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DO Place clean towels or old linens on rug and carpet traffic areas to prevent more soiling.

DO If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator completely and prop doors open.

DO Clean and protect chrome on kitchen and bathroom faucets, trim and appliances with light coating of light Vaseline or oil.

DO Wash off houseplants on both sides of leaves.

DO Cover upholstery with sheets before use. DONT attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting a professional restoration service.DONT attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture without first consulting a professional restoration service.

DONT attempt to clean any electrical appliances, TV sets, radios, etc. that may have been close to fire, heat or water without consulting an authorized repair service.

DONT use any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored close to fire, heat or water. (They may have been contaminated.)

DONT turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged.

DONT send garments to ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor. ]]> http://drs88.com/dos-and-donts-after-fire-and-smoke-damage/feed 0 http://drs88.com/emergency-response http://drs88.com/emergency-response#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:26:47 +0000 admin http://drs88.com/new/?p=307 Disaster Restoration’s highly trained and certified team goes into action immediately following a disaster, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Emergency services include water extraction, dehumidification, debris removal, contents pack-outs, demolition — everything necessary to contain damage, secure the structure, and reduce the eventual cost of the loss.

We are specialists in Flood & Fire Restoration and are highly trained to deal with any situation that arises, whether it is a small flood from a washing machine leak to major fire damage. This incorporates domestic and industrial sites. We are members of the, IICRC, the Institute of Inspection Cleaning, Restoration & Certification and the ASCR, the Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration in the United States of America.

For Flood & Fire emergencies, we have a quick response team, which aims to be on the scene within hours. Our main concern is to prevent further loss occurring to property, whilst implementing procedures that will make the transition to normality as smooth and stress-free as possible for the client. This involves assessing what damage has been caused and limiting any further damage to property. In the case of a fire after taking readings for the Relative Humidity and the Temperature, we would remove any items of value from smoke affected areas into a drying area, or remove them off site to a storage area for inspection and decontamination. This includes all books, papers, pictures, clothes, as well as furniture.

DETAILED ESTIMATES: A thorough independent and impartial evaluation of all damage will expedite the insurance claim process so restoration work can begin quickly.

INSPECTION AND APPRAISAL OF DAMAGES: Our technicians are experts in building construction, and carpet and fabric properties. Their many years of experience with thorough inspections and appraisals of damaged structures result in a guaranteed price for repairs with no surprises when the work is done.

COMPLETE CLEANING SERVICES: Our personnel have over 15 years of experience in cleaning up after all types of disasters. This wealth of experience helps us to tackle new disaster scenario we encounter.

EMERGENCY SERVICES: Our services include water removal from leaks or flooding, effective odor control, professional deodorization and emergency board up after a fire.

EXPERT RESTORATION: Comfort and peace may well be shaken after a loss but will return after Disaster Restoration finishes the complete restoration of the damaged areas.

PROPERTY & FIXTURES RESTORATION: Followed by the initial preliminary clean up operation, thorough washing down all walls, ceilings and floors, this would also involve fogging the building, which applies a smoke & odour neutralizer to all the areas that the smoke has reached. Also we may place a JetaZone unit in each smoke-affected area which will deodorise the entire premises. This can be done in minutes, or be run overnight on a time controlled basis. The upholstery, carpets and curtains where possible will be cleaned on site or cleaned at our facility and returned to the loss location or put into storage. All electronic equipment are checked for smoke damage and then dry / wet washed to remove all traces of smoke and carbon etc. In other words, all items that are restorable will be returned to site as quickly as possible, thus keeping the restoration time to a minimum and returning things back to normality.

Delay in action can result in permanent damage and costly replacement. So, when disaster strikes callDisaster Restoration at (+65) – 6241 9443 or (+65) – 9321 9321 immediately – without obligation for a FREE consultation to save $$$$$$$$.

Businesses and homes are two biggest assets and it is natural to want to get possessions back in order after water, fire or smoke damage. These tips will assist in taking the proper action until professional assistance arrives and increase the chances for a successful restoration.

Do & Don’t Tips

After a Water damaged

After a Fire damaged

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• 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our rapid response team is available to provide you with the resources and manpower to implement an immediate recovery plan
• Our vast inventory of specialized equipment allows our technicians to deliver a prompt response and reliable recovery

Fire, Flood, Industrial Dust, EnvironmentalContamination, Chemical Contamination, Impact Damage.

