Fire Restoration in Lynn Begins with Scoping the Structure

4/6/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO fire restoration services are second to none. We will be on-site within 4 hours of the initial call.

Several Procedures Are Involved in Fire Restoration Scoping in Lynn

An important first step in the fire remediation process is finding out the extent, type, and cleanup requirements of your fire-damaged Lynn home. Knowing this information enables restoration firms to determine what equipment and supplies are necessary to complete the job and the time it might take to finish the work.

SERVPRO, a Lynn fire restoration service, follows all of the generally accepted procedures for properly evaluating residences impacted by fire. Once our technicians arrive on-site, they quickly assess the fire and smoke damage of fire-damaged homes. After they have gained sufficient knowledge of your particular situation, SERVPRO begins its house fire cleanup and fire restoration efforts.

In general, our scoping measures involve:

• Measuring the dimensions of affected rooms and determining the extent, or impact number and percentage, of materials fouled by the fire-related event
• Pre-testing all surfaces, exposed and hidden, with a dry cleaning sponge first to see if the dry method can be used to remove discovered residues
• Then, performing wet cleaning pre-tests on surfaces not responding well to the dry test with a cleaning cloth and a pre-mixed solution of Wall and Surface Cleaner #351 or this cleaner enhanced with Solvent Additive #253 if the residue is greasy
• Wiping away pre-testing effects so that contrasts between test sites and other areas are eliminated or reduced as much as possible
• Documenting pre-existing issues on a scope sheet and preventing secondary damage by cleaning acidic residues off of and lubricating expensive metal features like faucets and appliance trims
• Carefully avoid disturbing hazardous materials, like lead and asbestos, and refer such issues to a qualified abatement contractor 

So, if your home ever needs fire restoration, don’t hesitate to call your helpful neighbors at SERVPRO of Lynn/Lynnfield. Our experts are always ready to assist you at (781) 593-6663.