Types of Fire Damage and Response to Buildings in Oak Ridge

5/20/2023 (Permalink)

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Different Types of Fires Require Specific Restoration Responses for Homes in Oak Ridge

Fires are caused by many different sources in Oak Ridge, including lightning, faulty electrical circuits, negligence, and outdated wiring systems, to name a few. These fires cause a great deal of damage; however, there are different types of fire damage in every fire, which must be addressed distinctly with appropriate processes and cleaning procedures.

SERVPRO provides fire damage cleaning and restoration services to Oak Ridge residents and building owners. Our technicians are highly trained in dealing with all types of fires, smoke residues, and chemicals used to extinguish fires.

There are three main types of damage caused by fires. These include:

• Damage caused by the flames
• Damage caused by smoke residue and odors
• Damage caused by the chemicals used to extinguish the fire, e.g., water, fire retardant, etc., and the efforts of the firefighters investigating interior walls and ceilings

SERVPRO provides fire damage cleaning and restoration services to Oak Ridge residents and building owners. Our technicians are highly trained in dealing with all types of fires, smoke residues, and chemicals used to extinguish fires.

Flame damage can be very different than an electrical fire. Flames burn fabrics and char wood and drywall products, while electrical fires may cause arcing leading to flame damage to the surrounding materials. Typically, heat from a blaze causes more extensive structural and content damage, often requiring a degree of demolition.

Smoke damage, including residues and odors, can last much longer and inundate the entire building, including all of the contents. Smoke residues may cause some porous surfaces to discolor, while nonporous surfaces can be wiped clean and the odors removed. Each item exposed to smoke damage must be evaluated, and the appropriate deodorization approach must be applied.

Water and fire retardant chemicals can lead to secondary damage, including mold and porous wood product damage. Firefighters often must break open walls and ceilings to check for hotspots. Fast removal of water, cleaning, and drying can reduce secondary damage.

SERVPRO applies controlled demolition techniques to remove secondary damage and repair or restore open walls and ceilings. We consider these issues during our initial assessment and use the appropriate fire restoration protocols to return your home to its original condition.

Call SERVPRO of Loudon & Roane Counties for fire damage restoration services. We provide service to Oak Ridge and nearby areas. We can help 24/7. Call (865) 271-9011.