3 Necessary Steps to Take After a Fire Occurs

1/3/2022 (Permalink)

The impact a fire can have on you, your home or business is, of course, overwhelming. Losing property, keepsakes and sometimes even more, can be devastating. In addition to the reality of the destruction that a fire might cause, the rebuilding process is often believed to be a lengthy and stressful project. However, it doesn’t have to be. With the right plan and tools, getting back on track after a fire can be easier than you think.

Step 1: Secure What You Can

We know that a fire can rip through a home or business and leave nothing left in its path. Should you be fortunate enough to be allowed access, after a Fire Marshall has given the OK, make sure that you’re practicing safe measures. In addition, salvaging what you can from the home is probably best done, as soon as possible. Depending on your limitations, you might not have access to the area once remediation work begins.

Step 2: Call Your Insurance Company

If you haven’t already reported the fire, this is a very important next step. This helps them gather the information they need in order to begin the claim process.  At this point you will be given the claim number to give to your remediation company.

Step 3: Select A Reputable Company

When choosing a company to help with the remediation, they have to be reliable. It’s important to ask for referrals, read reviews, and conduct your own research in order to find the best company to help get your home or business back to the way it was before the damage occurred.

Fire Damage Repair and Restoration Services in Suffolk County, New York

At SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma, we take great pride in our remediation and have been helping Long Island families and businesses get back on their feet for years. If you or someone you know has experienced damage caused by a fire, please call us today at (631) 296-0462 or fill out our contact form and we will be happy to begin the conversation toward a cleaner future.