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  • How Did A Small Kitchen Fire Cause So Much Damage?

    How Did A Small Kitchen Fire Cause So Much Damage?

    Fires have a way of causing an incredible amount of damage in a home, no matter how small. At Tri Span, we specialize in complete fire damage remediation to ensure that your Los Angeles County area home is brought back to the condition it was before the unexpected fire.

    The Overwhelming Smell of Smoke

    One of the first things you notice when stepping back into your fire-damaged home is the overwhelming smell of smoke. Even small isolated fires in the kitchen can send the smell throughout your Los Angeles home. Experiencing a fire can be traumatizing. It’s important to completely rid the home of the odor to avoid feeling re-traumatized at the smell.

    Soot and Grime

    The black soot left behind after a fire is grimy and greasy feeling. It can coat walls, ceilings, flooring, and your personal belongings. You need experts in fire and smoke damage remediation to clean the soot completely out of your Orange County home. It will require a combination of cleaning, repainting, and replacing fire and smoke damaged items.

    Water, Water Everywhere

    The fire department that shows up to put out a Riverside County house fire will use a ton of water to get the blaze quickly under control. It’s beneficial to minimize the fire damage, but it sets up your home for different problems due to water damage. You need to have the water removed fast to avoid mold.

    Replacing Burned Materials and Appliances

    The home will begin to look and smell better as the damaged items and materials of your San Bernardino County home are replaced. Your kitchen and home will begin to look as good as new.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Contact our fire and smoke damage specialists at Tri Span and we will come out right away to assess the situation. We offer the right solutions for homes throughout Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino County area.[/su_note]

  • Why Does My Home Still Smell Like Smoke After Fire Repairs?

    Why Does My Home Still Smell Like Smoke After Fire Repairs?

    When you have experienced a fire in your Los Angeles area home and have hired professional repair services, you expect that your life can go back to normal. A lingering odor of smoke means something has been overlooked and you have not received true remediation of the problem. At Tri Span, we believe in making sure that every step is followed to alleviate the complete problem.

    Hidden Fire Damaged Material

    If you hire repair services to handle the aftermath of a fire, they may not find all of the materials that are damaged or choose to cover over some damage without realizing the odors will be left behind. You need to make sure that repairs are made by experts that understand the importance of being thorough in removing and repairing your fire-damaged Los Angeles County home.

    Carpeting and Drapery In Other Rooms

    The fibers of carpeting and drapery in rooms that were not directly impacted by the fire can still suffer from smoke damage. Your San Bernardino County home will remain smelling like smoke until these items are thoroughly cleaned or replaced.

    Smoke On Walls, Shelving, and Personal Items

    Smoke from a fire in your Riverside County home can also coat the walls, shelving, and seep deep into your personal items. Bedding, clothing, stuffed animals, and many other items can retain the smell of smoke without looking damaged.

    Clean the Air Ducts and Vents

    The smoke from a fire in your Orange County home will follow the “path of least resistance” route. It means your air vents and ducts are not out of the question when it comes to smoke infiltration. It will coat the interior walls and leave the smell behind. Have these surfaces cleaned to eliminate the odor.

    Remove and Change the HVAC Filter

    The filter for the HVAC system will become soiled completely from the smoke in the air from a fire. It’s often forgotten about until you restart the system and the odor permeates the entire home. Shut the unit down and replace the filter.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Contact us at Tri-Span if you have experienced a fire and still have lingering smoke odors. We will investigate the problem and find you the most affordable solutions. We offer smoke remediation services to the entire Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside County areas.[/su_note]

  • What You Need to Know About Lead Paint

    What You Need to Know About Lead Paint

    It seems hard to believe that lead paint is still an issue since it was banned as a paint additive in 1978. Many Los Angeles County area homes have an existing problem that jeopardizes the health of anyone inhabiting these locations. Our lead paint removal specialists at Tri Span Inc are ready to help you find the permanent solution you need.

    Lead Paint Can Be On the Interior or Exterior of An Older Home

    Lead was an additive used to help quicken the drying process in both interior and exterior paints made in the mid-1970’s and earlier. Not every home that pre-dates the late 1970’s contains lead paint, but you need to understand that there is a risk. You will find as many homes in this era using lead-based paint as an exterior and interior cover.

    You Can Still Have Lead Paint Present with a Remodeled Home

    The purchase of a fully remodeled older home in Orange or Riverside County does not guarantee you that there is no lead paint present. Unless you are shown paperwork that a full lead removal was completed, the risk is there that lead paint is under some of the new materials and simply disguised. You should do a little investigating to get to the base materials and have any paint tested.

    Hidden Areas of Lead Paint Can Lurk In Closets and Cupboards

    Any older home in the Los Angeles area can have lead paint lurking in spaces that are not frequently used, or have a need for frequent repainting. The interiors of closets and cupboards are common to having the surface remain coated with lead paint. It will have to be isolated and professionally removed for the safety of you and your family.

    Trying to Remove Lead Paint Yourself Can Be Dangerous

    You can find a myriad of products advertised to remove lead paint, but trying to do this yourself can be dangerous. When lead paint is moved and removed, it flashes out dust that is highly toxic and easy for your body to absorb.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Contact us at Tri Span Inc and get a free estimate for complete lead paint removal. We offer effective and affordable lead paint removal in Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties.[/su_note]

  • Can My Fire Damaged Home Be Restored?

    Can My Fire Damaged Home Be Restored?

