How long will the fire restoration process take?

The length of time to restore a fire damaged property depends on the severity of damage, the amount of square footage affected, and the materials that are impacted. The time to restore damage caused by a grease fire in a 3,000 square foot home will be considerably shorter than the time to restore a 4,500 square foot home with roof and structural damage caused by an electrical fire or lightning strike. Fire damage restoration that mostly involves cleaning and deodorization can be completed in less than a month in some cases. Fire damage reconstruction that requires engineers, building permits, and numerous trades contractors can take anywhere from six months to a year to complete.

Can I stay in my home during the fire damage restoration process?

It depends. For small fires, if you still have power, and if containment can be set to separate you from the affected area, or if emergency cleaning can be done as soon as the loss occurs, you may be able to stay in your home. If you are unable to stay in your home, check with your insurance agent to verify your additional living expenses coverage to confirm if there are provisions for you to find alternative housing while repairs are taking place.

Will my home insurance policy cover the fire damage restoration?

Typically, yes, considering fires are sudden occurrences. However, your carrier will make a determination of coverage based on your policy.

What is the first step of the fire restoration process?

An inspection and evaluation are the first steps of fire restoration. During that process, decisions are made regarding what can be restored and repaired.

Is anything salvageable after a fire?

Yes, many items, ranging from building materials to your personal property, are salvageable after a fire. When determining whether personal property should be restored, it all depends on the severity of damage and the cost to restore versus the cost to replace. For building materials, as long as the integrity of the material was not compromised in the fire, many items can be cleaned and restored instead of replaced.

How do you clean up smoke damage from a fire?

The first step of fire damage cleaning is using ventilation and special equipment to clean the air, remove loose particles, and deodorize the affected areas. Then, cleaning is performed to remove loose residue, and those methods vary based on the type of surface affected. From there, we determine if the affected materials can be returned to a pre-loss condition through various specialized methods, or if replacement is needed.

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If you’ve had a plumbing emergency, burst pipe, washing machine malfunction, roof leak, or a damaging wet weather event, you need a local North Carolina water restoration company that has over 50 years of experience and operates with a sense of urgency. If left alone, standing water, wet carpet, hidden moisture, excess moisture, and structural damage can encourage mold growth and further degradation of your personal property. When you need Water Damage Restoration and Repair, call the experts at PHC Restoration today at 910-814-2502.

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Professional Help When You Need It

We like to be crystal clear on what you can expect when you call PHC Restoration for Water Damage Restoration services.

Immediate Emergency Response

When you call PHC Restoration, you can expect to reach an experienced Project Manager 24/7/365. Simply call 910-814-2502 and one of our professional Water Damage Restoration technicians will guide you through the restoration process. For damage that has just occurred, a response team will be on your property as soon as possible. We have a reputation for arriving on the scene in less than an hour!

Stop Further Water Damage

When you’re not sure where the water is coming from, rest assured, our experienced and certified technicians can find the source and affected areas. When you run the risk of further damage, our team can help you mitigate it. If special items are in danger of being damaged, our specialists can protect them. At PHC Restoration, we call this the “triage” stage of emergency water damage restoration. During this time we create a custom water mitigation plan that fits your needs and gets you dry fast.

Extract Standing Water

Water removal is a critical initial step. Our experienced Water Damage Restoration team determines what can be saved and what needs to be removed. The source of water and type of materials will decide if restoration, mold remediation, or demolition is the best course of action. Before demolition begins, we protect adjacent areas to ensure we don’t cause any further damage to your property. As a general rule, we take the least aggressive approach and attempt to restore first.

Set Up Drying Equipment

To begin the drying process we use dehumidifiers and air movers to dry the structure. Equipment will remain in place for 3-5 days until we reach the desired humidity and moisture level goals.

Prepare for Repairs

A PHC Restoration Project Manager will prepare a detailed repair estimate detailing restoration costs to send to your insurance company for approval. An invoice for emergency services and detailed documentation supporting the invoice will also be sent to your insurance adjuster once the structure is dry.

