Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration

For fire and smoke damage restoration in the Columbus, OH, rely on WFM Associates. We're standing by 24/7 to respond to your call.

Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration

For fire and smoke damage restoration in the Columbus, OH, rely on WFM Associates. We're standing by 24/7 to respond to your call.

Fire Damage Restoration in Columbus, OH

  • Talk to a live person 24/7
  • At your door in 60 minutes or less
  • We bill directly to your insurance
Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration in Columbus, OH

Fire Recovery & Restoration

Experiencing fire damage is one of the most devastating events a property owner will ever face. Fires can cause a vast array of extensive damage to a property due to water, smoke, soot, and the fire itself. Our experienced team of WFM Associates knows how to handle all these issues and more. Let us help you get your property back into peak condition. You'll rest easy knowing we will work tirelessly to get you back to normal as soon as possible.

  • IICRC-Certified Technicians
  • 24/7 emergency response
  • We bill directly to insurance
  • Specialized in related damage from smoke, water, and soot

Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Damage

It's never a quick fix, though we've gathered together a multi-discipline team of contractors and technicians to work in tandem to complete the work as soon as possible. From structural repairs to sand/soda-blasting to odor removal to contents cleaning, our fire damage restoration crew begin as soon as the project scope is determined, and we don't stop until the job is done and both you and the insurance company are satisfied with the results.

Most often, yes. You'll need to check your specific policy for the full scope of coverage, but in general, if the damage was caused by a flame, it's covered. Your best bet is to hire a professional restoration to help you through the claims process. We know how to avoid some common missteps when it comes to making sure the entire loss is documented and covered. Many homeowners and insurance companies forget, for instance, to consider that your HVAC system will need to be cleaned of soot, and, since fires are extinguished using water, many areas of your home may need to be restored due to water damage even if they weren't directly affected by the fire.

Depending on the extent or location of the fire damage, some homeowners can move back in a few days or longer. The fire department will usually turn off electricity and gas to the property right away, and that won't be restored until a building inspector says that it's safe to turn those utilities back on. If you experienced significant smoke damage and the home's occupants include elderly persons, young children, or those with chronic health conditions, you may be wise to stay until the smoke cleanup is complete. Contracting with a company experienced in fire damage restoration can often get you back home sooner, because they'll have the resources to hire and manage the many tradespeople who will need to work together to make the home liveable again.

DIY soot removal is not recommended. Commercially available products can actually cause permanent damage to surfaces. Soot itself is primarily oil-based, but that residue also contains toxic, possibly biohazard contaminants.

Smoke damage is rarely limited to one area of the house, and it leaves behind residue that can hide in crevices and out-of-reach areas, and a simple "airing out" may not be sufficient. We recommend consulting with a smoke damage technician who can help you troubleshoot the next steps.

Our Location

Contact Information

  • WFM Associates
  • Refugee Rd, Columbus, OH 43232 United States
  • 24/7 Emergency Service

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