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Dealing with Fire and Water Damage in Santa Rosa and Sonoma County

March 29, 2018

March 29, 2018 – Santa Rosa and Sonoma County – When major disaster strikes, preparation is key. Restoration experts usually start working days in advance, buying equipment, training staff on rescue missions and initiating community involvement exercises to educate people on what can be done at home to minimize damage. Huge storms and wildfires like the ones that have battered California in recent months can still cause significant damage though.

Water damage and fire restoration companies in Santa Rosa and Sonoma County recommend being aware of what to expect and educating oneself on the kind of services required to get things back to normal.

Water Damage Restoration in Sonoma County

Disaster restoration is always about focusing not just on tools and equipment but being mentally prepared for dealing with exhaustion. Water damage can lead to the piling up of mud, for instance, and significant damage to wood, drywall, and baseboards. Water can also carry contaminants and should be analyzed by an expert. Qualified cleaning technicians also use the latest technology to diagnose and eradicate odors from surfaces.

Fire Restoration Companies in Santa Rosa

Nicole Humber, owner and CEO of Bravo Restoration & Construction in Sonoma County, California, found her company in the midst of a firestorm in California wine country last fall, inundated with calls for help after raging wildfires destroyed or greatly damaged hundreds of properties. She points out that, after a fire, homes covered in ash have to be washed, although the odor from fires tends to linger for months, reviving in intensity with weather changes.

About Bravo Restoration & Construction

Bravo Restoration & Construction is an environmental cleanup company offering restoration services in Sonoma County, Marin County, and Napa County. To find out more, call (707) 837-0675 or visit https://www.bravorestoration.com.

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