SERVPRO Talks About Restoring Kitchen Fire Damage in Naples

3/17/2020 (Permalink)

Kitchen fires begin and spread quickly. Never leave your stove unattended when in use.

Restoring a Naples Kitchen After Fire Damage 

Kitchen fires are easily the most common type of residential fire disaster. These incidents cause $1.1 billion in damages each year. While most reported fires are small, the damages they can leave behind can be challenging for homeowners to clean on their own. Worse still, charred residues, proteins, and grease impart foul odors and potentially corrosive materials that can damage your belongings in the long-term. 

If your Naples home needs rapid disaster mitigation from an experienced team, the pros at SERVPRO are ready to help. These IICRC-certified technicians possess the tools and knowledge necessary to return your home to a preloss condition. Your local SERVPRO strives to give back to the community not just by cleaning disaster-stricken dwellings, but also by providing support and raising awareness for organizations like the Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Foundation, the MS Society, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. 

Stopping Grease Fires Before They Can Start 

• Never leave the stove left alone when in use.In just 30 seconds at most, the smoke to turn into flames, so be vigilant. 
• Oil and water do not mix. When frying food with high water content, such as frozen foods, the grease can spread and burn you. 
• Take your time.Careful measurement of oil temperatures and deliberate pacing when adding oil to a pan minimizes fire risks.
• Have extinguishing options ready. These can include a Type B or Type K extinguisher, baking soda, salt, or a metal pot lid to smother flames. 

SERVPRO's Char Removal Tools

After a kitchen fire, technicians can clean the range and hood with mechanical cleaning measures and water- or oil-based detergent solutions. These EPA-registered cleaners are also useful for nonporous appliance casings. SERVPRO's Liquid Creme Cleaners remove heavy soiling from pots and pans without damaging stainless steel. Overhead cabinetry above the range that has been charred by a grease fire can have milder charring sanded away. Soot on flooring can be brushed, buffed, and polished off with rotating brushes and pads. 

SERVPRO of Naples / Marco Island is prepared to make your residence look, "Like it never even happened." Call (239) 302-5700 any time you need disaster mitigation, including nights, weekends, and holidays.  

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