{"id":11324,"date":"2023-03-23T16:38:36","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T16:38:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cavalryconstruction.com\/?p=11324"},"modified":"2023-04-27T16:45:43","modified_gmt":"2023-04-27T16:45:43","slug":"dealing-with-water-damage-after-fire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cavalryconstruction.com\/learn\/dealing-with-water-damage-after-fire\/","title":{"rendered":"Dealing With Water Damage After Fire"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” constrain_group_1=”yes” constrain_group_2=”yes” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”10px” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

Water and fire damage combined can significantly increase restoration and reconstruction costs. Here\u2019s what you should know.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”4vh”][vc_column_text]Few things are scarier than seeing your property go up in flames.<\/p>\n

Even after the fire department has responded<\/a>\u2014and everyone is safe and accounted for\u2014-you\u2019re still left to deal with a disastrous mess. The fire is out, but your building is damaged. Soot and smoke choke the walls. Windows are blown out. Possessions and personal property are destroyed.<\/p>\n

But that\u2019s not all. The fire department hosed down the property to tamper the blaze, causing significant water damage on top of everything else. Water damage and fire damage are different beasts, but both must be tamed immediately before damages become irreversible.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll explain how to deal with water damage after fire and what to expect from the restoration process.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_image=”6334″ bg_position=”left top” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”3%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” color_overlay=”#ffffff” overlay_strength=”0.5″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”bottom” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”Water and Fire Damage: A Dynamic (And Expensive) Duo” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%231e2939″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”3vh”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Unfortunately, water and fire damage often go hand in hand, especially in large structural blazes that require the swift response of the fire department.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s because fire hoses are designed to extinguish a blaze with high power water pressure. While they\u2019re incredibly effective for putting out fires, they can also be harsh and cause severe damage to a building. Compared to sprinkler systems, which immediately extinguish fires as they emerge, blasts from a fire hose are much tougher. Although sprinkler systems are less damaging, any water used to put out a fire can still cause harm to the property.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”6436″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”5px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”3%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Water damage can occur in several ways after a fire. Water can seep into walls, floors, and ceilings, causing significant structural damage. It can also destroy furniture, carpets, and other items in the building, leaving them susceptible to mold and mildew growth. In addition, the water used to extinguish the fire can mix with soot and ash to form a sludgy residue that can be difficult to clean up and can cause further damage. Water can also cause further damage to electrical systems and appliances.<\/p>\n

Moreover, moisture from water damage can create an ideal environment for mold to thrive, which can cause respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and headaches in some people. Prolonged exposure to mold is a serious health hazard and can cause chronic illness, so it\u2019s essential to call a restoration company right away to take care of water damage after a fire. Mold growth can start within 24-48 hours of water exposure, making it crucial to address water damage promptly.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”3%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]This is all on top of the degradation caused by the actual fire.<\/p>\n

When you\u2019re dealing with fire damage, this can include:<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”3%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]
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