damaged by the fire may still be ruined by smoke and may be soggy with water used to put out the fire. Anything you want to save or reuse will need to be carefully cleaned.

To fight the fire, firefighters may have broken windows and cut holes in the roof. This slows the fire’s growth and gets rid of dark smoke that makes it hard for firefighters to see. They may have cut holes in your walls to make sure that the fire is completely out and not hidden in the walls.

It is important to understand the risk to your safety and health even after the fire is out. The soot and dirty water left behind may contain things that could make you sick. Be very careful if you go into your home and if you touch any fire-damaged items. "

The article goes on to provide excellent and relevant advice for steps to take after a fire or house fire.

Link to the article is here

How do you clean soot from the inside of house after a fire?

How do you clean soot from the inside of a house after a fire?

We believe most people benefit from professional soot removing services, by trained soot removing experts in fire damage restoration because it's a difficult process.

Should you wish to remove soot yourself, The American Red Cross recommends the following process.

"To remove soot and smoke from walls, furniture and floors, use a mild soap or detergent or mix together 4 to 6 tbsp. tri-sodium phosphate and 1 cup household cleaner or chlorine bleach to every gallon of warm water. Wear rubber gloves. Be sure to rinse surfaces with clear warm water and dry thoroughly."

A link to the Red Cross article is here

Contact Us Today to have professional help removing soot or soot cleaning services and smoke odor removal services after a fire.

Does renters insurance cover fire restoration services?

Does renters insurance cover fire restoration services?

Renters insurance does typically cover fire damage as a covered peril. You should, of course, check with your insurance agent or insurance company to understand if your own renters' policy covers fire damage.

There is an article published by policygenious.com, and a link to the article is here.

Call Us or contact us today to learn more.

Do you offer fire damage restoration services near me?

We are proud to serve our customers in Fairfield County and Westchester County and beyond.

We serve ALL towns and cities including

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Westchester County Fire Damage Clean Up

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Welcome to ServiceMaster Superior Cleaning and Restoration serving both Westchester County and Fairfield County.

We've been proud to serve local homeowners and businesses since 1993. For professional cleaning services, from one-time deep-cleaning, scheduled cleanings, biohazard cleaning and disinfecting or emergency water and flood cleanup, and fire damage restoration services, we stop at nothing to please.

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After decades of experience serving neighbors in emotional distress, our team of professionals are dedicated to delivering a remarkable customer service experience.”

Michael Vitti– Franchise Owner ServiceMaster SCI, Inc.

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WE STOP AT NOTHING™ Because the jobs not done until the jobs done right. ServiceMaster Superior Cleaning and Restoration is driven to provide exceptional results and pursue the highest standards of clean every time we enter your home or business.

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Our technicians are trained specialists. Biohazard Cleaning. Sanitizing and Disinfecting. Mold Remediation. Hazmat. Chemicals.
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We use the most advanced equipment for cleaning and decontamination.
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Eco-friendly products are available for routine processes.
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Your satisfaction is our goal, every step of the way. We work for you, and help you with your insurance claims including direct billing with most carriers.