Fire Contamination

• Soot & smoke condensation
• Chloride Contamination
• Corrosion

Water Contamination

• Fire-extinguishing water
• Flooding
• Salt Water

Industrial Dust

• Construction & Industrial Dust
• Residues from fire extinguisher powder
• General Environment Dust
• Fire soot and water damaged restoration
• Restoration of electrical and electronic equipment
• Inspection and damaged report
• Drying and dehumidification services
• Demolition and clearing of debris
• Fungus, bacteria and mould decontamination and anti-microbial treatment
• Rental of blower, dehumidifier and de-flooding equipment
• Air duct cleaning
• Corrosion control
• Dry-ice decontamination
• Hi-tech clean rooms
• Re-construction and renovation services
• Recovery of Mechanical and
• Electrical services

Disaster Restoration Advantage

• Fast response and action that is the Disaster Restoration mission. In time of crisis, fast response plays an important role in restoration.
• 24 hrs round the clock service.
• Using state of the art equipment to rectify the problem. Singapore’s largest inventory of drying and de-flooding equipment.
• Proven track record with 96% success rate.
• Able to deploy manpower immediately. Back by 70 full-time staff.
• After sales service featuring “No Cure – No Pay” : Disaster Restoration Guarantee. Conditions Apply) No one in the industry offer that. We strongly believe that you should not pay for things which cannot be restored.
• Ready standby equipment to tackle 300,000 sq. ft of area at any point of time.
• Reasonable charges with the customer and insurers in mind.
• Able to provide temporary storage facility.

Many items can be restored to their original condition if they are handled properly by professional restoration experts.

Dry Fusion Technology

• Decreased downtime through Cleaning In-Place
• Faster and more thorough cleaning
• Elimination of equipment damage

Disaster Restoration operates 24 hours, 365 days a year. Our response time of under one hour help many companies reduce their business Interruption in no time.

As Singapore largest stockiest of Drying Equipment and latest restoration equipment, you are assured that

At Your Services 24 hours/365 days.

One call to Disaster Restoration can put you on the road to recovery.

Disaster Restoration (DRS), Singapore leading Restoration and Recovery specialists, with vast experience, track record and able to deploy resources within short notice.

• 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our response team is available to provide you with the resources and manpower to implement an immediate recovery plan.
•  Singapore largest de-flooding and drying equipment inventory, you can be assured of getting your place to pre loss condition in no time.

Immediate stabilization determines the level of recovery success.

Not all backups are identical, of course. Sewer backups can range from clear water to raw sewage. Also, carpets vary in their construction and method of installation.

Can sewage-contamination carpet be restored to its original wholesome state?

There are some germicidal treatments available to eliminate sewage-borne bacteria. When combined with proper cleaning techniques, these germicides may restore many carpets to safe and attractive use. To be effective, however, the germicidal and cleaning procedures should fully saturate the carpet. Unfortunately, treating the carpet surface alone will not provide adequate protection.

This is good news for oriental rugs, area rugs, and wall-to-wall carpet installed on tack strips. These can be treated in a rug cleaning plant with excellent results. But it is bad news for direct glue down carpet, carpet tiles, and wide expanses of carpet, which do not lend themselves to in-plant treatment. Contaminated carpet cushion (padding) cannot be effectively treated and should be discarded.

What if the water was clean?

Even water that looks clean and clear can carry harmful bacteria. If it came out of a sewer it should be presumed to be contaminated. Saturation cleaning and germicidal treatment of carpeting are difficult to perform at the damage site. Both sides of the carpet must be cleaned and treated along with the floor and baseboards, all without cross-contamination. On-site treatment is most effective when just a portion of the carpet has been exposed to contaminants.

How can I be sure the treatment is effective?

The principal indicator of contaminated sewage is the presence of bacteria from the family E. coli. Germicides used after sewer backups should be designated to be effective against E. coli. Swab samples can be collected at the site and incubated in a growth medium to indicate that wholesome conditions have been restored.

Economics also plays a part. The age, condition, and replacement cost of the carpet will influence the cost-effectiveness of restoration. With so many factors to consider, the best assurance of satisfaction is to retain an experienced ASCR professional.