Category: Fire

Kelmann recently completed the restoration of a local automotive workshop that specializes in retrofitting car air conditioning.  What Happened The snow plow truck parked in the building caught fire, causing not only fire damage but residual smoke and soot on…

There are a lot of things to be frightened of on Halloween, but what should be feared the most are house fires. Don’t worry! Kelmann Restoration has a few tips to help keep you safe on this spooky night.

If you’ve ever experienced a house fire, you know they’re a huge pain to deal with. Besides the damage to your property and possessions you also have to deal with any water damage from the cleanup. But what about smoke…

Homeowners in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, recently experienced a devastating house fire caused by the most common of household appliances: a dehumidifier. What Happened Located in their basement, the dehumidifier caught fire and quickly spread to the rest of the home, damaging…

This week (October 8th to October 14th) is Fire Prevention Week (FPW)! The theme this year is “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” Fires in your home can spread extremely fast, so every second you have to evacuate counts.…

Take a look at Kelmann's work restoring a Wisconsin home damaged from a house fire.

Lightning is one of mother natures most dangerous weapons, threatening lives and property. Here are some safety tips for the Summer, and some assurance that we can help.

A common misunderstanding, however, has to do with who you can hire as a restoration contractor. Do I have to use the contractor suggested by my insurance agent/company? If I select a different contractor will I still be covered? We answer these questions, here.

House fires are commonly started due to electrical equipment malfunctions and poor heating behaviors. As the cold rolls on and heating equipment is used more, and more, we thought it would be best to share with you the top causes of heating and electrical fires, and how you can take the necessary precautions to avoid them.

As the temperatures drop, your home and property are at risk of damage due to heavy snow, freezing ice, and cold temperatures. Here’s a list of the types of damages your home faces and steps to preventing disasters.