Virginia, MN Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

After the Virginia Fire Department leaves the scene, you will be left with the aftermath of the fire damage. The firefighting efforts will leave behind water damage and smoke, and soot damage. Even areas not affected by the fire will smell like smoke and contain soot.

SERVPRO® of Aitkin, Carlton & West St. Louis Counties respond to fire damage emergencies throughout the year in Virginia. We know this can be a stressful and chaotic time, and our professionals will always treat you and your family with empathy and thoughtful consideration.

When we arrive, any areas of the structure exposed to the elements will be tarped and boarded up to secure the property. We will assess the damage and immediately begin the cleanup and restoration process. Our technicians are certified fire restoration specialists and are trained to provide a full range of specialty cleaning and restoration services to clean and restore smoke and fire-damaged properties and belongings.

SERVPRO® of Aitkin, Carlton & West St. Louis Counties are trusted leaders in fire damage restoration in Virginia and St. Louis County. Every fire loss presents its own unique set of challenges, and Virginia residents can rely on us to be there every step of the way until your home is restored to preloss condition.

Please refer to our Fire Damage Tips - Until Help Arrives Guide and follow these tips to protect yourself and your property.

SERVPRO of Aitkin, Carlton & West St. Louis Counties

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (218) 879-6141

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

Fire emergencies can happen day or night, on weekend or holidays. That’s why we provide 24-hour emergency fire restoration services, 365 days a year. Virginia residents can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

Immediate action is crucial when dealing with water and fire damage. We’re dedicated to responding immediately when you need help. A fast response helps lessen the damage, limits secondary damage, and reduces cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Aitkin, Carlton & West St. Louis Counties is locally owned and operated so we’re already nearby and ready to help Virginia residents and business owners with any-sized fire and smoke damage emergencies.

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Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

As water and fire damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. Learn about our fire damage training/certificates.

Our Fire Restoration Process

Every fire damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” fire damage emergency.

Step 1: Emergency Contact

The fire restoration process begins when you call us. Our consultant will guide you through the crisis and may ask several questions to help us better understand the type of fire damage you experienced, determining the equipment and resources needed.

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the fire and smoke damage by examining the affected areas and by testing the adjoining rooms for smoke and soot damage. An accurate assessment is crucial to the planning process. 

Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service (if needed)

In many fire damage cases, it’s necessary to board up missing windows and walls and to place tarps on a damaged roof. This helps to maintain security and to protect against further damage. 

Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)

If needed, we can begin the water removal process with powerful pumps and extraction units. This removes most of the water. We complete the water removal and drying process with industrial-strength dehumidifiers and air movers. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Any restorable items will be cleaned and sanitized. We’ll use a variety of specialized cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. Our professionals will also remove smoke and other odors using advanced air scrubbing equipment and fogging devices with deodorizers.

Step 7: Restoration

Restoration is the process or restoring your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve relatively minor repairs, such as replacing drywall and painting, or it could include significant reconstruction of entire rooms.

Trusted Fire Restoration Leaders

When fire and smoke damage your Virginia, MN property, you can trust SERVPRO of Aitkin, Carlton & West St. Louis Counties to restore your home or business back to its original state. We understand that fire doesn’t just damage your home, but also causes emotional distress as well. Trained SERVPRO franchise professionals will talk to you through the entire restoration process, and work hard to get you back into your property soon.

Call (218) 879-6141 - We are ready to start restoring your home to pre-fire condition.