Crow Wing County Fire Damage from Woodburning Fireplace.

1/6/2020 (Permalink)

Personal belongings and memories soot stained from fire in adjacent room.

For Homeowners, Putting Out A FIRE Can Be Worse Than The FIRE ITSELF

A backdraft of emotions often sweeps over the homeowners after a fire ravages a home.  Fear, uncertainty, stress and doubt about the future of the property can overwhelm the homeowner long after the flames have been extinguished and the smoke has cleared.

So after the first wave of heroes have rescued the property, let SERVPRO of Brainerd and Park Rapids help you restore it.  With the industry-approved training to employ rapid response, the utmost professionalism, cutting-edge technology and open communication, we strive to restore not only the home, but the customer's peace of mind as well.

The first 48 hours after fire damage can make the difference between restoring versus replacing your property and personal belongings.  SERVPRO of Brainerd and Park Rapids can help prevent fire damage from creating long-term problems.  SERVPRO of Brainerd and Park Rapids provides timely response with mitigation services ranging from fire, smoke and soot removal to contents claims inventory and document restoration.  These services help ensure your property, belongings and memories are restored to preloss condition when possible.

What You Can Do Until Help Arrives

• Limit movement in the home to prevent sootparticles from spreading and additional damage from occurring.
• Place clean towels or old linens on rugs and high traffic areas and upholstery.
• Coat chrome faucets, trim and appliances with petroleum jelly or oil.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet.
• Do not wash any walls or painted surfaces.
• Do not shampoo carpet or upholstery.
• Do not clean any electrical equipment
• Do not send clothing to a dry cleaner since improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

SERVPRO of Brainerd and Park Rapids is available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year to help you regain control quickly. 218-568-6923.