Most Electronics Can be Salvaged After Fire & Smoke Damage Occurs

9/1/2020 (Permalink)

Even these internal computer components can be cleaned and salvaged with the help of SERVPRO.

Fire and smoke damage can obviously cause many problems for a structure, both inside and out. However, smoke damage can also be an issue with electronic equipment, even if a fire did not physically reach the items.

Smoke carries soot, which is a fine powder carbon residue that is often sticky and can easily damage electronics. Even light soot has the capability to short out electronics by bridging circuits and providing an insulated covering on the heat producing components, eventually leading to premature failure. Fire and smoke restoration technicians certified in electronic equipment can clean and restore affected items, saving electronics that most agencies would deem a total loss.

The Process To Salvaging Electronics Removes:

Soot deposits
Aggressive deposits from smoke and chemical vapors (hydrochloric acid)
Deposits from water (lime, sludge, mud)
Residues of chemical extinguishing powders
Dust deposits
Other pollution (environmental, operational, etc.)

Most of our customers that experience a fire want all new stuff. However, that usually is not approved by the insurance company because we can salvage so many things if the proper procedures and timing are followed. These customers often ask why we attempt to salvage items and our answer is simple; the insurance carriers know that we can adequately and appropriately save the electronics while saving the insurance company with lower claim amounts. Based on data provided by the insurance carriers, many times the restoration costs of electronics are a fraction of replacement, by as much of an average of 62%.

If you have recently experienced a fire and you need assistance in cleaning and disinfecting and trying to salvage your personal items, including electronics, please call the certified professionals at SERVPRO of SW Waukesha County. 262-542-0900

If you have a fire or water emergency, please call us now at (262) 542-0900

Most Electronics Can be Salvaged After Fire & Smoke Damage Occurs

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