Fire Damage Restoration Levittown PA
Our core principles are simple: Integrity, Loyalty, Honesty and Pride in the work we do and the relationships we build with all of our customers.
When disaster strikes, it becomes imperative to seek out fire and smoke restoration professionals who can help piece everything back together. Only trained technicians have the equipment and experience needed to identify problem areas and follow through with the necessary repairs. While it may be cheaper to employ family and friends to aid in the cleanup of a disaster, it will surely leave many stones unturned. Fire and water restoration professionals are also adept at dealing with the aftermath of a blaze. The damage is quickly apparent, and may totally destroy furniture and carpet. There are, however, proper ways of removing any remnants of a blaze, including problematic soot and ash. Since ash can tarnish and corrode metals, it’s imperative to hire trained fire damage restoration professionals only, as they have the knowledge and tools to properly identify the problematic areas whilst minimizing secondary damage.
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The fire damage restoration of Levittown team of MSI is here to help. We’ve helped thousands of families and business owners get back into their property in a quick, cost effective and safe manner. We are an IICRC Certified Firm, and hold the highest levels of training offered in the fields of damage restoration including fire and smoke cleanup. Our quick call to action will help prevent soot from embedding into building materials and personal contents, saving time and money. And we have a satisfaction guarantee when it comes to fire and smoke damage cleanup, so we don’t leave until you’re absolutely happy. Since 1998, we at Mold Solutions & Inspections have always put you first.
Top Causes of House Fires
House fires cost home owners $6.9 Billion each year in total loss claims. But what are some of the causes and statistics associated with fire losses? Here’s a quick list:Â
- 42% of house fires start from CookingÂ
- 18% from Electrical issuesÂ
- 17% come from Arson casesÂ
- 15% from Heating related issuesÂ
- 5% from SmokingÂ
- 3% from indoor CandlesÂ
- 0.02% from playing ChildrenÂ
62% of house fire deaths are in homes without smoke detectors or working smoke detectors. Newer homes are equipped with hard lined smoke detectors, but battery operated units usually can go days if not weeks before batteries are changed. And regular maintenance checks on each smoke detector isn’t something people think about until an incident occurs. One civilian fire death occurs ever three hours in the United States, and Fire Departments respond to over 350,000 house fires each year.
Selecting the Right Fire Damage
Fire damage clean up is an arduous process that often requires the proper industrial equipment and time. In addition, time is of the essence. In the wake of a fire, when victims are faced with insurance matters, arrangements for interim housing, and possible health concerns, homeowners are unlikely to make salvage efforts the top priority. Sadly, this could present a costly dilemma. In these cases, the services of a certified fire restoration company are invaluable. Delays in fire damage clean up can have serious consequences, so immediate intervention is critical to minimize exposure to these damaging agents in hopes of limiting restoration costs.
Within minutes after the blaze is extinguished, acidic soot residue causes discoloration of plastics. Certain materials like marble and alabaster could be marred permanently.
It only takes a matter of hours for acidic soot to cause yellowing of bath fixtures, counter tops, and the tarnishing of unprotected metals. Furniture and appliances may also discolor.
Within days, acid residues may permanently discolor walls and cause corrosion and rusting of metals. Flooring made of wood or vinyl must be replaced (or at the least refinished), and textiles such as clothing and furniture upholstery becomes irreparably stained.
In a matter of weeks, carpet may become unsalvageable due to discoloration. Silver plated fixtures are irreversibly corroded. Glass, crystal, and china may become severely etched and pitted due to extended exposure to acidic soot residue.
Structural destruction caused by the flames, acidic soot alone can cause irreparable harm to a home’s interior and belongings. But the problems don’t end there. Odor removal can present another challenge, and ceiling or box fans alone are not always powerful enough to disperse the smell of smoke. Water damage caused by first responders in an effort to extinguish the inferno further complicates matters.Â
When selecting a restoration firm to perform fire damage clean up, consumers should ensure that the candidate’s training is up to date and backed by formal documentation. Workman’s comp policies should be provided to ensure you are not responsible for any work related injuries, and those polices should be checked with a phone call to the carrier. No fire damage restoration should be allowed to step onto site without proof of all proper documentation and any company official fighting or delaying in this process should be removed from your list because they have something to hide. Plus, your name and property should be listed as an additional carrier on their insurance, further protecting you and your property.Â
From the moment we step through the door, the fire damage restoration process is tailored to your needs. Our attention to detail and dedicated fire damage restoration team takes pride in restoring your home to the way it was without any compromise. If you should be affected by fire and smoke damage, call us today and see why MSI is the highest rated and most trusted fire and smoke damage cleanup company in Levittown Pa.
About Us
Established in May of 1998, for more than 25 years we have provided an unmatched level of service for mold testing, mold remediation, water damage restoration, fire and smoke cleanup, bio-hazard cleaning, and hoarding cleanup. We have also served as expert witnesses in more than 25 cases in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the last 4 years. We are an IICRC certified firm, which means all of our employees are trained and certified with the latest techniques for the highest standard of restoration, and we pride ourselves on our continuing education.
No matter the loss, our mission is to return your home to pre-loss conditions in a safe, quick, and cost-efficient manner. Our core principles are simple: integrity, loyalty, honesty, and pride in the work we do and the relationships we build with all of our customers. We want to make any situation you may encounter as stress-free as possible while returning your home and your life back in order with minimal disruption. We always listen to our clients and commit ourselves to consistently meeting and/or exceeding their expectations with forethought, flexibility, customer focused service, and unmatched quality.
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