Contents restoration: Your #1 Guide to Recovery

9/5/2022 (Permalink)

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Contents restoration can be a complex process, but with the help of SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek, the process will be much easier! 

The professionals at SERVPRO receive multiple property damage calls every day. One of the main reasons customers choose to work with us time after time is due to our ability to assess situations quickly and begin the restoration process. Using our knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment, we have the power to restore your belongings to their preloss condition.

We understand that you may have questions regarding the contents restoration process and how the process can become easier before we arrive to help mitigate the damage. So, to help ease your mind, we've put together this guide with some tips to speed up the contents restoration recovery. 

What is contents restoration? 

Contents restoration is the process of cleaning and repairing damaged personal belongings caused by water, fire, or smoke damage. There are many items that can go through our contents restoration process. Here are the most common items that our professionals restore: 

• Furniture
• Clothing 
• Electronics 
• Family heirlooms 
• Important documents 

4 Tips to speed up recovery

Now that you are aware of the contents restoration process and what it entails, here are some tips to make the process go by even smoother! 

Tip 1. Act fast- The sooner you call for help, the better. Contents damaged by water can quickly become moldy, and contents damaged by fire can become permanently discolored. 

Tip 2. Separate salvageable and non-salvageable items- Before SERVPRO arrives to start the contents restoration process, it is essential that you separate items to speed up the process and allow our professionals to focus on the items that can be restored. 

Tip 3. Gather any important documents- It is essential to gather damaged important documents first to go through the contents restoration process. Common important documents include:

• Birth certificates, 
• Social security cards 
• Passports
• Etc. 

Tip 4. Don't try to clean or repair damaged items yourself- It is essential to leave the contents restoration to the professionals. Cleaning or repairing damaged items yourself can do more harm than good. 

Our contents restoration process 

The professionals at SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek have gone through extensive training to learn the best methods for contents restoration. We pride ourselves on our ability to work quickly and efficiently to restore your belongings to their preloss condition. Here is our step-by-step process for contents restoration: 

Step 1. Contents assessment- The first step is to assess the damage's extent and determine what can be restored and what needs to be replaced. 

Step 2. Inventory and pack-out- Once we have assessed the damage, we will make an inventory of all the damaged items using XactContents and begin the pack-out process. The pack-out process is when we carefully pack up all the damaged items and remove them from the property. 

Step 3. Contents cleaning- Once we have determined what can be restored, we will begin the cleaning process. We will use dry cleaning, wet cleaning, or ultrasonic cleaning techniques. 

Step 4. Contents deodorization- After your belongings are cleaned, we will work to remove any lingering odors that may be present. 

Step 5. Contents repairs- In some cases, minor repairs may need to be made to restore your belongings to their preloss condition. 

Step 6. Contents storage- If needed, we can store your belongings in our climate-controlled facility until your home or office is ready for them. 

Wrapping up

We understand that contents restoration can be a daunting and emotional process. But with the help of our professional team at SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek, we can make it "Like it never even happened." As you learned today, we use the latest techniques and equipment, allowing us to restore your contents as quickly as possible.

We hope you enjoyed our guide on contents restoration and that it helped you better understand our contents restoration process. When you have property damage, time is of the essence, so don't hesitate to contact the professionals at SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek. SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek is always here to help!