Gulf Breeze, FL Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

WILDFIRES



The threat of wildland fires for people living near wildland areas or using recreational facilities in wilderness areas is real. Dry conditions at various times of the year greatly increase the potential for wildland fires. Advance planning and knowing how to protect buildings in these areas can lessen the devastation of a wildland fire.

What to Do Before a Wildfire

  • Make plans to care for your pets in case you must evacuate.
  • Shut off gas, pilot lights and propane tanks. Open fireplace damper. Close fireplace screens. Move flammable furniture away from windows and sliding-glass doors. Place combustible patio furniture inside.
  • Turn on lights to increase visibility of your home in heavy smoke.
  • Seal attic and ground vents with plywood or commercial seals.
  • Connect the garden hose to outside taps.
  • Place lawn sprinklers on the roof and near above-ground fuel tanks. Wet the roof. Wet or remove shrubs near the home.
  • Leave doors and windows closed but unlocked. It may be necessary for firefighters to gain quick entry into your home.

What to Do During a Wildfire

  • Wear protective clothing, sturdy shoes, cotton or woolen clothing, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, gloves and handkerchief to protect your face.
  • The water you put into your pool or hot tub and other containers will come in handy now. 
  • Evacuate when instructed and bring your disaster supply kit.
  • Tell someone when you leave and where you are going.
  • Choose a route away from fire hazards.

SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (850) 961-2610

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

Fire emergencies can happen without warning and don’t wait for regular business hours, so we’re ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including holidays. If your Gulf Breeze home is damaged by fire, we can respond quickly, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

When fire and water damage strikes, a fast response is critical. We’re dedicated to responding immediately day or night to your Gulf Breeze home or business. A faster response helps to prevent secondary damage and helps to reduce cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County is locally owned and operated so we are part of the Gulf Breeze 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 2220 Franchises, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

We specialize in fire and water restoration. We’ve received advance training in restoration techniques and we have the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property. Learn about our fire 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)

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We then use dehumidifiers and air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

Your property’s ceiling, walls, floors, and other surfaces will likely have smoke and soot residue. We’ll use specialized cleaning products, equipment, and techniques to properly clean your home or business. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Any restorable items will be cleaned and sanitized. We’ll use a variety of specialized cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. Our professionals will also remove smoke and other odors using advanced air scrubbing equipment and fogging devices with deodorizers.

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

When fire and smoke damage your Gulf Breeze, FL property, you can trust SERVPRO of Santa Rosa County to restore your home or business back to its original state. We understand that fire doesn’t just damage your home, but also causes emotional distress as well. Trained SERVPRO franchise professionals will talk to you through the entire restoration process, and work hard to get you back into your property soon.

Call (850) 961-2610 - We are ready to start restoring your home to pre-fire condition.