Project Overview

In November of 2023, a fire wreaked havoc on a five-story, 368-unit apartment complex in Reno, Nevada. The fire, which started on the fourth floor but quickly blazed through multiple levels and eventually through the roof, created a handful of restoration challenges including fire, smoke, and water damage. As a result of the fire, extensive smoke, soot deposits, char, and carcinogens were detected throughout the building. Given the complexities of the damage, the multi-story devastation required the help of various specialized teams to return it to its pre-loss conditions. 

To handle a project of this size and efficiently restore the complex, the owner sought the help of COIT Restoration Services to get the job done.

Restoration and Cleaning Services Provided

• Executed a negative pressure plan
• Performed demolition of porous materials to studs in 188 units and 4,000 linear feet of hallways
• Removed 188 shower tub combo units
• Cleaned with HEPA-filtered vacuums and wet wiped with smoke odor counteractant
• Performed thermal heat cleaning on air shafts and elevator shafts
• Dry ice-blasted and smoke-sealed salvageable wood 

Key Success Factors

• COIT’s lead project manager formed a strategic floor-by-floor, unit-by-unit schedule followed by all parties.
• Daily Field Reports (DFRs) were created to capture goals, equipment used, personnel, and progress images.
• The 350,000-square-foot restoration job took COIT only 120 days and a team of 136 workers—saving the complex millions of dollars in rebuild costs.

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This restoration project was completed by COIT’s Reno location with expert direction from Lonnie Fixel. As the franchise owner and project lead for COIT operations, Lonnie played an instrumental role in outlining the project scope, coordinating with outside teams, ensuring the job got done on time, and saving a significant amount of costs.

To consult with our experts, contact COIT Restoration Services today.