FIRE DAMAGE RESTORATION & CLEANUP IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Get Help for Fire Disasters in the Home
Witnessing your home and cherished belongings consumed by fire can be among the most traumatic experiences a homeowner can face. In the wake of such catastrophic loss, comfort comes from receiving clear direction and assistance in recovering as much as possible from the effects of fire and smoke damage in Chicago, IL.
Whether it’s a minor kitchen fire or a major disaster, all fires demand detailed cleaning. Acting fast is essential to avoid more harm to your property or possessions. Cleaning up every trace, even using a vacuum for tiny particles, is vital. At ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services, our team consists not just of skilled experts but compassionate individuals dedicated to returning you to your home right away.
ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services professionals use advanced equipment to remove persistent fire smells and residue, mend your building’s structure, and minimize lasting smoke impacts. We also clean up any residual ash or soot and make sure all rooms are well-aired, ensuring your home is ready and safe to live in again.
We are committed to guiding and updating you throughout the entire fire damage restoration and cleanup process, backed by our experience of over 25 years. ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services is your best choice for restoration and cleaning services in the Chicago area.
Call ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Servicestoday at Chicago: (773) 362-2667 or Suburban Areas: (847) 851-4436 to schedule an estimate. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Common Types of Fire
- Protein Fire - This results from food on the stove or in the oven getting burnt. It leaves a strong burnt food smell and smoke residue on items and surfaces.
- Complex Fire - This happens when various natural and artificial objects in your house catch fire. It leads to black smoke residue on items and surfaces along with synthetic smoke smells. Immediate action is required to prevent further damage to vulnerable surfaces.
- Natural Fire - Fires that involve trees, bushes, and shrubs, with the smoke entering and affecting the building, leading to smoke residue and odor.
- Furnace Malfunction - This is when heating devices, like oil-powered furnaces, malfunction and spread smoke throughout the premises.
Our Fire Damage Restoration and Cleanup Services Include:
- Initial Inspection
- Insurance Company Contact and Direct Billing
- Board-up Services
- Pack-out and Move-in Services
- Content Cleaning
- Sanitization and Disinfection of Structural Materials
- Water Damage Restoration
- Final Inspection
- Repair Services (drywall replacement, carpet installation, etc.)
Professional Fire Damage Restoration Process
- Determining the source and type of fire
- Evaluating water-damaged areas caused by fire-fighting efforts
- Restoring water damage, if present
- Checking items that might be damaged by smoke or soot
- Taking contents out of the home, including:
- Gathering essentials you'll need for the next seven days, like clothes, medicine, toys, work/school items, etc.
- Packing out the remaining contents for cleaning and storage
- Restoring the house's structure, including:
- Removing any charred contents that may that could trap smoke smell, such as insulation
- Checking if carpets or floors need replacing
- Treating surfaces to remove smoke smell and sealing them to prevent odors from leaking back into the house
- Cleaning and removing odors from surfaces
- Putting items back and helping you get back to your regular life
Fire Damage Cleanup
Structural Cleaning
Even after the fire stops, the harm doesn’t. A lot of materials in furniture and floors are artificial. When these burn, they cause complex chemical reactions that ruin them and leave them irreparable in a matter of days. Our team at ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services knows how to handle these chemicals to save and clean your precious belongings. We can even get rid of soot from things like metals, stone, tiles, and fabrics in furniture and carpets. Acting fast can help save more of your things.
Content Removal/Packing
When a fire happens, your personal items often get damaged. To restore everything properly, we often need to take out these items from your home. This helps us not just restore the property, but also your clothes, furniture, and more. Even if some items are not affected, taking them out ensures a smoother and more effective restoration process.
Fire Damage Dos and Don’ts from ServiceMaster Restore
What to Do If You’re in the Middle of a Loss
- Corrosive by-products can cause irreversible etching in as few as 72 hours. Call ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services at (773) 362-26670 for professional help.
- If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.
- Clean laminate surfaces as well as chrome, porcelain, and aluminum fixtures to prevent permanent tarnishing or etching.
- Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
- Tape damp cheesecloth over returns and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.
- Discard any open food packages.
- If the electricity is off, clean out the refrigerator and leave the doors propped open.
- Send clothing with heavy smoke damage to a qualified restoration dry cleaner.
What Not to Do
- Do not touch anything with your bare hands. Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls, and woodwork, causing additional damage.
- Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue.
- Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture.
- Do not use electrical appliances until you have them checked.
- Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.
Why Choose Us?
Call the Professionals in Chicago, IL
Fire damage restoration is not a DIY job. Fire residue is hazardous to human health, and at the same time, improper restoration techniques can only worsen the damage. ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services has the experience and equipment needed to perform the job properly. No emergency is too small or large for our team!
Call ServiceMaster Quality Restoration Services today at Chicago: (773) 362-2667 or Suburban Areas: (847) 851-4436 or message us online to schedule an appointment. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist in restoring your property back to normalcy in Chicago, Illinois.
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