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When your business is affected by a flood or fire, it can be devastating and highly stressful. More than that, such disasters can disrupt operations, especially if important documents are permanently damaged. If documents are damaged by water or fire, they can sometimes be restored to save the information and keep your business on track. However, this is only a possibility if businesses have a plan in place for disasters and act fast. Time is the most valuable resource in document restoration.

Arguably, the cornerstone of safeguarding archives and collections lies in prevention, which makes understanding potential threats crucial. This is why The Canadian Museum of Nature and the Canadian Conservation Institute have compiled a list of the top 10 agents of deterioration, identifying the primary hazards to historical objects. This compilation aims to assist in preventing and protecting valuable collections, whether housed in museums or homes.

In February 2024, Polygon Restoration was tasked with addressing the aftermath of a large fire damage loss in a multi-level apartment building. This included demolition, asbestos removal, extensive cleaning, and initiating the rebuild process. Our team started by soot cleaning across four floors then proceeded to demolition, asbestos removal, and decontamination of the main lobby.