Why the Right Fire Damage Equipment is so Important

6/15/2021 (Permalink)

When there’s a fire at your home, your first priority is the fire itself. Once the fire’s out and the fire trucks have left, it’s time to deal with the resulting fire damage. But did you know that you have a higher chance of saving your belongings (including precious documents, like pictures) and preserving your house if you choose the right fire damage restoration company that has the best fire damage equipment for the job? 

Here’s why SERVPRO of Danvers / Ipswich should be your choice for your Massachusetts fire damage restoration. 

Cleaning to Restore vs. Replace

First, we have a “restore” versus “replace” mentality that helps you save money when you need to clean your keepsakes that were damaged in the fire. Our cleaning equipment uses state-of-the-art methods, including:

• Dry Cleaning. Cleaning up light residues or to pre-clean prior to wet cleaning.
• Wet Cleaning. An effective cleaning method for removing moderate to heavy residues.
• Spray and Wipe. Effective for items that can’t withstand wet cleaning.
• Foam Cleaning. Used for upholstery fabrics that might shrink or bleed if wet cleaned.
• Abrasive Cleaning. Involves agitation of the surface being cleaned.
• Immersion Cleaning. Contents are dipped into a bath of the cleaning product.

Cleaning Electronics 

Fire-damaged electronics are best left to professionals like SERVPRO of Danvers / Ipswich. We have the technology and equipment to remove smoke residue and the resulting acids on your fire-damaged electronics.  

Drying Documents and Photographs

When your valuable documents, including photographs, are damaged by water or fire, extreme caution should be taken to help ensure the fire damage does not destroy the document. Although some documents may not be restored to pre-fire damage condition, SERVPRO of Danvers / Ipswich can save a great deal and help minimize additional damage. Learn more about our document restoration services.