What do you do after a fire in your home?

12/21/2020 (Permalink)

We are here for you in any type of fire related loss.

When a fire strikes your home, it can be devastating. Your emotions are heightened, and often times it is difficult to think clearly. It's important to approach the situation as calmly and as clear thinking as you can. It may be helpful to have a friend or family member assist you with the planning and executing of the plans after you are left to deal with the cleanup after a fire. 

When you are affected by a fire, think of these helpful tips below to ensure you have a plan. Feel free to create something customized for yourself and email it to yourself to have just in case.

*ALWAYS wait to enter the building. Long after a fire has been out out, the temperatures can still be hot. Fires can easily start again, and the structure can be unstable. Be sure to have your home cleared to enter by a professional.

*Call your family and friends to tell them what happened and take the offer of help! 

*Call your insurance company and a disaster relief company to help get things started for you. Insurance companies may be able to arrange temporary lodging and walk you through all the steps to follow. 

*Be sure to get a copy of the fire report as you will need it for insurance purposes. The fire company will have this information for you.

*Try to secure your property as best as you can to avoid looting. You may need to have your home boarded up. Ask your insurance company for help with this. 

*Cancel your credit cards and begin the process of obtaining new social security cards and birth certificates. 

*Begin the clean up process. If you have a large fire you may have damages that are too great and dangerous to manage yourself. SERVPRO can help! 

*Consider that there will be water damage and potentially mold if the fire was put out by water. SERVPRO can help!

*Take moments for yourself and consider your emotional help during this process. Take everything one step at a time. 

Call SERVPRO of Scripps Ranch, Mira Mesa, Rancho Penasquitos if you need help. We are open 24/7/365! 858-271-1519