Water / Fire Damage Restorers in New Jersey, New York & Pennsylvania

As if unfortunate fires and floods are not bad enough, the clean up can cause migraines just thinking about it. Cinderella Maid Service will take care of water/fire damage restoration.

We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for your water damage or fire damage emergency restoration needs.

Our damage restorers service Tri-state area: New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Our Fire / Water Damage Services Include :

• Water Damage Restoration
• Water Extraction
• Wind Damage
• Sewage Clean-ups
• Crawl Space Drying
• Structural Drying
• Basement Drying
• Personal property drying & storage
• Smoke Odor Control and Removal
• Carpet and Rug Cleaning
• Fast Drying of Carpets, Rugs and Pads
• Fast Drying of Floors and Walls
• Debris Removal
• Corrosion control
• Deodorizing and Disinfecting
• Dehumidification
• All Services Related to Cleaning, Restoration, and Reconstruction
• 24-Hour Emergency Services

Water damage problems can't wait! If left untreated, water can pose a serious threat to furnishings, walls, floors and ceilings. We have the specialized equipment and trained personnel you need to mitigate your loss whether it's a flood in a residence or in a downtown high-rise. Our damage restorers are on call 24 hours a day -- so if you get calls at night or on weekends we're there for you when you need us.

In case of any type of water damage or flooding: Do Not Panic! Do Not Wait! Have basic information ready (What – When – Where?) & Call Cinderella Cleaning Service . Our emergency team of professional water damage restorers will respond quickly and effectively.

Water Damage Restorers

Do...

• Ventilate wet areas. If damage occurs during a cool season, leave heat on; if in summer, use an air conditioner if available.
• Remove standing water from flat surfaces by sponging and blotting.
• Remove as much excess water as possible by mopping and blotting. Wipe as much excess water as possible from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop up wet upholstery cushions for even drying (check for bleeding of color).
• Remove valuable paintings and art objects to a safe place.
• Remove wet fabrics and dry them as soon as possible. Hang furs and leather goods to dry separately at room temperature.
• Remove damp books from shelves and spread out to dry.
• Remove lamps, telephones and decorative items from wet furniture tops.
• Remove oriental rugs or other colored rugs from wet wall-to-wall carpeting.
• Punch small holes in sagging ceilings to relieve trapped water (Don't forget to place pans underneath) If possible, keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging
• Transport computers to a dry environment, remove cases and blow dry with low-pressure air.
• Open drawers and cabinet doors for interior drying, but do not force open stuck drawers or doors.
• Freeze valuable books and documents to retard mildew growth until drying can be performed.
• Place aluminum foil squares, china saucers or wood blocks under furniture legs to avoid carpet staining.
• Place aluminum foil, china saucers or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Take up saturated rugs and carpets when hardwood floors are at risk.
• Open suitcases and luggage to dry, in sunlight if possible.

Do not…

• Operate TVs, vacuums or other appliances while standing on wet carpet or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors. Serious injury may result.
• Use heat to dry closed building interiors; mildew and expanded moisture damage may result.
• Use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Use TV's or other appliances while standing on wet carpets or floors, especially not on wet concrete floors.
• Leave wet fabrics in place; space them apart and dry as soon as possible.
• Leave wet fabrics in place; dry as soon as possible.
• Leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.
• Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet .

There may also be water damage with a fire loss because of the water used to extinguish the fire. The water damage is timely and should be addressed immediately.

After fire damage it is natural to want to jump right in and clean the building and contents. Timely action can be a great help, but incorrect action can jeopardize or impede satisfactory restoration.

Fire Damage Restorers

Do...

• Blow off or brush-vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drapes, and carpets.
• Cover carpeted traffic areas with towels or old linens to prevent additional soiling.
• Discard open food packages. The food could be contaminated.
• Empty refrigerators and freezers if electricity is off, and prop doors open with a rolled towel or newspaper to allow air circulation.
• Send clothing with heavy smoke damage to a qualified professional dry cleaner.
• Clean and protect chrome trim on faucets and other bright work by washing with detergent and applying a coating of Vaseline or oil.
• Wipe residue from porcelain bath fixtures to prevent etching.
• Wipe the leaves of houseplants to remove smoke residue.
• Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
• Tape cheesecloth over intake and outlet air registers to capture any loose soot in the air. This is even more effective if the cheesecloth is damp.
• If the outside temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.
• Pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, tanks, sink and tub drains to prevent freeze damage if heat is off in winter.
• Call a plumber to drain and blow out all water lines if heat is off in winter.
• Remove pets to a clean environment if heavy fire residues are present.
• Retain a contractor to board up open windows, roofs, or other penetrations in order to prevent additional damage.

Don't...

• Do not use an ordinary household vacuum to remove water.
• Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or wet floors.
• Do not go into rooms with standing water if the electricity is still on.
• Do not lift tacked down carpet without professional help. Lifting the carpet incorrectly could promote shrinkage.
• Do not attempt to wash walls or wallpaper without consulting your professional cleaner. Incorrect cleaning procedures could compound the soot residue problem.
• Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture. Again, incorrect procedures could increase damage.
• Do not use electrical appliances that were close to the fire.
• Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet. A short circuit could result.
• Do not eat food that has been exposed to smoke.
• Do not touch anything. Soot on hands can permeate causing further damage.
• Turn on computers, TVs, stereos or electrical appliances until they have been cleaned and checked.
• Do not wait to call Cinderella Maid Service. Damage from the water and bacteria growth can begin within hours.