What to Do After a HouseFire
Essential steps to take after fire damage
Safety First
Do NOT enter your home until fire officials have given permission. Even after a fire is out, structural damage and toxic fumes can pose serious risks.
Immediate Steps After a Fire
1
Contact Your Insurance
Call your insurance company as soon as possible to report the loss and start your claim.
2
Document Everything
Take photos and video of all damage before cleanup begins. Make lists of damaged items.
3
Secure the Property
Board up openings to prevent weather damage and unauthorized entry.
4
Call Restorex
We respond 24/7 to begin professional mitigation and prevent secondary damage.
5
Save Important Items
If safe, retrieve important documents, medications, and irreplaceable items.
6
Arrange Temporary Housing
Your insurance may cover additional living expenses while your home is repaired.
What NOT to Do
- • Don't enter until cleared by fire department
- • Don't turn on utilities until inspected
- • Don't attempt to clean soot yourself
- • Don't throw away damaged items before documenting
- • Don't use electrical appliances that got wet
For Your Insurance Claim
- Fire department incident report
- Photos/video of all damage
- Inventory of damaged items
- Receipts for emergency expenses
- Contractor estimates