What Is Fire Damage and How Does Restoration Work?

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Fire restoration services are essential when your property becomes damaged by flame, smoke, and soot. ATI Restoration is here every day of the year—even on weekends and holidays—to answer your call and respond to your needs.

We Provide Nationwide Fire Restoration Services

Fire damage can permeate multiple areas of a structure even when it appears localized. This leads to visible and invisible damages that, if not addressed, can result in structural instability, lingering odors, mold growth, and other complications. ATI Restoration’s 24-Hour Emergency Response ensures a crew of certified restoration professionals will be dispatched right away to provide a thorough inspection and a clear path to recovery.

The residential and commercial disaster restoration experts at ATI are certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration (IICRC) and licensed and trained in their respective trades. This enables us to provide fire restoration services that return your home or business to its best-ever condition in the shortest amount of time possible.

If you are dealing with fire damage, no matter the time of day, call ATI Restoration 24/7/365 for immediate assistance. We are a nationwide fire and smoke restoration company with more than 65 offices throughout the country.

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Fire Damage: Understanding Its Extent and Impact

Fire destruction is often obvious, but not always. While the burning process and high temperatures can compromise the structural integrity of a building and lead to substantial damage or even complete loss, problems can continue long after the flames are extinguished.

Smoke—both from the fire and efforts to extinguish it—can cause extensive damage to surfaces and contents, stain walls and furniture, corrode metal, and leave behind a lingering, unpleasant odor. Similarly, soot, a black powdery or flaky substance that often accompanies fire damage—sticks to and stains everything it touches. These two elements combined can make fire restoration incredibly difficult.

In addition to destruction from flames and damage from smoke and soot, the water and chemicals used by firefighters to douse fires can damage properties and their contents. Water can permeate walls and flooring, leading to mold growth and structural instability, whereas firefighting foams and powders can be corrosive to the structure. These issues all need to be considered when assessing the damage and developing a fire restoration services plan.

Health Risks Associated with Fire Damage

What Are the Most Common Sources of Fire Damage?

Fire is an ever-present risk because it can result from several everyday activities. Some of the most common causes of fire include:

  • Electrical Malfunctions. This includes overloaded circuits, aging electrical systems, faulty wiring, and the misuse of extension cords. Electrical fires can cause widespread damage beyond the fire source.
  • Improperly Discarded Smoking Materials. Cigarettes, cigars, or other smoking materials that aren’t properly extinguished can cause fires. This is particularly risky when smoking in bedrooms or when flammable materials like paper or upholstery are nearby.
  • Unattended Cooking. Leaving cooking food unattended is the leading cause of home fires. Grease fires in particular can quickly get out of control and cause substantial damage. Protein fires, resulting from burnt foods, often leave a strong odor and residue.
  • Heating Appliances. Portable heaters, fireplaces, and furnaces can all cause fires if not properly maintained or if they’re placed too close to flammable materials. This can lead to complex fires involving synthetic materials, which can produce thick soot and toxic fumes.
  • Candles. Unattended candles or those placed near flammable items (such as curtains) can easily lead to a fire. These can swiftly destroy walls, support structures, and roofing.
  • Wildfires. Wildfires can start from natural causes like lightning strikes or from human activities such as discarded cigarettes, unattended campfires, or even arson. Wildfires often result in the complete destruction of homes, businesses, and outbuildings.

The damage caused by these types of fires can vary significantly in scale depending on their source, the proximity of the source to flammable substances or materials, the duration and spread of the fire, and so much more. In some cases, fire damage might be limited to minor repairs, but more severe cases can lead to significant structural damage or even total loss of the property.

No matter the size of the project, our residential and commercial disaster restoration professionals are here to provide customized fire restoration services exactly when you need them most. Reach out 24/7/365 for immediate assistance.

What Is Fire Damage Restoration?

Fire damage restoration is aimed at reversing the damage caused by fire, including damage from flames, smoke, soot, and water from firefighting efforts. The goal is to return your property to its pre-fire condition as quickly as possible.

The fire damage restoration timeline can vary based on the fire’s severity. Minor damages might be resolved in days, while significant fires requiring extensive repairs could take weeks or more.

ATI Restoration maintains open lines of communication while providing fire restoration services. We are committed to keeping you informed of progress and providing peace of mind as we work to restore your property to its pre-damage condition—or better—within the shortest possible amount of time.

Our Fire Restoration Services

The fire damage restoration process is designed to fully address and repair structures, furnishings, and other contents damaged by fire. While each project is customized to meet the unique needs of the property owner, the fire damage restoration process often includes:

This involves a rapid initial response to assess the damage and begin to plan the restoration process.

To secure the property from further damage, theft, or weather, the damaged areas might be boarded up until restoration work can begin.

If water was used to extinguish the fire, the excess needs to be promptly removed. Then, advanced drying and dehumidification techniques can be applied to ensure a thoroughly dry, moisture-free environment.

Using specialized equipment and cleaning techniques, we remove soot, smoke, and other residues from the structure. This can include the walls, ceilings, and permanent fixtures.

We utilize advanced techniques to neutralize and remove any lingering smoke odors and soot from surfaces.

The air duct system and HVAC units are thoroughly cleaned and restored to improve indoor air quality and ensure health, safety, and proper functioning.

Recoverable items are cleaned, deodorized, and restored. This can range from furniture and appliances to personal belongings.

Any necessary repairs are made, from minor fixes like replacing carpet and repainting walls to major tasks such as rebuilding entire sections of the property.

Our fire restoration services include everything from drywall repair to the reconstruction of entire rooms or buildings. Our professionals provide all reconstruction tasks, eliminating the need for subcontracting and giving us complete control over the restoration process. This not only streamlines our services but also cuts expenses and enables us to work on your property without unnecessary delays.

ATI Restoration Is Here to Help

Choosing us for your fire and smoke restoration project offers distinct advantages:

24-Hour Emergency Response

Our rapid service allows us to quickly respond to fire and smoke damage, ensuring rapid recovery and support.

Communication & Trust

ATI ensures you're consistently updated throughout the restoration process and none of your questions go unanswered.

Licensed & Certified Technicians

Our technicians meet rigorous standards for knowledge and training from IICRC and other elite organizations.

​​Prioritizing Safety & Standards

We ensure the safety of our customers and staff through strict adherence to state, local, and federal guidelines.

Decades of Experience

Our unparalleled expertise stems from over three decades in the reconstruction industry.

Efficient Services

Our Fast-Track Reconstruction protocol streamlines all aspects of recovery from a fire.

We utilize advanced technology and techniques to tackle rebuilding challenges efficiently, helping you get back to normal as soon as possible. Our focus on quality workmanship and commitment to always doing the right thing translates into exceptional results, no matter the extent of the damage we are addressing.

Contact Us for Immediate Fire Restoration Services

If you are dealing with structural damage in the aftermath of a fire, ATI Restoration is here to help. With more than 65 locations throughout the country, we are available 24/7/365 to dispatch a team of qualified restoration professionals to your property within hours.

Contact us online or call us right away to learn about our fire restoration services and how we can help you get back to normal without delay.

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