Willimantic, CT Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

Overcoming fire damage must happen quickly before irreparable harms befall a property. With the spread of post-fire damage, large properties like the Windham Textile and History Museum and Windham Hospital could be heavily damaged without fast mitigation.

Initial Fire Mitigation Solutions to Start Restoration

Mitigating fire damage can be an important element of protecting a home after a fire damage disaster. Our fast response to these incidents ensures that emergency services get underway promptly and we produce effective solutions for:

  • soot removal
  • fire damage restoration
  • fire and smoke damage
  • fire damaged home
  • smoke cleaning 

Overcoming Soot Damage in Willimantic Properties 

One of the more formidable and challenging obstacles of fire damage restoration is the removal of soot and smoke residues. Partial combustion creates damaging particles that become aerosolized and affix themselves to horizontal and vertical surfaces. We use brushes and vacuums to eliminate loose debris before implementing wet or dry cleaning strategies to remove residual soils.

Smoke Remediation Resolves Harsh Odors in Willimantic Homes 

A persistent threat to area homes after fire damage is the presence of smoke odors throughout the structure. These odor compounds spread quickly into adjacent rooms and areas of the house. These must be resolved using a combination of counteractant products and effective deodorization equipment. We even have odor-sealing primers for repainting affected surfaces like drywall and ceilings.

See the main service page for more on smoke remediation and fire restoration solutions.

SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (860) 887-0447

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

Fire emergencies can happen day or night, on weekend or holidays. That’s why we provide 24-hour emergency fire restoration services, 365 days a year. Willimantic residents can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

When fire and water damage strikes, a fast response is critical. We’re dedicated to responding immediately day or night to your Willimantic home or business. A faster response helps to prevent secondary damage and helps to reduce cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County is locally owned and operated so we’re already nearby and ready to help Willimantic residents and business owners with any-sized fire and smoke damage emergencies.

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Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

As water and fire damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. Learn about our fire damage training/certificates.

Our Fire Restoration Process

Every fire damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” fire damage emergency.

Step 1: Emergency Contact

The fire restoration process begins when you call us. Our consultant will guide you through the crisis and may ask several questions to help us better understand the type of fire damage you experienced, determining the equipment and resources needed.

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the fire and smoke damage by examining the affected areas and by testing the adjoining rooms for smoke and soot damage. An accurate assessment is crucial to the planning process. 

Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service (if needed)

Fire damage can often compromise windows, walls, and roofs. To maintain security and to protect against further damage, we can board up missing windows and walls and place tarps on damaged roofs. 

Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)

If needed, we can begin the water removal process with powerful pumps and extraction units. This removes most of the water. We complete the water removal and drying process with industrial-strength dehumidifiers and air movers. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

Your property’s ceiling, walls, floors, and other surfaces will likely have smoke and soot residue. We’ll use specialized cleaning products, equipment, and techniques to properly clean your home or business. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Any restorable items will be cleaned and sanitized. We’ll use a variety of specialized cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. Our professionals will also remove smoke and other odors using advanced air scrubbing equipment and fogging devices with deodorizers.

Step 7: Restoration

Restoration is the process or restoring your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve relatively minor repairs, such as replacing drywall and painting, or it could include significant reconstruction of entire rooms.

Trusted Fire Restoration Leaders

If your Willimantic, CT home has been struck by fire and smoke damage, SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County is ready to go to work. We know that the stress caused from a fire can be as devastating as the structural damage itself. Our team is trained to keep you apprised of the progress we are making on your property and strives to get you back inside as soon as possible.

Reach us at (860) 887-0447 so that we can begin the process of making your fire incident a memory.