What is fire and smoke damage restoration?
Fire damage restoration makes the property safe, removes soot and smoke residue, deodorises the building and contents, and repairs or replaces what cannot be cleaned. Smoke residue is acidic and keeps damaging surfaces, so cleaning should start as soon as the site is safe to enter.
Call 1300 050 565, 24/7After a fire, the damage does not stop when the flames are out. Soot and smoke residue are acidic and keep etching surfaces, staining walls and corroding metal, and the water used to put the fire out can cause its own damage. Starting restoration quickly limits what has to be replaced.
Our fire and smoke damage restoration process
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Make safe and secure
Once the fire service has cleared the site, we secure the property. That can include temporary roof repairs, boarding up openings and stopping water getting in, to prevent further damage.
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Inspection and scope
A technician inspects the structure and contents to identify what can be cleaned, what needs specialist restoration and what must be replaced, and documents the damage for your insurer.
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Water removal and drying
Water from firefighting is extracted and the building is dried with air movers and dehumidifiers to prevent secondary water damage and mould.
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Soot and smoke residue removal
Walls, ceilings, hard surfaces and contents are cleaned with soot removal methods suited to the type of residue, from dry soot to oily smoke film.
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Odour removal
Smoke odour is treated at the source using air scrubbers, ozone and thermal fogging equipment, rather than masking it with fragrances.
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Repairs and reconstruction
Materials that cannot be restored are removed and replaced, returning the property to a safe, clean and liveable condition.
Fire and smoke damage we handle
- House and unit fires
- Kitchen and appliance fires
- Electrical fires
- Smoke damage from nearby fires
- Soot staining on walls and ceilings
- Smoke odour in furniture, carpets and clothing
- Water damage from firefighting
- Commercial and industrial fire damage
Why fire damage needs fast action
Within hours, soot can discolour plastics and surfaces. Within days, it can permanently stain paint, etch glass and corrode metal fittings. Fast cleaning and drying usually means more of your home and contents can be restored rather than replaced.
Insurance claims
Fire damage is covered by most home and business insurance policies. We document the damage and the work carried out so your insurer has the evidence it needs, and we can work with your assessor on the scope of work.
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Description
The NRN response time for fire damage restoration is within 1 - 2 hours of receiving an enquiry as we offer a 24 hour a day 7 days a week emergency responders. This gives our clients a sense of professionalism with restoration expertise at the highest level of quality and integrity. Our inventory of Fire Restoration specific equipment that includes Air Scrubbers, Ozone Vapour Techs, Thermal Fog Devices, Dehumidifiers, Air Movers and Power Generators. If it’s small home to a large commercial property our teams will take the necessary steps in preventing any further damage to the structure post disaster.
When the types of structure that can range from residential properties, commercial properties, high rise hotels, government offices, churches and hospitals. With contents affected including garage doors, roofs, doors, windows and other areas that are identified throughout an inspection ran by a highly-qualified technician. Elements such as temporary roof repairs can also help stop further damage to your home and contents. Smoke damage is also another harsh outcome of a fire, but we also specialize in smoke damage repair. Our state of the art equipment allows us to address the air quality and make the necessary steps to go forth with a cleaning or do a full reconstruction. Highly trained crews will thoroughly go through your property to determine what is salvageable to help reduce in claim costs. Our professionals in the electronic and contents department can restore most belongings that have not come in complete contact with the fire. Our outstanding construction services can assure you that your property will be fully restored.
National Restoration Networks #1 goal is to make sure the customer is satisfied. We are here to work with your or your insurance company to offer whatever services may be needed to restore your property. Our services are made to make the restoration process less stressful and as easygoing as possible for the customer. When disaster strikes, we are ready if you need to make that call.
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Fire and smoke damage restoration: common questions
What should I do after a house fire?
Only enter the property once the fire service says it is safe. Do not turn on electrical items, avoid touching soot-covered surfaces, and contact your insurer. A restoration team can then secure the site and start cleaning before smoke residue causes further damage.
Can smoke damage be cleaned?
Yes, in most cases. Walls, ceilings, hard surfaces and many contents can be cleaned with specialist soot removal products, and odour can be removed with deodorising treatments. Badly charred materials are replaced.
How do you get rid of smoke smell?
Smoke odour is removed by cleaning away the residue that holds the smell and then treating the air and building materials with professional deodorising equipment. Masking sprays only cover the smell for a short time.
Is fire damage restoration covered by insurance?
Fire is covered by most home and business insurance policies. We provide photos and reports of the damage and the work done to support your claim.
Need help right now?
Our technicians are on call 24/7 and can be on-site within the hour. Tell us what happened and we'll call you straight back.
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- Homes & commercial, Australia wide
- 10+ years' experience