Bungalow Fire Restoration

Rebuilding After Devastation - Restoring a Home with Care and Craftsmanship

First4Property was contacted through an insurance referral to assist in the restoration of a bungalow in Swanage, Dorset that had suffered significant fire damage. The fire had destroyed the existing roof structure and left extensive water damage throughout the property – with an estimated 750,000 litres of water used to extinguish the blaze!

Our Role

Our team was swiftly mobilised to carry out urgent strip-out works and begin the rebuild process. We were responsible for:

• Removing the fire-damaged roofing structure
• Designing and installing a new 153m² cut timber roof
• Stripping out and disposing of water-damaged internal materials
• Coordinating works safely and efficiently to support the wider restoration effort

Challenges & Achievements

This project required a balance of structural integrity, safety, and sensitivity – working within a damaged building while ensuring timelines were met and future resilience was built in. The extensive water damage meant that significant drying, assessment, and planning had to be undertaken before the rebuild could begin. Thanks to our experienced team, we were able to restore the property’s structural framework and help move the project toward full recovery and reinstatement for the homeowner.

Talk to First4Property – we’re specialists in transforming damaged and challenging properties into safe, modern, and functional homes once more. Call us on 0330 1742881 or complete the enquiry form and we will be in touch.