[New Post] 3 Steps To A Home Makeover In Phoenix After A Disaster

Everybody has heard the expression – ‘turn lemons into lemonade’; but how do you explain this to a family that just lost their home due to a disaster? Experiencing the loss or significant damage to a home is quite arguably one of the hardest realities a family or individual can face. Sometimes however, bad situations can be a prime opportunity to complete a home makeover in Phoenix.

Here are a few suggestions on how to transform a home disaster due to fire, flood or another tragic event into an upgrade and positive home makeover project.

Step #1 – Get your ducks in a row – FIRST

When you experience any damage to your home due to fire, flooding, earthquake or any other tragic event, it’s important to have a plan on how you’re going to deal with this issue and move forward. Most insurance experts believe that all homeowners should follow a certain method or process when significant damage to a home occurs:

• First, make sure the fire department has given you 100% approval to reenter the home. Safety is always the most important thing; so always wait until the fire department has completely inspected the home before you head back in to take inventory of damage.


• Second, contact your homeowners insurance ASAP and file a claim.


• Third, speak with the insurance adjuster about options you have to rebuild. During this process it is very important to clarify every aspect of your individual policy and what the insurance company wants you to do during the rebuilding process. Sometimes homeowners tend to believe that they can make any changes they’d like, only to discover that the insurance company would not cover those expenses. Before you move forward, you must get clarification.

Step #2 – Meet with an Experienced Home Remodeling Company

Once you’ve got everything outlined, understand what you can and can’t afford to complete during your home remodeling project in Phoenix, the next step is to schedule a meeting with a phoenix home remodeling contractor that has extensive experience in repairing and remodeling homes after damage has occurred. Contrary to popular belief, not every contractor has the same experience. And working on a home that has been damaged due to fire, flooding or other catastrophic events is a specialty that requires extensive training, understanding of code enforcement and other specific skills.

An experienced home restoration company in Phoenix will work with you to customize a home makeover that will fit your budget, your insurance requirements and also consider possible ways to improve the condition of your home – and potentially avoid the potential of future damage.

Step #3 – Consider this as an Opportunity instead of Crisis

Arguably the most important step for an individual or family looking to rebuild is an emotional one. It’s critical for you to realize that you can’t change the past or change the outcome of the events that occurred. The only thing you can control is your outlook on the future. Working with an experienced home remodeling contractor will also be advantageous, as they’ve worked with hundreds of people that have been in the same situation you currently are facing. Many of these contractors will guide you through the entire process – always placing an emphasis on overall safety of everybody involved. But, they also are known to make this process an enjoyable one for everybody.

Remember, just because your home was damaged – doesn’t mean you can’t rebuild stronger. Take this opportunity to complete a home makeover in Phoenix and make changes to your house that will help you enjoy and appreciate living at home.

If your home was damaged and you’re searching for a reliable contractor, give Peak One a call today at (480) 378-0611

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[New Post] Important Tips For A Successful Kitchen Fire Restoration published on

It is estimated that 58% of all house fires begin in the kitchen. If you’re one of those fortunate individuals who are lucky enough to contain the fire to only the kitchen area, the process of completing kitchen fire restoration is much easier. However, there are a few important areas that need to be paid close attention to in order to be fully repaired – and completed by a professional fire restoration expert.

How To Pick Up The Pieces After A Kitchen Fire

Consider the following when planning any kitchen fire restoration project:

First – Repair Damage Done By Smoke to Walls

No matter how small the fire, the first area to receive smoke damage tends to be walls inside the kitchen. Under many circumstances, if the damage to the walls caused by smoke is not too extensive, it can be easier to clean the walls with bleach and detergents. However, since smoke is very greasy, it is always advised that you completely dust off as much surface smoke damage as possible. This will make it easier to remove the smoke damage by scrubbing it off the walls.

Quite often, after the smoke damage to walls is removed, you’ll want to have the walls repainted. However, another common mistake that home owners tend to make when taking on this project on their own is that they rush to paint before the walls are completely free of debris or damage – or worse, the walls are still wet. This is why it’s always a great idea to have a professional fire restoration expert complete this task – to ensure the repairs to walls inside the kitchen are completed correctly.

Second – Be Aware of Mildew and Mold

Another leading repair item for kitchen fires is the build-up of mold and mildew after a fire occurs. Most kitchen fires are extinguished by either a fire suppressant or water. And when the water stays embedded inside the walls, or cracks in the foundation, mold and mildew will grow. This is an area that home owners should not attempt to fix on their own. Mildew and mold can cause serious health risks and should always be removed by professional fire restoration experts.

A good tip here is to make sure you air out every room inside your home as often as possible, clean out the vents and replace HVAC filters before running your AC or heating units inside your home. This will help reduce the spread of mildew and mold.

Third – Carefully Inspect your Flooring

Finally, the most overlooked item that tends to be ignored with most kitchen fire restoration projects is the flooring – especially if it’s not carpet. However, the truth is that smoke, water, debris and even heat produced by the fire can significantly weaken or even break tiles, laminate or hardwood flooring. This is why it’s very critical that you talk to professional home restoration experts about the flooring needs.

Fire damage is never fun to repair, however by working with professional kitchen fire restoration experts you’ll find that the process will be much safer and quicker than you’d expect. This will allow you to complete your repairs faster, save you time, money and move forward with your life sooner.

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