Hockessin, DE Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

The town's development can be attributed most directly to its proximity to Wilmington and other major communities throughout New Castle County. While moist conditions are ideal for many mushroom farms in the region, they can also lead to damaging wet smoke fires and smoldering conditions.

What Emergency Services Benefit Hockessin Properties?

Initial actions are taken to protect property after a fire damage incident are critical to improving the efficiencies of later restoration. From debris removal to water removal services, we focus on the conditions most threatening to the property. 

What Do Inspections Identify in Fire-Damaged Hockessin Homes? 

Property inspections are important to restoring a home after a fire damage incident. These fact-finding evaluations of the property showcase several immediate needs for the structure, including health and safety hazards. Our experienced production manager can walk through the house shortly after initial emergency services are complete to record:

- Structural damage

- Fire and smoke damage

- Soot and smoke residues 

- Damaged or ruined contents

- Need for water removal services

Soot Removal Strategies for Hockessin Houses

Removing soot and smoke residues can be one of the largest undertakings of fire damage restoration, but one that serves the greatest purpose in protecting exposed contents and building materials. Deposits of soot particles can cause health effects and destructive to the underlying host material, so it is vital to address these concerns promptly. 

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SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere

• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Faster to Any Size Disaster
• Locally Owned and Operated
• A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
• Highly Trained Fire Restoration Technicians

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (302) 992-0104

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

Fire emergencies can happen day or night, on weekend or holidays. That’s why we provide 24-hour emergency fire restoration services, 365 days a year. Hockessin residents can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

When fire and water damage strikes, a fast response is critical. We’re dedicated to responding immediately day or night to your Hockessin home or business. A faster response helps to prevent secondary damage and helps to reduce cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere is close by and ready to respond to your fire damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Hockessin community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

• Wilmington, DE
• Hockessin, DE
• Newport, DE
• Elsmere, DE
• Greenville, DE

Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

We specialize in fire and water restoration. We’ve received advance training in restoration techniques and we have the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property. Learn about our fire damage training/certificates.

Our Fire Restoration Process

Every fire damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” fire damage emergency.

Step 1: Emergency Contact

We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. When you call, one of our representatives will ask a series of questions about the fire damage to your home or business. This information helps us respond immediately with all the needed equipment and resources.

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the fire and smoke damage by examining the affected areas and by testing the adjoining rooms for smoke and soot damage. An accurate assessment is crucial to the planning process. 

Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service (if needed)

In many fire damage cases, it’s necessary to board up missing windows and walls and to place tarps on a damaged roof. This helps to maintain security and to protect against further damage. 

Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)

If needed, we can begin the water removal process with powerful pumps and extraction units. This removes most of the water. We complete the water removal and drying process with industrial-strength dehumidifiers and air movers. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Any restorable items will be cleaned and sanitized. We’ll use a variety of specialized cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. Our professionals will also remove smoke and other odors using advanced air scrubbing equipment and fogging devices with deodorizers.

Step 7: Restoration

Restoration is the process or restoring your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve relatively minor repairs, such as replacing drywall and painting, or it could include significant reconstruction of entire rooms.

Trusted Fire Restoration Leaders

SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere is prepared to go into action when a fire strikes in Hockessin, DE. If your home or business has been damaged by fire and smoke, we know how shocking the event can be. SERVPRO is sensitive to the emotional stress property owners feel during this time. Our trained crew will work diligently to return your home to pre-fire condition as quickly as possible, keeping you informed all along the way.

Let us help – Call (302) 992-0104 and we will get started on your home restoration right away.

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