FAQs
More FAQs- Do I need to move out while you restore my home after a fire or smoke damage?
- What are some safety concerns after smoke and fire damage in my home?
- Will any items in my home be salvageable after the cleanup process, and how do you determine what can be saved?
Depending on the extent of the fire or smoke damage, this is ultimately your decision. Your insurance company may provide some guidance on this matter. Some things you may want to consider are safety concerns, odours, electricity, and disruption as a result of the equipment, work and noise that may be necessary to complete the restoration process in your home. If vacating your premises during the process, consider forwarding your mail to your temporary residence; stopping your newspaper and other deliveries; notifying your utility company, cable company, etc., of the temporary suspension of services during the restoration process.
Occupant and worker safety is ServiceMaster Restore’s top priority. During the initial inspection, safety hazards are identified and addressed, including debris removal, air quality, electrical issues, slip and trip hazards, etc. Burnt electrical appliances are separated out for disposal, and questionable electrical appliances are unplugged and tagged for evaluation of safe operation. Electrical power may have to be turned off until evaluation by a licensed electrician is completed.
Our top priority is to properly and safely remove biological waste from your home while minimizing any damage. Our highly trained technicians are equipped with industry expertise, specialized products, and equipment to effectively clean and disinfect the affected area. We understand that some items may hold sentimental or monetary value, so we take extra care in evaluating each item to determine if it can be salvaged or not. We follow strict guidelines and protocols to ensure that only items that are safe for use will be deemed salvageable. Our team will communicate with you throughout the process and provide recommendations based on our findings. Rest assured that we will do everything possible to save as many items as we can during the cleanup process.