A fire that damages your home or business is traumatic. You may be inclined to abandon your old place and build a new property. But unless everything has been burnt down to the ground, starting from scratch may be more costly than renovating.
Restoring Items Often Costs Less Than Replacing Them
Many surfaces that have sustained fire or smoke damage are often restorable even when the discoloration appears severe. In many cases, the damage is limited to surface-level soot and carbon buildup rather than structural compromise.
Professional restoration technicians use specialized chemical cleaning agents, pH-balanced solutions, and precision tools to remove soot, restore natural color, and preserve the integrity of the stone. This approach is significantly more cost-effective than full replacement, retains the original character of the material, and supports sustainable restoration practices by reducing unnecessary waste.
Terms of Your Insurance Policy
If you look at your home or business insurance policy, you may find that the insurance company may be more generous when it comes to restoration. Replacing your property may be more than what your insurance company is willing to pay for, and you may need to raid your bank account to do so.
You’ll Return to Normal Faster
When you have a devastating fire in your home, you’re going to have to live somewhere else for a while. This can be with a family member, friend, accommodating neighbor, or in a nearby motel. If you opt for restoration as opposed to replacement, you can return to your home much faster. If you’ve had to move into a motel, this alone saves money.
Restoration Can Increase Your Property Value
Some fires present you with an opportunity to make some desired upgrades to your space. If your kitchen, windows, electrical, or HVAC systems were due for improvement and modernization, a renovation lets it happen. This may even increase the value of your property.
Tips When You’re Choosing Restoration
One tip to have in mind if you’re choosing restoration after a fire is to start the process quickly. People sometimes forget that the water needed to put out the fire does its own damage, and the faster it’s cleaned up, the better. You also shouldn’t wait to get in touch with your insurer and restoration professionals.
Call Us if You’ve Suffered a Fire
A fire in your home or business is terrible, but it doesn’t mean you have to abandon your damaged property. To learn more about fire damage restoration, get in touch with our professionals at J. Brian Day of Bellingham, MA.