    The traumatic experience of a fire in your home is bad enough, but finding the professional help you need to clean and repair the damage can leave you wondering where to turn. At Tri Span, we will handle every detail necessary to make this process as smooth as possible.

    The Combination of Smoke and Water Damage

    A fire in your Orange or Los Angeles County home causes a great deal of damage from smoke, fire, and the water used to put the fire out. The smoke that coats walls, wood, flooring, counters, fixtures, and furnishings have to be removed through an intense cleaning process to remove the smell. The smoke coating your property is filled with carcinogenic chemicals that are harmful to touch and breathe. The standing and soaking water will begin problems with mold growth.

    How much of the home is destroyed?

    Hopefully, the fire has had limited impact and will not take much time and materials to bring it back to normal. You need to have a careful assessment and inspection done to determine the extent of the damage as soon as it’s safe enough to enter the home. The greater the damaged area is, the less likely it will be to put everything back in perfect working order. You might have problems that are deep within the structure and foundation of your Los Angeles area house.

    Will repairs cost as much as a new build?

    When the main beams and the basic structure of the home are severely damaged, the costs of repairs begin to skyrocket. The more materials and labor needed to reconstruct the burned areas, the higher the final costs. If the cost of completely refurbishing the home is equal to or more than the cost of a new build, you should carefully decide which route to take.

    Is there a sentimental or historical value to the home?

    At times, the price of refurbishing the damage is worth it to the owner, no matter how high. If the home is a generational family dwelling, or it holds historical significance to the Los Angeles or Orange County community, opting to pay for high repair costs over a rebuild might make sense. It’s a personal decision that can be tough to make.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Contact us at Tri Span if you have recently experienced a house fire. We offer all of the remediation and repair services you need to get your Orange or Los Angeles County home back in pre-fire condition quickly.[/su_note]

  • Handling the Stress of a Hazardous Materials Spill

    Handling the Stress of a Hazardous Materials Spill

    Many industries need to keep hazardous chemicals on hand or generate hazardous waste as a byproduct. No one wants to think of what to do if a spill happens but it is necessary to visit this and mentally prepare for the chance of it happening in your Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, or San Bernardino County business.

    Do Not Freeze Up In Shock

    If a hazardous chemical spill happens in your business, two of the worst things you can do are panic or freeze. Neither will help you get anything done to help the situation. Take a moment to gather your thoughts, but then you need to make every move and action count.

    Call All Emergency Response Needed and the Hazardous Material Cleaning Company

    If there are injuries from exposure, or the spill is bad, call the necessary Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino County emergency management people to the scene. Contact your chosen Environmental Clean-up company and have them on site to help minimize the contamination and begin the process of cleaning up when safe to do so.

    Check for Injuries and Chemical Exposure of Employees IF It Is Safe

    Check on all of your employees if possible and find out if there are any chemical exposure injuries. Do NOT enter the area of the spill if it is releasing toxic fumes. You can end up a casualty yourself. In this case, wait for those with specialized equipment to help any stranded employees.

    Evacuate Employees and Block Access to the Area of the Spill

    Evacuate all employees from the building and block off access to all but emergency and clean-up personnel. Take a head count and know who is there and who is missing. Make sure they are not sitting at home enjoying a day off, and you are worried about nothing.

    Let the Professionals Do Their Job Upon Arrival

    You can begin to relax a little as the professionals begin to arrive to take the help in this situation. Stand back and let these individuals do their jobs. Have all of the information handy about the type of chemical, what happened, how many people were involved, and possible injuries. If none of your Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, or Riverside County employees were injured, it was a good day.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Call us at Tri Span and find out about our environmental clean-up services that are available for any business in the Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino County areas.[/su_note]

  • Finding a Building Contractor for Emergency Clean-Up and Repair

    Finding a Building Contractor for Emergency Clean-Up and Repair

    Emergencies happen, and when they happen at your home or business, they are especially stressful and potentially costly. Home and business disasters come in all shapes and sizes from minor flooding in a home bathroom to large environmental cleanup projects at an industrial site. However, not all contractors are equipped and experienced in finding the most cost-effective and efficient solution when emergency repairs are needed. Here are two of the most important qualities to look for in a building contractor when you need emergency repairs or environmental clean-up.

    Fast Response to Home and Business Emergency Calls

    Contractors specializing in emergency services have round-the-clock, live operators who answer an emergency call and send help as soon as possible. Emergency service building contractors like Tri Span Inc. also work with a wide range of building trade subcontractors such as plumbers, roofers, and electricians who can also respond quickly, providing the exact type of repair work needed for each emergency situation.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]When help arrives, experts assess the situation and immediately fix any immediate hazards. Next, they quickly develop a comprehensive plan for clean-up and repairs, minimizing costs and safety hazards for residents and workers. Only a contractor with extensive experience in home and business disaster response can provide this kind of service.[/su_note]

    Extensive Knowledge of Construction Disaster Response and Repair

    Responding to a construction disaster at a home, business, or industrial site requires extensive knowledge well beyond the scope of experience most general contractors have. Building disasters large and small can become needlessly expensive or delayed, unless the contractor is already familiar with the procedures and regulations involved in this type of cleanup work.

    Cleaning up and repairing damage from fires, floods, mold, storm damage, and hazardous spills also require special equipment and training of personnel which most general contractors do not have. This specialized equipment and training give disaster response contractors a big advantage in getting repairs done as efficiently and safely as possible.

    [su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]If you are in need of big or small emergency clean-up or repair services at your home or business in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, or Orange Counties, Tri Span Inc. has the experience, equipment, and people to help you 24/7.[/su_note]