Fire & Smoke Damage

Fire and smoke damage can make a claim costly in moments. Fire consumes buildings and causes significant hazards due to wiring damage. Furthermore, it produces smoke, which causes pervasive damage to personal items. Smoke settles out of the air as soot and is typically a catalyst for further destruction—even after a professional extinguishes the fire.

Fire Damage

A fire can result in significant property damage that can negatively impact your quality of life and cost a chunk of your savings. Your home or business’s walls, cabinets, countertops and other areas may end up charred or destroyed.

Furthermore, a fire can leave your home or business with a foul stench, and it can also permanently stain your surfaces. The costs rack up because restoration requires the use of many different cleaning appliances and industrial equipment. You might also need to get your carpet professionally cleaned if it has soot trapped in between fibers.

Smoke Damage

House fires generally result in thick smoke and soot because carpet, curtains, upholstery, clothes, and other household items act as fuel. Unfortunately, smoke can linger around your house for years, which can cause or worsen respiratory problems.

After a few days, smoke can lead to permanent wall and ceiling discoloration. Moreover, you and your family will need to wear dust masks and nitrile gloves for some time due to toxic air quality.

Surviving a house or business fire can be a traumatizing experience, but your insurance company may try minimizing your struggle. Let Hudson Douglas Public Adjusters help to ensure you’re compensated fairly for your property under your insurance policy.