Everyone knows how damaging fire can be. But the fire isn’t the only thing that causes the destruction, it is also the smoke and the accompanying water firefighters use to fight the blaze that can be a real problem.

We know that it’s the irreplaceable items in your home that you’re most worried about – family photos, your son’s football trophy or your grandmother’s dining room table. We have the latest technology to tackle the biggest messes, and if it can be restored, we can do it. From your antique dishes to your big screen television, we use ultrasonic cleaning and electronics restoration to undo the damage the fire and water and smoke have done.

As soon as the fire chief gives the all clear, we can be there to help.

What we do for you
Elite Restoration has emergency supply trailers on stand-by to respond to natural disasters 24 hours a day. We start with protecting your home and belongings from further damage and continue until the job is done. We do more than just clean-up, we clean, repair, remodel and restore your property.

• We can immediately dispatch a professional contractor to survey the damage and look for issues that need to be addressed to make the building safe to reenter.
• Our emergency supply trailer has everything we need to secure your home, protect your property and prevent further damage.
• Our staff is certified in fire, smoke and water damage restoration.
• We immediately make temporary repairs to mitigate the damage, secure your property and prevent further damage. We can then assess the situation and prepare for long-term repairs.
• We have expertise in roofing and siding repair, interior restoration and cleaning and restoration of your belongings.
• Our certified staff performs professional water extraction and drying to minimize damage and restore your property.
• We use the latest technology to properly clean and restore your belongings. We can also store your undamaged belongings until the work is done.

Immediate Actions

• Consult the fire chief about the safety of the structure and a timeline for re-entering the building.

IMPORTANT: Do not re-enter the property until the fire chief says it is OK.

• The fire department will often have your utilities shut or disconnected while they are fighting a fire.
• Check to be sure they are disconnected before entering the area. Do not attempt to re-connect your utilities yourself, and do not have them restored without approval from the fire department. It is best to have a professional look for leaks before resuming utilities.

IMPORTANT: Do not light a match or smoke on the property. And do not use electrical equipment or appliances in the property until they are properly inspected.

• When you do reenter, be aware of structural damage that may fail, such as charred beams and sagging ceilings. When appropriate, use hard hats and other safety gear.
• Stay away from electrical shock hazards. Standing water and exposed wiring can be a dangerous combination. Be careful of damage inside walls that might not be visible.
• People with allergies and respiratory problems as well as pets should stay out of the area until after clean-up is completed. Ventilating the home can remove soot residues and other harmful airborne irritants.
• If you have a fireproof safe or strongbox that survived the disaster, do not open the box for several hours, as the air inside can keep an extremely high temperature. It could burn everything in the box when the air meets the cool outside air.
• Do not consume any food, drink or medication that was exposed to the heat. These can be chemically altered and dangerous to consume. Contact your pharmacist or physician to replace your medications.

To prevent further damage, you can take these steps. An Elite Restoration professional can assist or preform these for you:

• Open windows for ventilation.
• Rub petroleum jelly or other oil on metal surfaces to inhibit oxidation of the metal surfaces.
• Wipe down grout, bath fixtures, counter-tops and appliances with household cleaners as soon as possible after a fire. Smoke residue can stain these and immediate cleaning can prevent the need to have these replaced.
• Brush smoke particulate from furnishings and draperies but do not attempt to wash walls, ceilings or other porous surfaces.
• Dispose of food and can goods exposed to excessive heat.
• Remove and deodorize clothing. Proper smoke damage cleaning is vital. Improper cleaning may set set odor and permanently.

Fighting a fire typically results in water damage as well. When applicable, you might take these steps to prevent further damage:

• Remove water from less damaged areas by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe furniture dry.
• Raise furniture out of standing water by placing it on blocks. Do not place anything with dye or color against damp surfaces as the colors may bleed and cause further damage.
• Lift any window treatments off carpet, loop through a non-metal coat hanger, and place hanger on the drapery rod.
• Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings.
• Open furniture drawers, closet doors and luggage to enhance drying.
• Move photos, paintings and art objects to a safe, dry location.
• Remove wet fabrics and dry them as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry on separately at room temperature.
• Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry.
• If damage occurs during a cool season, leave heat on. Do NOT turn the heat up to high as it can accelerate damage. Try to maintain an even temperature of 72°F/20°C; if in summer, use an air conditioner if available.

IMPORTANT: Never go into rooms with standing water if the electricity is still on. Do not use and ordinary household vacuum to remove water, and do not use electrical appliances while standing on wet carpet or wet floors.

Following these guidelines can control and minimize losses. Contracting a professional in the early stages of a disaster can save you time and money. Most insurance policies require you to mitigate a disaster and take steps to prevent further damage.