Building or house fires in Manhattan are common incidents. Apart from the emotional and mental upheaval, these events cause definite financial distress, leading to thousands of dollars in property damage. During these crises, everyone is more concerned about the situation above ground. However, one needs to consider the foundation that carries the weight of the entire structure. While the effects of small fires may not be as widespread depending on the location, blazing fires can wreak havoc. The fire can engulf the foundation even if it starts from the upper stories.
Foundations in brownstones and other old residences can witness the impact in about 15–30 minutes, and those in modern buildings and skyscrapers can have a longer time before something happens. Does it worry you? Do you wonder whether it would require rebuilding or repairing? Minor damages can be corrected; otherwise, replacement is the ideal solution. We at Zicklin Contracting can handle any damage caused by fire to your home’s foundation. Rely on our experts specializing in fire damage Manhattan.
Evaluation of the fire-damaged foundation
Exposure to intense fire can weaken the steel and concrete parts of the foundation, making it challenging to repair them. That’s why our Zicklin team will analyze all the onsite details before concluding. Fire can impact the foundation’s anchorage hardware, electrical systems, plumbing, moisture barriers, etc. These problems typically don’t improve with repairing. Even older foundations may need to be changed due to a lack of safety standards. Suppose the damage is mostly superficial. In that case, special coatings can be applied to restore structural integrity. Minor cracks, for example, can be healed through this. So, we will examine whether the foundation has suffered deep heat damage or just minor issues.
