How effective is Fire Damage Restoration in Saving Property?

3/8/2021 (Permalink)

Fire damage to your home is no DIY project. Call the pros at SERVPRO and let their IICRC certified techs handle the job for you.

SERVPRO Helps Manage All aspects of Smoke and Fire Restoration in Great Neck to Ensure a Positive Outcome

Nine villages and a couple of unincorporated communities combine to make up Great Neck city in Long Island, New York. The area has undergone various changes over the years since it was founded as an agricultural community mainly consisting of orchards and farmlands. In the early days, commercial activities were centered around one section - Middle Neck Road, which runs from Great Neck Plaza to Kings Point. Long-time residents still call this area 'the village.' 

The Shift To Real Estate

The major shift from agriculture to real estate occurred starting from the 1800s, fuelled by the construction of the Long Island Railroad and the telephone development, which made it easy for New Yorkers to shift from the city without losing the connection. Several wealthy and famous people such as J.P Morgan, George Dodge, and Walter Chrysler acquired properties in the area, making it attractive to other people too. The addition of more railway lines such as the Flushing Northside Railroad and the widening and paving of Queens Boulevard brought in a flood of investors.

The Originals of the Mixed Real Estate Profile

Most areas have different types of real estate developments, mostly because of the owners' differing preferences. However, in Great Neck, the differences can be traced back to how the area developed. Housing in the area can be loosely classified into three categories:

• High-end real estate
• Single-family homes
• Condos and Co-op housing

At the onset of the construction boom, wealthy investors flocked into the area to set up high-end properties such as English-style homes with ornate windows, wide fireplaces, and elaborate gardens. However, for these wealthy builders to maintain their homes, they needed help, so immigrants and local laborers were brought in, which led to the construction of simple, one or two-story homes. 

The Great Depression had an impact on the real estate development trends in Great Neck. For instance, the hardship stalled many significant developments, including the Great Neck Plaza, incorporated in 1930. The Federal Housing Association intervened to give a boost to the area by providing loans for low-cost apartments, which led to the introduction of condos such as the Wyngate residential complex that was launched in 1936. 

Many of the older buildings in the area are considered historical landmarks, although many are torn down from time to time to pave the way for new constructions. Great Neck Village tries to preserve these buildings by offering owners tax breaks.

How SERVPRO Helps Preserve Homes Affected by Fire Damage in Great Neck

Fire incidents pose a significant threat to all types of homes in the area. However, tearing down every structure affected by fires is not always feasible. Opting to clean up and restore the structure is the better response. 

In case you are afraid the restoration might be costlier than you expect, you can involve a professional restorer to help with estimates and manage the restoration process. SERVPRO takes various steps to ensure the right outcome, including:

• Testing to locate all smoke residues
• Inspecting materials and estimating the restoration costs
• Handling subcontractors
• Working with insurance adjusters

SERVPRO of Great Neck / Port Washington has extensive experience handling fire damage incidents in homes, thus equipping us with the skills to manage renovation processes conveniently. Call us at (516) 767-9600.