Water Restoration Experts

When you’re dealing with water damage, call your local, professional water damage restorers. PHC Restoration’s water damage restoration technicians are highly skilled and their training is unmatched in Raleigh, Holly Springs, Lillington, and in the surrounding areas. Our certified water damage restoration technicians are trained weekly on safety, industry-leading equipment, and technical topics by the only person in North Carolina to hold four of the Restoration Industry Association’s advanced designations. Our Water Restoration Technical Director is proud to lead the most skilled and experienced team in our area.

Some of our certifications:

Water Loss Specialist #133 (Josh Smith)
Certified Mold Professional #36 (Josh Smith)
Certified Restorer #578 (Josh Smith)
Certified Restorer #577 (Katie Smith)
Contents Loss Specialist #24 (Josh Smith)
IICRC Certified Firm
Master Water Restorer
Journeyman Water Restorer
Applied Structural Drying
Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
Water Damage Restoration Technician
Carpet Repair and Reinstallation

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PHC Restoration proudly offers water damage restoration and repair services in Raleigh, Lillington, Holly Springs, and the surrounding areas. Call PHC Restoration when you have a water emergency.

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Proper drying is essential to successful water damage restoration. PHC removes excess water, closely monitors moisture readings, and places fans and dehumidifiers to promote drying of wet surfaces as quickly as possible.

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Water Damage Restoration FAQs

What makes laminate flooring so susceptible to water damage?

To answer that, it’s easiest to look at what laminate is typically made of: a base layer of MDF (medium-density fiberboard) or hard fiberboard embossed with a laminated vinyl sheet that looks like wood or tile. Basically, it’s made out of cardboard, which is a porous material that doesn’t hold up to water very well.

What is water damage restoration?

The process of drying building materials affected by water through methods such as extraction, demolition, dehumidification, and air movement.

What is the typical cost for water damage restoration?

The typical cost for water damage restoration depends on the type of damage and the materials affected. An average residential water damage mitigation invoice can run anywhere from $4,000 to $7,000. Again, that number can be more or less depending on the severity of damage and square footage affected and only includes services such as water extraction, selective demolition, and drying equipment rental. Learn more about water damage restoration cost.

How to hire a water damage restoration service?

While quick action is required, there’s time to do some research to decide which restoration company is right for you. You can ask your insurance agent for a referral by asking who they would trust to work in their home of office. From there you may receive a list of a few local companies. Research those companies online. Look for real photos of their team and their job sites. Read their Google reviews and customer testimonials. Research them at to iicrc.org to find out what certifications they hold. And finally, if your project might exceed $30,000, check your state’s General Contractor Licensing Board to verify the company holds a valid General Contractor’s license.

How long does water damage take to dry out?

On average, drying equipment needs to run for 3-5 days to achieve dry standards.

What should I do immediately after water damage?

Upon finding an active leak, shut off the water. If you are not able to turn off the water at the source of the leak, turn off the main valve. Then, call an experienced water damage restoration company to perform extraction, selective demolition, and drying. If you are filing an insurance claim, notify your agent that you’ve experienced property damage.

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Thank you to you and your wonderful staff of experts for helping me. My home had an active water leak and your team’s fast response, smarts, and professionalism fixed the problem with ease and great calmness. A harried situation felt much less stressful from start through billing. Your company will be warmly and eagerly referred. As well, I would like to say that on the last day of work, I again noticed your company’s tagline “Commitment to Compassion” on your work truck…your team, all of them, fully exude those words. They went above and beyond and I am very, truly grateful for their excellence and compassion.

Courtney, Raleigh, NC

We had a great experience having our water damage mitigated and repaired. PHC came out quickly to assess what needed to be done and walked us through every step. They helped us understand the process from beginning to end. Andrew, Toby, and Jeremy were class acts and were wonderful to work with. We are very happy with the results and, though we hope we never need it again, would definitely call PHC for any future incidents.

Stephen Adams, Apex, NC

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