FIRE & ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The destruction caused by a fire can be extensive and complex. It requires a comprehensive approach to restoration and reinstatement, using professional expertise to mitigate damage and restore the property to a safe and habitable condition.
THE INITIAL RESPONSE The initial steps following a fire are critical. Once instructed by insurance partners, we aim to visit the affected property as quickly as possible, within 24 and 48 hours to maximise the potential for recovery success.
Once on-site, we prioritise safety and security, swiftly addressing hazards and securing the premises. Once we have carried out the necessary health and safety checks, inspected and assessed the damage, we start by carrying out any emergency mitigation works. These works may include any of the following:
● Making your building safe and secure. ● Removing any standing water and debris. ● Safety checks and installing temporary power supply. ● Identifying and dealing with hazardous materials.
● Installing equipment to stabilise the environmental conditions (i.e. temperature and humidity).
It is important that these emergency mitigation works are carried out as quickly as possible, to help prevent any further damage to your property and contents. When implemented fast, these activities will increase the potential for successful restoration.
A skilled technician will then carry out a detailed assessment of the damage to determine what is needed to return you to normal as quickly as possible. Part of the initial recovery process may include 'Triage & Salvage', where we identify and categorise areas and items which are restorable or beyond repair.
We then remove unaffected or restorable items from the property to protect and prevent them from further damage. Affected items are carefully packed and taken away to a specialist workshop.
We know how important your possessions are to you, which is why our staff have been carefully trained in handling, packing, and restoring items. You can be assured that all your possessions will be treated with the utmost care and returned to you safely.
RESTORING NORMALITY Fire restoration can bring a property back to its former glory, without the need for replacement. Our specialist teams will do everything in their power to minimise loss.
Once the property has been stabilised and immediate mitigation works have been completed, we get to work on restoring the property and its contents to their pre- fire state. This often includes specialist decontamination, cleaning, and odour control. We use a range of different methods and bespoke cleaning products to achieve this.
After the restoration process is complete, further reinstatement works may be required to return the property to its pre-loss condition. This could be plastering or tiling an area or installing a new kitchen or bathroom. Electrical rewiring, new heating, plumbing and joinery work may also be necessary.
x.com/TomorrowsHS 21
Traditionally, property owners have faced delays between the restoration and reinstatement phases, due to the complexities of managing multiple trades and activities. However, thanks to our in-house end-to-end service, we can provide a seamless transition, reducing the life cycle of the claim and taking the stress away.
The restoration team will hand over to our highly skilled reinstatement team, who will then see planned repair works completed. This gives the customer just one dedicated supplier managing the entire process, allowing the restoration and reinstatement teams to work closely throughout the scoping, ordering of materials and preparation works. This removes lengthy delays for contractors and other parties to start works.
In conclusion, recovering from fire damage demands a meticulous and comprehensive approach, where every step is crucial in mitigating losses and restoring normality.
From the initial assessment of damage to the prompt execution of emergency mitigation works, having a reliable disaster recovery partner is vital. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and professionalism, our expert teams navigate the complexities of fire damage restoration with precision and care. By swiftly addressing hazards, salvaging possessions, and employing specialist recovery techniques, we strive to minimise disruption and return the affected property to pre-fire conditions.
By seamlessly integrating restoration and reinstatement services, we offer a streamlined solution that alleviates the burden on property owners and ensures a smoother transition from recovery to reconstruction.
In the wake of devastation, having the right partner can be the difference between a full recovery and major loss.
www.belfor.com/en/uk
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56
