Phase 1: Emergency Security and Assessment
- Emergency board-up of broken windows, doors, and roof openings
- Roof tarping to prevent weather damage
- Structural safety assessment
- Content inventory and protection
Phase 2: Debris Removal and Sorting
- Removal of charred structural materials
- Sorting of contents: salvageable vs. non-salvageable
- Pack-out of salvageable contents for off-site cleaning
Phase 3: Soot and Smoke Cleaning
- Dry cleaning sponges: Remove loose soot from surfaces without spreading residues
- Chemical sponges: Different formulations for different surface types and soot types
- Wet cleaning: Specialized solutions for greasy residues from protein fires (kitchen fires)
- HEPA vacuuming: Removes loose particles before wet cleaning to prevent smearing
Phase 4: Reconstruction
- Structural repairs: framing, roofing, sheathing
- Systems replacement: electrical, plumbing, HVAC as needed
- Interior reconstruction: drywall, flooring, painting, trim
- Final inspection and walkthrough