Fire Damage Restoration in Waldorf, MD
Dependable smoke damage removal in Waldorf, MD
Family-owned and operated for over 35 years
When it comes to natural disasters, fires are the most feared, consuming significant amounts of materials in just a few minutes. A fire in your home or business not only puts you and those in immediate danger, but it also has the potential to destroy everything you have worked for in a matter of minutes. Evacuating the home or building and calling the fire department are the most important things you can do in the event of a fire. However, putting out the fire does not stop the spread of the damage as the lingering smoke, soot, and corrosive byproducts can cause an extensive amount of secondary damage unless professional disaster restoration takes place.
Once the fire department extinguishes the fire in your home or building in Waldorf, MD, or any other property in the nearby areas, contact our fire restoration experts at Top to Bottom Renovation for professional fire and smoke damage restoration services.
Our fire damage repair technicians in Waldorf, MD can contain and restore the damage caused by lingering byproducts as well as repair major damage caused by the flames.
The sight of a fire in your home or building is terrifying and it is a huge relief to have the fire put out. What many people do not realize, however, is that your property is still vulnerable to further damage from smoke, soot, and corrosive byproducts after the fire is out. The intense heat from the fire causes synthetic materials to create corrosive byproducts that will badly burn and discolor any surfaces or materials that it affects.
Smoke and soot is just as destructive after a fire as the soot can cause tarnishing and etching similar to the other corrosive byproducts, and the smoke can get absorbed in various building materials and leave a lingering odor. If the materials affected by the smoke and soot are not properly cleaned and restored right away, they may sustain permanent damage.
Smoke Damage Cleanup in Waldorf, MD
At Top to Bottom Renovation, our technicians are fully trained and prepared to handle any fire damage scenario in commercial or residential settings. We will properly clean and restore furnishings and objects affected by soot and corrosive byproducts as well as repair major damage from the fire itself. We can also remove lingering smoke odors with our advanced deodorization process.
Our fire damage repair services consist of these basic steps:
- Emergency pre-cleaning
- Content cleaning and restoration
- Odor removal
- Wall and ceiling cleaning
What to Do:
- Contact Top to Bottom Renovation once the fire department clears your property to begin the cleanup and repairs right away.
- Open all doors and windows if the temperature is above 60 degrees to air your home out.
- Wipe the soot from porcelain, chrome, aluminum, and Formica surfaces.
- Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
- Cover each return and supply register with a damp cheesecloth to filter soot from the air.
- Dispose of all exposed food.
- Clean the inside of your refrigerator if your home has lost power.
- Set aside clothing and other fabric affected by smoke for specialized dry cleaning services.
What NOT to Do:
- Do not touch wood, upholstery, drywall, or other porous surfaces because the natural oils in your hand can make the damage worse.
- Do not try to remove soot damage from the walls because improper cleaning methods can make the damage worse.
- Do not try to clean carpeting or upholstery.
- Do not use electrical appliances until you are sure they are safe to use.
- Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.
Call us for Complete Fire Restoration in Waldorf, MD
If your home or building in Waldorf or any surrounding areas is affected by a fire, it is very important to contact Top to Bottom Renovation as soon as possible after the fire is out. Our fire restoration technicians will immediately take steps to limit the secondary damage, and we can effectively repair and restore the damage from the fire using advanced cleaning products and equipment.
We are available 24 hours a day at 301-579-8215 to respond to fire damage emergencies in Waldorf and all of the surrounding areas.
Our Customers Love Us
“Great restoration company!!! This is an exceptionally professional, knowledgeable company. I was frantic and completely lost when my husband discovered that our basement was flooded. I called at lease six restoration companies. The average appointment was a week out or more. My insurance company told me to do everything to prevent further damage but they could not authorize a contractor payment until I was assigned an adjuster. I found this company on my insurance’s website and they were able to be at my house in a very short period of time. They came prepared and ready to work. Mr. Johnson told me exactly what to expect through the entire process from his company. I signed a contract to get the water extracted immediately. The insurance inspector came while this company was working on the first day. Mr. Johnson and the adjuster worked independently in harmony for each of their respective areas of expertise. I highly recommend this company. I can’t say enough about the high quality of service that was provided. All of the workers were professional and focused as well as easy to approach. The pink van showed intentional branding and purposeful direct advertising. All the Best. Mrs. M Upper Marlboro”Delcine Conway, Happy Customer
- “I have had nothing but a great experience with Top to Bottom. Fred and his team came in on an holiday and quickly addressed my water issues. They worked with me every step of the way and were totally transparent throughout the process. Would highly recommend them to anyone needing water mitigation or renovation services.”
Daniel Gonzales, Happy Customer
- “Phenomenal! Top To Bottom is highly exceptional from the quality of work to professionalism. The water heater went up in my house and flooded the entire basement. I called the company, the first thing Mr. Fred did was walked me through the insurance process, as this was my first time dealing with a flood and filing an insurance claim, his assistance put me at ease. The team arrived at 1am for the water damage restoration. Mr. Fred and his son went above and beyond to make a difficult situation extremely easy. They were available and responsive with the insurance company requests and needs. The renovation for the basement took about 3 weeks as there were 4 rooms that needed to be restored. They were in consistent communication with me every step of the way either by phone or email. After every room was complete Mr. Fred’s son would come, review what the contractors completed to ensure we were satisfied with the job. You can’t ask for better quality and professionalism. The basement looks better now than it did before the water damage. Again this company and works are Phenomenal! I will definitely refer there services to family and friends. Look out for the Pink van and Pink sheets!”
Danielle Brown, Happy Customer
“Great restoration company!!! This is an exceptionally professional, knowledgeable company. I was frantic and completely lost when my husband discovered that our basement was flooded. I called at lease six restoration companies. The average appointment was a week out or more. My insurance company told me to do everything to prevent further damage but they could not authorize a contractor payment until I was assigned an adjuster. I found this company on my insurance’s website and they were able to be at my house in a very short period of time. They came prepared and ready to work. Mr. Johnson told me exactly what to expect through the entire process from his company. I signed a contract to get the water extracted immediately. The insurance inspector came while this company was working on the first day. Mr. Johnson and the adjuster worked independently in harmony for each of their respective areas of expertise. I highly recommend this company. I can’t say enough about the high quality of service that was provided. All of the workers were professional and focused as well as easy to approach. The pink van showed intentional branding and purposeful direct advertising. All the Best. Mrs. M Upper Marlboro”
