Fire Damage Cleaning

At ECOS, we understand the dangers of fire damage and the ordeal it can pose. With certification in fire damage cleaning, our professionals use state of art green technology to restore your property to pre-fire conditions.

After the fire is taken care of, you need to act quickly to save your home from the damages suffered. Here’s how the breakout of a fire ruins the living conditions:

1. Respiratory Problems:
When plastics and other synthetic materials are burnt in fire, they leave behind harmful chemicals that are hazardous to inhale. Wood smoke generally contributes the most to smoke in the premises. It contains methane, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, benzene, formaldehyde, acetic acid, formic acid, and traces of heavy metals. Such a combination of chemicals is a big red flag for the health of any person who comes in direct contact with the smoke or the remaining residue particles. So, these chemical substances need immediate and thorough removal.

2. Thermal Damage
Thermal or heat damage is a direct result of the fire itself and dissipates in all directions. When the pores to the substrates get exposed to heat, they get damaged. Certain metals such as carbon, glass, and fibers which have higher melting points may experience warping owing to the heating and cooling of the fire. Also, many paints, varnishes, oil coatings, and finishes are either consumed or worn off by the high heat.

3. Distortion of Structures
Distortion or warping caused by heat can give rise to metal stresses that can compromise the metallic components of the building, causing risks of physical or structural failure. Load-bearing machinery also needs to be tested to make sure that it has not weakened.

4. Damage from Excess Pressure
Generally, airtight buildings create a lot of smoke and pressure due to good insulation. Extinguishing materials such as water expands at high rates, resulting in steam at a very high temperature.  This high temperature and pressure can cause the building to heave or expand to such an extent that it can blow out doors, window glass, and lift roofs. Moreover, it can move very heavy equipment and destroy hard equipment and structural steel assets.

5. Chances of Damage by Electrical Shock
For safety reasons, electrical and medical equipment need to be tested for currents and improper grounding. If there is internal soot or remnant moisture in the machinery, it can cause electrocution or a future fire.

6. Possibility of Acid Attack
There is a deposit of carbon fire residue usually after a fire caused by soot. If there is a delay in the removal of the residue, it can lead to acid attack on the affected surfaces. Also, the burnt smell would then penetrate carpets, walls, and soft furnishings. This can lead to higher cleaning costs and overall losses because the items will need replacement.

Cleaning and restoration after fire damage is best left to professionals and those with expertise in the area. This is because the lingering smell of smoke and other chemicals, water damage issues, and ongoing corrosions can lead to severe damage.

If you are running out of time or feeling overwhelmed by the damages caused by fire, call ECOS at 888-491-4652 today! We have highly reliable services and can take care of all your problems effectively.

1. We have certified Fire Damage Cleaning experts with 14 years of experience.

2. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.

3. With round-the-clock emergency service, ECOS responds at any time of the day or night.

4. ECOS experts clearly explain the cleaning process to you.

5. ECOS professionals sort and clean your contents in a climate-controlled warehouse to remove all odors.

6. ECOS uses state of the art green technology to remove fire odor from your property. All of our equipment is safe for people and animals.

7. ECOS works very well with all insurance companies.

8. We take “before” and “after” photos of the fire damage and restoration to provide proof to the insurance company that the property is fully restored.

9. ECOS will walk through your property with the insurance company adjuster both before and after we perform our services. This will make the insurance claims process seamless for the homeowner or business owner.

10. ECOS provides fire damage cleaning services for small, medium, or large losses.

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