August 2022 CAI-NJ

Remediation By Robin Hoy, PuroClean Cranford & Matawan

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S uppose your house or community has smoke or fire damage. In that case, calling your local disaster reme diation company as soon as possible is essential to arrive on the scene and start fire restoration. Make sure you call a firm that is local to your area to ensure fast service. A restoration specialist will minimize claims for property and possessions by responding immediately. It is best to secure the premises from wind or rain, break-ins, or curious neighbors. After the fire is put out and the building is secured, call your restoration company and your insurance broker. It is very important to know who your insurance carrier is and have a good relationship with your insurance broker, who can walk you through the claims process. What NOT to do After a Fire in Your Home or Business Do not try to clean up your walls or the room’s contents after a fire. Do not try to perform fire restoration yourself.

Leave this to the professionals. By trying to clean up and moving things yourself, you could be causing more harm than good. The oil from your hands could embed the soot onto surfaces, creating further damage. If you must touch anything, always wear gloves and an N95 mask. The toxins that are in the building pose a threat to your lungs and remember, not all smoke damage comes from an open flame. What the Restoration Specialist Does During Your Fire Restoration Once your insurance company or local fire official approves the remediation of the smoke damage, IICRC- trained technicians will assess the damage to your home or business. Additionally, they will communicate with your insurance adjuster about necessary steps and develop a plan of action to restore your home or business to pre-loss conditions.

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