Things to Remember After a Residential Fire in Sandy Springs

11/16/2015 (Permalink)

Candles are a huge cause of residential fires.

The Aftermath of a Sandy Springs Residential Fire

Four Things To Do Following A Fire

Experiencing a fire on your residential property can be the most upsetting thing that happens in your life. Following a residential fire in Sandy Springs, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and unprepared to deal with the aftermath. However, the professionals of SERVPRO want to ensure that you take all the steps necessary to get your home back in absolutely amazing condition. Make it happen by doing these four things following the fire:

 Ask To Reenter The Building

 Your first course of action following a Sandy Springs residential fire is determining whether it is safe for you to reenter your home. In many cases, houses impacted by fires are not structurally sound. This means going back inside could prove dangerous and even deadly. For this reason, make sure you ask the local fire department or another authority whether it is ok to go back inside.

 File Your Claim And Attain A Fire Report

 After you determine whether it is safe for you to reenter the premises, your next step is to file your claim with the insurance company. This process is very important because it determines how much coverage you will attain for any restoration services provided for the property. To ensure that you get the greatest coverage possible, make sure that you take excellent photos of all damages done to the property. In addition to filing your claim, you should also obtain a fire report which indicates the condition of your property, the areas where the fire took place, and the time and date in which it transpired.

 Make Temporary Living Arrangements

 In many cases, Sandy Springs fire damage is severe enough to preclude you from sleeping in your home. For this reason, it is prudent to make temporary living arrangements in advance. In many cases, you can stay with a friend or family member. If you do not live close to anyone you know, you may find it advantageous to relocate to a temporary lodging facility such as an extended stay hotel.

One final step you must take following a Sandy Springs residential fire is contacting the professionals of SERVPRO. As a fire damage restoration company with over 50 years of experience, we specialize in eradicating all fire damage with speed and skill. Each of our IICRC-certified technicians will also treat you with dignity and warmth as we recognize how challenging it can be to deal with the fire aftermath. 

Locally Owned Company with National Resources

As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of North Fulton County is strategically located to respond quickly to your flood and water emergency event. When fire damage occurs, we have the resources and personnel to help. Call us today! (770) 992-2777