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What to Do After a Kitchen Fire in Morris County

Darric Mitchell • Nov 09, 2018
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Of all the places that fire damage could occur, your kitchen is the most likely place it will happen. Actually, frying is the number one style of cooking that could lead to a fire due to the grease and oils that can spread around the area and prove flammable. After you have a kitchen fire of any scale, you are probably not sure what you should do first. Areas damaged by fire and smokecan still be unsafe — you should be very cautious when you’re around it. Here’s what you should do after a kitchen fire in Morris County.

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This is not a pointed suggestion we make as a property restorationcompany, but one that comes from a place of genuine concern, and wanting long-term health and safety for your home. If you were able to contain the fire to your stovetop, the aftermath will likely only be some deep cleaning, unless an appliance has suffered extreme melting. But if you have large areas of ruined drywall, or if the smoke extended to multiple rooms, you will want to consult with a professional, as this is a job that requires much more than soap and water. During cleanup, a professional will also think about details that you will not, thanks to their experience and training. Not to mention they will also bring the proper equipment and protective gear to handle materials safely.

Be Cautious If the Fire Was Large

If the fire was large, there are many different areas where you should take extensive caution. The first is always the most important after a substantial fire: the structure of the room or home itself. Fire and smoke have the power of weakening a property’s structure like no other, so you will want to be very careful when you re-enter your property. Keep an eye on children, pets, and others as well, as a cave-in or crumbling wall could injure them. You’ll also want to take caution if you are around appliances that were caught in the blaze, especially stoves, ovens, and microwaves. It would be wise to turn off your gas line and electricity supply during the examination and cleanup of the property.

Make Sure Smoke Is Thoroughly Cleaned

Smoke inhalation is something that has to be taken very seriously. You need to make sure that whomever you choose to help you clean and restore your property knows to clean every crevice to handle the residue that has lingered, and find the places where it could be hiding. You need to make sure that your HVAC system is cleaned out as well, as smoke particles can find their way in there, too. After toxic fumes have engulfed your room along with the flames, restoring clean air once again is one of the top priorities.

Call Restoration 1 of Morris County After a Fire

As soon as the fire department and other first responders have left your property, that is when you can call in your local fire & smoke experts at Restoration 1 of Morris County. We offer the best cleanup and post-fire services in the area, and are ready to get your home restored to perfection. Make us your first call, and call us anytimefor emergency servicesat 973-810-4145. We are indeed available 24 hours a day.

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02 Apr, 2020
Throughout Morris and surrounds, we have seen rapidly changing and evolving situations when it comes to virus updates. For the last decade, Restoration 1 of Morris County has specialized in bio-hazard cleanup, which means our certified experts are ready for all your virus disinfection and sanitation needs. Rest assured, our team is equipped with advanced equipment and trained on the latest techniques to clean up any type of bio-hazard. We are stocked with CDC and EPA approved cleaning agents to effectively clean and sanitize your floors, bathrooms, keyboards, shelving, door knobs, storage areas and all other surfaces people may have come in contact with. On top of this, we are fully trained and equipped with the proper safety equipment to reduce the risk of contamination or illness from any bio-hazard materials. The sooner we get on the job, the better. We offer 24/7 emergency services and flexible scheduling to work with your individual needs. Here’s How Restoration 1 of Morris County Will Complete a Virus Disinfection & Sanitation: Our team is certified by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification) when it comes to disease cleanup Restoration 1 uses the approved CDC and EPA industrial-strength disinfectants to decontaminate and disinfect surfaces. We properly handle hazardous and infectious bio-hazard waste, such as infected materials Restoration 1’s cleanup technicians are always dressed in fully encapsulated personal protective equipment with a full-face respirator masks How You Can Prevent Virus and Disease From Spreading Stay Informed. We recommend that you check the following resources daily for the most up to date information: Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov Google Blog: https://www.blog.google/inside-google/company-announcements/covid-19-how-were-continuing-to-help/ American Public Health Association: https://www.apha.org/topics-and-issues/communicable-disease/coronavirus/in-the-news World Health Organization: who.int Health Resources and Services Administration: https://www.hrsa.gov/public-health/index.html Your State and Local Public Health Websites, such New Jersey Department of Health For general questions about corona virus, call the Morris County Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.. Viruses often spread via human contact. They can also spread via respiratory particles that are left on surfaces and objects. These infected particles can come from coughing or sneezing. The particles can continue to live on a surface for weeks even after first contact. If someone else comes into contact with these particles, and then touches their face, mouth, nose or eyes without washing their hands, they are also at serious risk of contracting the virus. Avoid coming into contact with people, maintain a safe distance in social situation Do not shake hands or hug people Carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially if you feel you may have been in contact with infected particles Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth unless you have recently washed your hands Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home if you are feeling sick, unless you need medical assistance Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze with a bent elbow Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily When it comes to virus disinfection, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Contact our Morris County branch today, on 973-810-4145. Disclaimer: Please be advised that nothing completely eliminates bacteria or viruses and these are efforts to contain and control the spread of a virus.
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