Dry Ally Helps Cincinnati Homes and Businesses Recover After Fire and Smoke

A fire is a devastating event that every homeowner and business owner dreads, but every year, hundreds of properties in Cincinnati are impacted by fire and smoke damage. It only takes a few minutes for fire or smoke damage to make its mark. Getting things back to normal takes time, and professional services are a must. The sooner fire cleanup and restoration process begins, the less damage your property will endure since weakened, exposed structures are vulnerable to the elements.

Dry Ally understands the many challenges of smoke and fire damage. Cincinnati residents can turn to Dry Ally for compassionate, speedy, and comprehensive services. We take a community-first approach and will be with you every step of the way to help you rebuild.

What Does a Fire Restoration Company Do?

When your property experiences a fire, there’s much more that needs to take place than just cleanup. Besides smoke and fire damage, water damage from firefighting services often occurs, too, adding another layer to an already challenging situation. A professional fire restoration company will assess all damage, develop a comprehensive plan, and execute each step with precision. Dry Ally offers a full range of cleanup and restoration services, including:

1. Damage Assessment and Property Evaluation: Every situation is unique, and it takes skill to determine the full scope of fire, smoke, soot, and water damage. We do an in-depth evaluation and use specialized equipment to determine the best course of action and how long it may take.

• Securing the Property: The last thing you want at this point is unauthorized persons entering your property, or weather taking an additional toll. We will board up and tarp exposed areas to keep your home or business safe until restoration begins.
• Soot, Smoke Residue, and Debris Removal: Soot, smoke, and ash can get everywhere, posing health concerns and leaving a serious mess. Any ruined materials will be removed, including structural elements.
• Water Removal: If firefighting was necessary, then water or chemical solvents will be left behind, which can result in a host of additional structural issues to your property. It’s important to remove this fast, using powerful extraction and drying equipment.
• Professional Cleaning: This step can be extensive, involving the removal of every trace of soot and smoke from floors, walls, ceilings, windows, and other surfaces. We also improve air quality by removing fine particles with HEPA vacuums. Specially formulated cleansing products neutralize acidic soot, stop corrosion, and clean surfaces. A disinfectant may be needed if water damage has occurred to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold.
• Deodorizing and Neutralizing Affected Areas: Smoke residue is notorious for lingering. We use thermal fogging, ozone, air scrubbers, or hydroxyl cleaning to get the best results.
• Salvaging Personal Belongings: Knowing what to keep or toss can be tricky. We will provide guidance on what is safe to salvage and what can be restored or professionally cleaned, and we will help safely remove items from your home.
• Comprehensive Restoration: Dry Ally has its own in-house contractors to rebuild any part of a structure compromised during a fire or smoke event. This includes any flooring, walls, roof, cabinetry, and exterior structures.

Dry Ally is Certified, Equipped, and Ready to Restore

When choosing the right Cincinnati company to handle a smoky home, repair a burned roof, or completely rebuild a structure, you need to have someone you can count on. Here’s what makes Dry Ally stand out:

1. We care: Our technicians are part of your Cincinnati community. We understand the gravity of the situation and are invested in helping get you back on your feet.
2. We offer rapid response: Our team is always ready to go. We will begin emergency containment as soon as possible by boarding up and tarping, removing water, and more.
3. We offer comprehensive solutions: Dry Ally doesn’t just help with part of the problem; we offer the total package, from emergency services to cleaning, mitigation, and total restoration with an in-house team of contractors. With Dry Ally, you choose one partner, and we’ll take it from there — we’ll even help you file your claim to insurance.
4. We are certified: Our technicians have undergone extensive training and received industry-leading certifications, including IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification), and can handle any situation with experience and skill.
5. We use the best gear: We take great pride in offering our clients great quality service and results. This is possible because everything we use is the latest professional-grade, industrial-strength equipment and products.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How long does fire or smoke remediation take?

Every situation is different: some involve minor or moderate damage from grease fires, overturned candles, or backed-up chimney flues, while other scenarios may involve a full house fire that claimed nearly everything. Minor damage can take a few days or weeks to repair, while professional fire or smoke restoration will require a personalized estimate. Dry Ally will provide you with all the information you need to understand your unique fire and smoke restoration needs.

• My fire/smoke event was small; do I really need a professional?

Yes, you need to consult with a qualified professional even if there was a small amount of smoke or fire damage. Smoke residue is acidic and corrosive and will continue to damage your structure even if the look or smell of it no longer bothers you.

• Will my insurance cover this?

Dry Ally has over 15 years of experience with insurance filings and claims. We know how tricky and time-consuming this process can be, and will provide advisement and assistance from start to finish to help you get the best possible outcome.

Rebuild What Matters Most with Dry Ally

Fires happen fast, but our local Cincinnati team is ready 24/7 to help you handle cleanup, fire and water damage restoration, and repair. From removing smoke and soot to rebuilding structures and salvaging treasured items, Dry Ally will help your home or business get back to a safe, functional condition.