Restoring Your Hall County Commercial Property After A Fire

9/10/2018 (Permalink)

When a fire breaks out at your Gainesville, GA, business.

Cleaning up afterward can be a challenge, even if the fire did not impact every part of the building. Smoke damage, water damage, discoloration of walls and floors and a lingering smell of smoke might all be problems you face after a fire. If you are currently dealing with the aftermath of a fire at your business, there are a few important steps to take that may help you get back to operational status faster. 

Talk to the Fire Department 

Once the fire is extinguished, you can approach the firefighters and ask a few important questions. While they might not be able to answer all your questions, you can make several inquiries, such as: 

• What started the fire
• Which parts of the building were affected
• Who to contact to get a copy of the fire department’s report 

Knowing as much as you can once the fire is contained or extinguished can help you plan cleanup efforts with more efficiency. 

Inspect the Building 

Work with your insurance company to take stock of soot damage, water damage from fire hoses and how many rooms were affected by flames. Inspecting the building can help you gauge how much it may cost to fix and whether any rooms have safety issues because of the fire. Remember to include interior walls, windows and doors in the inspection. 

Removing Smoke Odors 

Once fire damage is cleaned up, smoke damage may cause unpleasant odors to linger. Your fire damage checklist should include contacting a restoration company who specializes in removing these odors. These professionals have access to machines and cleansers that can clean the air and deodorize your building. Getting rid of smoke odors can be challenging and calling in a professional at the outset can ensure the odors are neutralized permanently. 

After a fire, your Gainesville, GA business may be affected in many ways. However, taking action such as calling for professional smoke damage repair and staying on top of insurance reports can help you get your company up and running again.