What Should I Do After A Fire?
Most of us are unprepared for the extensive damage that a fire can cause to our house and our lives. The damage created can turn our lives around suddenly and devastate our state of mind. Thus, recovering from it is not always easy. Repairing the losses can be the last thing on your mind; and the hardest part is often where to begin. A house covered in soot, ashes, and smoke gives a great deal of headache; and starting on the path to recovery is often hectic and confusing.
Below are steps you can take to mitigate fire damage to your property.
Always check with the fire department first to make sure your residence is safe to enter. Do this right away, and do not enter if advised against it.
Don’t move or clear any of the debris or burnt materials before the insurance company has taken photographs of the damage.
If your house is insured, contact your insurance company. They will provide detailed instructions on some immediate steps to take to protect your property, such as conducting inventory and contacting a fire restoration company.
You must conduct an inventory of damaged property and items. If there are any damaged goods, don’t throw them away. Let the insurance adjuster inspect the damage first.
Locate valuable documents or records and safeguard them.
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