FirstOnSite Restoration | Spring Fresh Division

Property damaged by fire and smoke must be treated promptly and effectively by professionals with specialized skills. Fires emit a variety of chemicals and soot creating difficult challenges for cleaning decontamination and repair. Firstonsite has the specialized knowledge, training and resources to determine the best solutions and alternatives to meet your needs.

Content items and furnishings may at first glance appear a total loss. In many cases complete replacement may not be necessary. Smoke tends to be caustic in nature, prompt removal is essential to minimize damage to fabrics, ferrous metals, electronic devices, chrome and painted surfaces. Our certified professionals can help you determine if restoration will be a cost effective choice and our educated resources will help you determine which alternatives best meet your needs.

In Case of Fire Damage
While FAST action is important; the wrong action can delay or impede recovery
DO:

• Clean and protect chrome trim on taps and kitchen appliances with a light coating of petroleum jelly.
• Blow off or brush-vacuum loose smoke particles from upholstery, drapes and carpets before normal traffic.
• Open windows for ventilation. Change furnace filter if blower was operating.
• Empty freezer and refrigerator completely if electricity is off and pop open with a rolled newspaper.
• Wash off laminate counter tops and horizontal surfaces of appliances.
• Call a plumber to drain heating system if power is off.
• Turn off electronics, particularly computers in and around the damaged area.

DON’T:

• Wipe or attempt to wash walls, ceilings or other absorbent surfaces.
• Use upholstered furniture if it can be avoided.
• Use food items or canned goods until advised by our technicians.
• Send smoked garments to a dry cleaner until properly deodorized.

Firstonsite is committed to making sure you are satisfied with your restored property. We therefore, provide you with a ‘Two-Year Repair Warranty’, once you have agreed the work is completed to your satisfaction and have signed your insurance company’s Proof of Loss’  document.