How Can I Eliminate Lawnmower Fire Damage in My Buffalo Grove Garage?

6/3/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Buffalo Grove / Lake Zurich provides emergency response service that is Faster to Any Size Disaster.

SERVPRO Removes Fire Damage from Buffalo Grove Homes 24/7

Did you know that your lawnmower can pose a garage fire risk? Fuel leaks and motor malfunctions are just a couple of the potential catalysts that can cause this piece of essential lawn care equipment to ignite in Buffalo Grove homes.

SERVPRO is available day and night to mitigate fire damage in your Buffalo Grove home, including weekends and holidays. This firm uses a combination of tried-and-true restoration techniques in tandem with sophisticated technologies for effective disaster cleanup.

What Can I Do to Fireproof My Garage?

    •    Install a new garage door. Older doors may not have as high a fire rating as their newer counterparts.
    •    Update the electrical system. Instead of relying on extension cords or ungrounded outlets, consult with an electrician about updating your electrical system and installing additional outlets around your garage.
    •    Reinforce the walls with fire-rated sheetrock. Type X and Type C drywall rely on gypsum and fiberglass, respectively, for their fire-retardant properties. Fire separations are installed on either side of wood-framed walls to slow the progression of fires that ignite in your garage.

How Does SERVPRO Preserve Fire-Damaged Framing?

Charred wood framing can be preserved with a variety of techniques:

    •    Agitation tools may be necessary for eliminating surface charring. Lighter damages may require scrapers or wire brushes, while heavier char may necessitate removal with abrasion blasting materials like a sponge or dry ice.
    •    Dry cleaning sponges or wet cleaning with EPA-registered detergents work for lighter damages. Surfaces that cannot be cleaned fully can be sealed.
    •    Technicians can replace damaged framing that is affected to the point of affecting structural integrity.

SERVPRO of Buffalo Grove / Lake Zurich provides emergency response service that is Faster to Any Size Disaster. Call (847) 279-1940 for mitigation that starts within hours of your initial contact.