South Shore Cleanup and Restoration

Fire Damage and Water Damage in South Shore, IL    

The jaw-dropping views of the Chicago Skyline and Lakefront easily define South Shore, IL. However, there are alternative activities you can do in the area apart from enjoying the sun and sand at the beach. A visit to the South Shore Cultural Center opens up other opportunities, including testing its solarium, culinary institute, and theater.

Contents such as furniture, appliances, and accessories give character to any property, whether commercial or residential. Water or fire damage can ruin contents, affecting many of your activities at your premises. However, it may not be possible to prevent such deterioration, so how you handle your valuables matters because it determines whether you save or lose more items. Several approaches can help you effectively manage valuables if you understand how they work. You can also get a comprehensive content restoration and management plan from SERVPRO.

Viable Ways to Manage Items After Fire or Water Damage

• Moving contents
• Onsite cleaning
• Safe disposal 

The destruction caused by moisture and fire products such as soot is gradual and instantaneous. Therefore, leaving items in place once exposed because you believe they are already damaged may be counterproductive since it creates the opportunity for unfettered deterioration. The affected items may also be hazardous to people. For instance, the accumulation of smoke particles inside electronic appliances increases the chances of overheating and short circuits if such items are operated. Moving the contents is one way to control the outcome. SERVPRO professionally handles such move-out processes.

Crucial Considerations When Moving Contents

• Keeping proper inventory
• Minimizing breakage
• Establishing secure storage areas

Nothing is worse than moving contents from the affected areas of your home, only to deteriorate faster in the new storage area. You can take some actions to prevent such outcomes. In case of water damage, ensuring all items are dry before transfer or storage is necessary. If it is fire damage, onsite cleaning can help remove corrosive residues. SERVPRO technicians also help sort items to remove those that need disposal.

With help from SERVPRO, your valuables are safe after your property is damaged. Call us at (312) 509-5000.