Garage Fire Restoration in Baton Rouge

7/17/2023 (Permalink)

Have you had to deal with a garage fire in East Baton Rouge? Contact SERVPRO of East Baton Rouge and Ascension to help!

Garage fires can be devastating to homeowners, preventing them from enjoying their homes for several days and causing great discomfort. Fires can cause physical harm, but they can also harm people emotionally, leading to trauma. After the fire has been extinguished, you should take a moment to relax and clear your mind before beginning the restoration process. 

After you've extinguished the fire in the garage, follow the steps and suggestions below.

Inspection and Assessment of Damages

After dealing with a fire in your garage, you should first look at the damage to your garage so you can figure out what to do next. 

Before going in, you should let some fresh air into the garage by opening the doors and windows. This will also help the smoke and soot clear out of the area. 

When determining the extent of the damage, it is most important to inspect the building's structure and to look for items and areas that were spared.

To avoid further damage, any items that were not affected by the fire should be moved to a safe location or covered with plastic.

When inspecting, make a list of the damage done, the items that need to be replaced, and what can be salvaged. The focus should be on items or areas that require immediate attention.

Cleaning and Removal of Soot

Following the inspection and assessment of the damage, you must clean all affected areas and remove the soot caused by the fire. Most of the time, the water used to put out the fire can soak all your belongings in the garage. 

If the firefighters use chemical extinguishers, wash and clean everything thoroughly to get rid of the bad smell and toxic substances. Remove all excess water to prevent water from soaking into the floor and walls. You can use air movers and a commercial dehumidifier to ensure your garage is dry.

Other items in the garage must be removed and cleaned, such as rugs, furniture, exposed clothing, or doormats.

Getting rid of soot is difficult during restoration; soot can damage your property if not removed within two days.

Soot removal must be thorough and done correctly, as it can seriously affect your health and your property.

Cleaning everything on your own can be extremely dangerous because carcinogens in smoke and soot pose a significant risk to your health. It is best to leave such clean-up to professionals who will do so safely and with the proper tools.

If your home has been damaged by a garage fire, you must act quickly. Please contact SERVPRO of East Baton Rouge and Ascension at (225) 753-3434 if you need assistance with the restoration process. We'll work quickly to restore your home to its original state.

Eliminating Smoke Residue

This is another crucial stage in the restoration process, and it must be completed as soon as possible before the smoke in your garage settles into the air permanently. It is as important as removing soot and must be done properly. 

You can improve the quality of the air in your garage by using either an air scrubber or air movers. We suggest using a shop vacuum with a HEPA filter to get rid of all the dust and dirt.

After the debris has been successfully removed, another issue will be the foul odor caused by the smoke, which will linger even after a thorough clean-up. This offensive odor can be removed with a strong deodorizing element such as hydroxyl.

All charred items must be removed.

A garage fire can seriously damage your enclosure and a number of the items stored in the garage. Because the garage is frequently used to store chemicals, expensive equipment, and valuables, it can be very expensive for homeowners because all of these items can be destroyed. 

After the fire has been extinguished, it is important to begin the restoration process to reduce the dangers of soot and smoke in your garage. Please contact SERVPRO of East Baton Rouge and Ascension at (225) 753-3434 if you need cleaning and restoration assistance. We'll get to work right away to restore your house to normalcy.