Bellingham, WA Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

In the Greater Puget Sound region, moisture can often manipulate the pace and impact of fires. As leading fire recovery specialists for Whatcom County, our SERVPRO professionals can work quickly to help the thousands of homes in the area and larger commercial structures like St. Joseph Medical Center or the Bellis Fair Mall. 

Fire Mitigation to Help Bellingham Homes 

Mitigation is the actions our team takes to protect your property even after the fire gets extinguished. The earliest emergency services provide the greatest protection against the destructive capacities of post-fire loss effects like soot, smoke odors, water damage, and structural deterioration. These efforts can include:

  • Content cleaning
  • Water extraction
  • Debris removal
  • Smoke remediation
  • Soot removal 

Overcoming the Threat of Soot Damage

Soot is one of the more considerable challenges of a Bellingham house fire. Soil compositions and smoke solid deposits are formidable, requiring several cleaning approaches based on the thickness of these residues and the underlying materials that our SERVPRO team is attempting to preserve. 

How Do We Remove Malodors from Bellingham Homes?

Combustion is also widely known for offensive odor production. Depending on the heat of the fire, smoke smells can infiltrate more than the open environments around the newly extinguished blaze. Drywall and soft materials can absorb malodors. We have multiple deodorants for neutralizing molecules and helping you breathe easier in your home after a fire.

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SERVPRO of Whatcom County

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (360) 733-1800

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. Bellingham residents can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

Immediate action is crucial when dealing with water and fire damage. We’re dedicated to responding immediately when you need help. A fast response helps lessen the damage, limits secondary damage, and reduces cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

SERVPRO of Whatcom County is locally owned and operated so we are part of the Bellingham community too. When you have a flooding or water emergency, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2270 Franchises, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

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Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

We are fire damage specialists. We get started quickly to get your home or business back to pre-fire condition. We have specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs. Learn about our fire and water 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

We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. When you call, one of our representatives will ask a series of questions about the fire damage to your home or business. This information helps us respond immediately with all the needed equipment and resources.

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms of your property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a plan of action.

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

In many fire damage cases, it’s necessary to board up missing windows and walls and to place tarps on a damaged roof. This helps to maintain security and to protect against further damage. 

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

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

We clean and sanitize the restorable items and structures damaged by the fire. Our professionals use a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

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

SERVPRO of Whatcom County is prepared to go into action when a fire strikes in Bellingham, WA. If your home or business has been damaged by fire and smoke, we know how shocking the event can be. SERVPRO is sensitive to the emotional stress property owners feel during this time. Our trained crew will work diligently to return your home to pre-fire condition as quickly as possible, keeping you informed all along the way.

Let us help – Call (360) 733-1800 and we will get started on your home restoration right away.

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