Water damage
Fire and smoke damage in Castle Rock, Colorado
A fire leaves three problems: soot on surfaces, smoke odor in everything porous, and the water that put the fire out.
Calling early helps.
Soot and smoke
Soot is oily and spreads when wiped. Smoke odor settles into drywall, upholstery, insulation and ductwork. Contractors who do this work clean surfaces in a set order and treat the air handling system.
Ask the contractor before running the furnace or fans, since they can move soot through the house.
The water is a separate loss
Hoses used on a fire soak floors, ceilings and walls. That water needs the same drying as any other flood, and mold can start if it is not dried. The EPA puts the window at 24 to 48 hours.
Permits when walls are rebuilt
Rebuilding after a fire may require a permit. The Town of Castle Rock sends fire protection permits to Castle Rock Fire and Life Safety, and its other building permits require a registered contractor. Your contractor should know which apply.
Water is spreading. Call now.
The call goes to an independent restoration contractor who serves Douglas County. Calling early matters because wet drywall and subfloor start to break down quickly.