If you’ve had a fire or smoke damage in your home, you know that everything has been damaged by smoke and soot. When synthetic and natural materials burn, soot is left behind. This black residue clings to hard surfaces, ceilings and walls. Soot is a messy irritant, and it can damage the materials it touches. […]
Housefires happen every year for a number of reasons. No amount of prevention can completely eliminate the risk of a fire starting in your home. But knowing the major causes of housefires can help you take the precautions necessary to reduce the risk of a fire breaking out in your home. The professionals at Challis […]
If your home has suffered from fire or smoke damage, the lingering smell of smoke and accumulation of soot and ash may seem like a nightmare that is never going to be fixed. Fire and smoke damage can from a variety of events like cooking, electrical problems, gas leaks, candles, and indoor heating. After fire […]
The damage following a fire in your home in Cedar Rapids is daunting. Many homeowners feel the urge to clean up the damage right away, and get their lives back to normal, but most do not know how or where to start. There are certain things that should and should not be done, and steps […]
According to the National Fire Prevention Association, U.S. fire departments responded to about 3,300 office property fires per year between 2007 and 2011. Those fires resulted in about $112 million in property damage each year, and most were in business offices – and happened during business hours. However, the good news is the number of […]
Fire damage prevention is as easy as slapping up a few smoke detectors around the house and making sure the fire extinguisher is in the kitchen, right? Unfortunately, that is not enough to prevent a house fire from occurring. As homeowners, we need to take a more comprehensive approach to prevent and prepare for house […]
People often think that once a fire is out, the danger is gone and it is safe to re-enter a property. Unfortunately, property fires leave a lot of hazardous problems after the blaze is extinguished. There are precautions that need to be taken to make sure a property is safe to enter and there […]
Now that summer has now arrived, the last thing on your mind is having fire damage to your property. If a fire does happen to your home or other property, it can be very overwhelming for most people. Many of us think that once a fire does happen our home or property, it can no […]
Smoke damage is an unfortunate side effect of a fire in your Tipton home, and can sometimes cause more damage than the fire itself. Smoke and soot damage affects your property differently, and the acidic properties of the smoke can cause permanent damage to various items over time. About Smoke and Soot Damage Smoke and soot […]
Experiencing a house fire can be devastating for any family. Once the fire has been put out it is important to call in a professional fire damage cleanup company in Cedar Rapids. The faster you act the higher your chances of salvaging fixtures, household items, metal and furniture. Call in Challis Restoration Services when your […]