When your home is affected by fire or water damage, it can be devastating. The thought of how and where to start the cleanup might seem overwhelming. Acting quickly and calling professional help to restore your home to a habitable state is essential. But choosing the wrong company can be costly. Discover what to look for in a fire and water damage restoration company.
Licensing and Certification
You should always choose an accredited, licensed, certified, and insured restoration company to assist with fire and restoration damage work in your home. Opting for an unlicensed or uninsured company leaves you open to false costs, shoddy work, and potential lawsuits.
With a certified company, you get peace of mind knowing that you’re dealing with restoration experts. The primary certification to look for is IICRC, the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification.
Immediate Response
Fire and water damage can happen anytime, and you need to address it quickly. You should choose a restoration company that responds to calls 24/7. The firm should offer an emergency response team that arrives soon after your call to assess the damage and make a plan of action.
By identifying potential structural problems early, you can prevent further deterioration of your home. A professional fire and water damage restoration company will give you an accurate estimate of the costs involved, and you’re unlikely to be hit with additional expenses down the line.
Multiple Services
You want a fire and water damage restoration company that covers all aspects of the restoration process, from drying and dehumidification to cleaning carpets and furniture and performing construction work. Restoration work can uncover issues such as mold, and the technicians should be able to deal with whatever arises in the process.
The Latest Equipment and Techniques
Water damage restoration services involve removing standing water and drying and dehumidification. Cleaning and sanitization following a fire require state-of-the-art industrial-quality equipment and materials. A fire and water damage restoration company should have specialized equipment to ensure the fastest and most efficient restoration process. Technicians should be able to address the fire and water damage and provide proper cleanup.
Reputation
When you face a crisis such as fire or water damage, your research may uncover questionable businesses that won’t complete the work correctly. Before choosing a restoration company, check how long the firm has operated its business and look at its customer feedback. A reliable, well-established, locally owned and operated company should have great reviews from previous customers. Ask neighbors and friends about their own experiences with the company and if they were happy with the work.
When disaster strikes at your home in the VA Peninsula region, Steamatic is at hand to provide complete fire and water damage restoration. Our emergency response team is available 24/7 to ensure the fastest service and help avoid further damage to your property. Steamatic of VA Peninsula is pleased to provide recovery services for residential and commercial customers that stabilize the environment, secure the property, and reduce further damage to homes or business structures.
