A house fire can leave you dealing with much more than the visibly burned area. Smoke, soot, firefighting water, and damaged openings all need attention before repairs can begin.
Pence Bros has restored fire-damaged homes across Cuyahoga County since 1997. Our team handles the work from emergency securing and cleanup through drying, repairs, and reconstruction.
We close off broken windows, doors, and other openings with plywood or OSB. We also tarp damaged sections of the roof to keep rain, snow, and melting ice from causing additional damage inside the home.
Soot and smoke residue can stain, discolor, and damage surfaces when left untreated. We first identify the type of residue and the affected material, then use the appropriate combination of HEPA vacuuming, dry cleaning, and professional cleaning products to remove it without spreading contamination.
Plaster, hardwood, framing, and other porous materials can hold smoke odor long after the fire is out. After removing soot and other contaminated material, we use professional deodorization methods, such as thermal fogging or hydroxyl treatment, when appropriate for the affected area.
We remove standing water left behind by firefighting efforts, then use air movers and commercial dehumidifiers to dry affected materials. Moisture meters help us track the subfloor, framing, drywall, and other wet areas until they reach an appropriate drying level, reducing the risk of mold and additional moisture damage.
We photograph the damage, build itemized repair estimates, and speak directly with your adjuster, so you are not stuck relaying messages between two parties.
Once mitigation and cleanup are complete, we repair the damaged areas of your home. That can include drywall, flooring, trim, cabinetry, painting, and coordinating necessary electrical or plumbing repairs as part of the rebuild.
We inspect the affected areas, photograph visible damage, and identify anything that needs immediate attention. Before leaving, we secure broken windows, doors, roof openings, and other exposed areas to protect the property while the restoration plan is put together.
Once the property is stable, we determine what can be cleaned and restored and what will need to be removed or replaced. We document the scope of work, prepare repair estimates, and provide the information your insurance company needs to review the loss.
With the scope established, our crews begin the restoration work. We remove damaged materials when necessary, address water and moisture left from firefighting, and clean smoke and soot contamination. Progress is documented along the way so there is a clear record of the work completed.
If repairs require permits or local approvals, we coordinate those before reconstruction begins. For exterior changes in Chagrin Falls that require review, we also help with the applicable approval process. We then repair and rebuild the damaged areas in accordance with the approved scope.
Before the job is closed out, we inspect the completed repairs and walk through the restored areas with you. We address any remaining concerns, review the finished work, and ensure you know what has been completed before the project is considered complete.
Pence Bros has handled fire damage restoration since 1997. You get an experienced local team familiar with homes across Chagrin Falls and surrounding communities.
Chagrin Falls has many older homes where fire restoration can uncover original plaster, wood framing, hardwood, and other materials that need careful handling. Our team accounts for the home’s age and construction when planning cleanup and repairs.
You do not have to coordinate separate companies for emergency cleanup, repairs, and reconstruction. Pence Bros can manage the restoration from the first emergency work through the final rebuild.
Our team takes emergency calls around the clock so damaged openings can be secured, and the next steps can begin as soon as possible to minimize damage.
Once the fire department has cleared the property, Pence Bros can assess what needs immediate attention and explain what comes next.
If your Chagrin Falls home has been damaged by fire or smoke, call our 24/7 team to start the restoration process.
