“Restoration” refers to the entire process of returning fire-damaged properties to their pre-fire condition. The overall restoration process has distinct phases, each requiring specific steps. Cleanup is one of those phases, and restoring possessions and the home or business to structural integrity is another phase. Central Coast Casualty Restoration (CCCR) has been helping victims of fire to clean up and restore their properties since 1996. Those 30-plus years of experience have given the team unique and professional insight into the entire fire damage restoration process, and the importance of each phase, for San Luis Obispo County fire victims.
Beginning with the assessment phase to determine the extent of damage, including preparing a detailed report for the insurance claim, and boarding up the property to prevent trespassing and further damage, the primary phases can be classified into:
- Cleanup includes removing debris from the fire, removing water, moisture, and mold if encountered, drying wet areas, removing permanently damaged structural materials, separating furnishings and personal property that can be saved, cleaning and restoring those items, removing soot and ash, deodorizing, and creating a clean and clear space so the structure can be safely restored
- Restoration includes repairing furniture, restoring damaged artwork, and other personal items. Other restoration tasks include replacing windows, doors, repairing the roof, floors, walls, insulation, cabinets, damaged appliances, plumbing fixtures, and everything else that can be repaired and made new again.
CCCR is available 24/7 for emergencies so that fire damage restoration anywhere in San Luis Obispo County can start as soon as possible.
Cleanup
Cleanup starts right way focusing on removing debris, boarding up openings, handling soot and smoke residue, drying water from firefighting, and reducing safety hazards. It is about stabilizing the building, preventing more damage, and saving and cleaning what has not been permanently damaged or destroyed by the fire.
Steps of the cleanup phase include:
- Disposing of debris from the fire, which can include construction materials, destroyed appliances and electronics, carpeting, clothing, and other flammable materials. Food items are also disposed of because they have been exposed to firefighting chemicals as well as soot, ash, and extreme heat.
- Drying and ventilating areas damaged by water or mold, using industrial-quality fans, vacuums, dehydrators, and advanced techniques.
- Removing water and mold-damaged structural elements.
- Separating furnishings and personal items that can be restored. Drying, cleaning, and deodorizing as needed, and sending them to experts who can repair and restore them. For example, appliances would be repaired by appliance repair specialists, rugs and upholstered furniture would be restored by experts in those fields.
- Sanitizing to remove any trace of chemicals, soot, and ash.
- Washing or dry cleaning fabric items such as clothing, linens, drapes and curtains.
- Drying water-damaged books, art, and paperwork.
Restoring the building and personal property
Restoring the building and personal property to their pre-fire condition includes:
- Restore or repair the damaged furnishings that have been moved off-site.
- Rebuild or repair the roof.
- Replace drywall and flooring.
- Replacing windows, doors, both exterior and interior.
- Replacing façade damage to the exterior.
- Replace fixtures, countertops, and cabinets.
- Replace any damaged electrical and plumbing systems.
The goal is to return the building to its pre-fire condition so the family can move back home or employees can return to work as soon as possible.
The expert touch that makes a difference
With over 30 years of experience helping people restore their homes and businesses after a fire, the CCCR team provides the highest level of fire damage restoration for San Luis Obispo County that is possible.
Individual team members are IIRC certified in a variety of restoration categories, including:
- Fire damage.
- Water damage.
- Mold damage.
- Reconstruction services
- Carpet cleaning.
- Tile and grout cleaning.
- Upholstery cleaning.
- Sewage cleanup.
- Biohazard/trauma cleaning.
“We’re here to support you when you need cleaning and restoration services. We will be there for you day or night with a 24/7 response hotline available. When you need us, call us right away!”
We operate as a service-area business and respond directly to properties throughout San Luis Obispo County.
Call (805) 466-5419 anytime, day or night. We respond 24/7 to emergencies.
