My Washing Machine Caught Fire in my Santa Rosa Home! What Now?

8/4/2021 (Permalink)

In this Santa Rosa home a fire was started by an electrical malfunction in the washing machine.

Recently, SERVPRO of Petaluma/Rohnert Park/Santa Rosa performed a fire restoration job in Santa Rosa for a home affected by an electrical fire. The unthinkable happened as an explosion occurred due to faulty electrical wiring from a washing machine. After the initial assessment, it emerged the problem was down to an electrical fault, which meant the machine didn’t cut out when it had finished by instead grew dangerously overheated. Due to the severity of the explosion, the glass window resting behind the machine shattered, sending glass shards throughout the home. The fire-damaged washing machine was removed from the property. Nobody was injured during the incident, but the property sustained smoke damage throughout. The next phase of the job was thoroughly clean up the smoke and soot damage to the property.

Smoke damage is an essential step in the restoration process following a fire damage event. There are various ways to remove smoke residue, but getting the process started as quickly as possible will save you time and money.

What Strategies Does SERVPRO Use to Remove Smoke Residue?

There is no one-size-fits-all solution for removing soot and other dangerous residues from your home. The best methods differ based on the materials exposed, the location of the damage, and the thickness or severity of the residue. Clearing surfaces as quickly as possible is a key component of our SERVPRO team’s effective mitigation strategy. It allows us to avoid the need for extensive controlled demolition and to rebuild with the proper response to handle currently exposed materials. The following are some of the most effective residue strategies:

• Water-Based Chemical Solvents
• Abrasive Cleaning
• Soda/Media Blasting
• Controlled Demolition

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is slightly different, each requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your property. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke or Soot Damage? Call Us Today at (707) 588-8226