When your property experiences fire damage, it is important to act quickly for your safety and the protection of your property. After the fire has been extinguished, follow these steps:

1. Emergency Response and Safety:  Ensure everyone has evacuated safely, as structural damage might be present. Once the fire department has cleared the area, contact Water Extraction Team of Cleveland for expert restoration.
2. Inspection & Assessment:  Our team will evaluate the property for structural damage, smoke, and soot damage.
3. Board Up & Tarps: To prevent further damage, we board up windows and use tarps to cover vulnerable areas.
4. Water Extraction: If water damage is present due to sprinklers or firefighting efforts, we remove any standing water.
5. Smoke & Soot Removal: Specialized cleaning techniques remove soot and smoke damage from walls, ceilings, floors, and furniture.
6. Contents Restoration: We pack out and clean salvageable items at an off-site facility, restoring them to their pre-loss condition.
7. Clean & Sanitize: We use air scrubbers and disinfectants to clean and sanitize the property, removing odors and contaminants.
8. Rebuild & Repair: The final phase involves restoring the property, including structural repairs and final inspection, to ensure everything is returned to its original state.

Liability for fire damage can be complex, as it depends on the cause of the fire. If a property owner is negligent—such as failing to maintain safety standards or improperly storing flammable materials—they may be held liable. However, if the fire was caused by an act of nature, arson, or a contractor's error (e.g., faulty electrical work), the property owner may not be at fault.

Fire damage liability is often a tricky situation, so working with an experienced fire damage restoration company like Water Extraction Team of Cleveland is crucial. We specialize in identifying the source of the fire and gathering all the necessary documentation to support your case.

In most cases, homeowners insurance will cover fire damage as long as the property owner is not liable for the fire. Your policy may include dwelling coverage, personal property coverage, and additional living expenses to cover the costs of fire damage restoration. It's essential to understand your insurance policy and its components to ensure you're fully covered.

At Water Extraction Team of Cleveland, we work directly with your insurance company to provide the necessary documentation and support, helping you get the maximum coverage for your fire damage claim.

As a full-service fire damage restoration contractor, Water Extraction Team of Cleveland handles any size job, whether residential or commercial. Our services include:

• Fire damage restoration
• Smoke & odor cleanup
• Reconstruction
• Contents cleaning
• And more