Why Apartment Fires Need Professional Fire Damage Cleanup

apartment building on fireA building fire is a dangerous and frightening experience. No one is ever expecting a fire, so the actions that come during and after the event are crucial. A fire at your apartment complex is even more unnerving than other residential fires as there are more people and more homes that can quickly be affected. If you do experience a fire in your apartment building, after making sure your residents are okay, it’s time to assess the situation and make a plan.

Cleaning up after a fire can be overwhelming, but thankfully you don’t need to do it alone. Here’s reasons why you shouldn’t try to clean up after a fire yourself, but instead hire a local Montana professional.

Visible Damage and Invisible Danger

After a fire, the visible damage is clear. But many people don’t know all of the invisible problems that are present after a fire. The extreme heat from a fire can bring the room temperature up to anywhere from 100 – 600 degrees Fahrenheit. This causes damage to walls and floors beyond just where the flames were burning.

In addition to damage caused by the intense heat and flames, firefighters will spray thousands of gallons of water at extremely high pressure to stop the fire from spreading and eventually exhaust it. There is usually a lot of structural damage, which is why you should not enter an apartment without permission from the fire department.

Flames and water from a fire cause visible damage to your building. The smoke from the burning flames and smoldering debris bring a new set of dangers into your environment. This is especially concerning for tenants of an apartment building because even though the fire may not have touched a particular unit, smoke from the fire could have traveled through the air ducts and released dangerous chemicals into other areas.

According to WebMD, “The products being burned, the temperature of the fire, and the amount of oxygen available to the fire all make a difference in the type of smoke produced.” Burning paint, furniture, and fabrics release chemicals into the air which adds another layer to what needs to be cleaned after a fire.

Alpha Omega Are the Professionals You Need

As a building owner, it’s common to want to tackle restoration on your own. However, to get the job done right and get your tenants back in their homes as quickly as possible, a professional company trained exclusively in disaster restoration is the best solution for you. That’s where Alpha Omega comes in. Alpha Omega professionals provide a 24/7 response. We can get started with cleaning and restoration of your property after a fire as soon as it’s declared safe to do so by the fire department.

What Are the Benefits of Hiring Professionals?

1.They are safe. Professionals, like Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration, have the equipment necessary to protect everyone when cleaning up from a fire.

2.Their professional results and expert knowledge.They can help give you peace of mind as well as comfort in knowing it’s being done correctly.

3.They have experience in dealing with insurance claims.The professionals at Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration have the staff and expertise to know how to file insurance claims. That can be a daunting task – leave it to us to help you through it.

4.They can save you money. They’re often able to repair items instead of replacing them, saving you time and money.

5.They work quickly. This will save you more money by allowing your tenants to get back into their apartments fast. It will also allow you to recoup your rent losses.

If a fire occurs on your property, don’t try to clean it alone. Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration is preferred in South-Central Montana to safely remove the smoke and damage caused by the after-effects of a fire. Also servicing Billinngs, Billings West End, Billings Heights, Laurel, Red Lodge, they have the crew and expertise to help with damage from fires that are big or small. They are the ones who want to help you during this time of need. They’ll do it right the first time to help you and your tenants get back to normal quickly and safely.