Belmont Cleanup and Restoration

Sorting Through Belmont Fire Damage and Water Damage Mess

Belmont has quite a story to its origin. It began in 1727 as a parish of Gilmanton originally called Upper Gilmanton, and became incorporated as such in 1859. A decade later, in 1869, residents voted to change the name, citing that Gilmanton was confusing due to its wide usage. And so, the name Belton was born in honor of Mr. August Belmont, a New York financier.  Belmont was also the residence of Governor William Badger, elected in 1834. The history of Belmont, NH, mostly centers on the flowage of the Tioga River and the mills that clustered along its banks.  

Belmont, NH, has a sandy beach on the shores of Lake Winnisquam, where residents and visitors enjoy various activities. Being part of the Lakes region, Belmont attracts a significant number of seasonal visitors. The lake is lined with resorts and camping spots, making it a popular destination for visitors who book cottages and bring their RVs. Popular spots include Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort and Spa and Silver Lake Park Campground (Modern America Campgrounds). The Town also hosts numerous community meetings and events throughout the year, including the Conservation Commission Meeting on October 8, 2025, the Zoning Board Meeting on October 22, 2025, and the Planning Board Meeting on October 27, 2025.  

Materials Homeowners Should Throw Away After a Fire  

Recovery after a fire often comes down to tough decisions, and one of them is what’s salvageable and what’s not. It’s heartbreaking to toss damaged items with sentimental value, and getting rid of food exposed to smoke can feel like wasting money.  However, the cost of restocking a pantry and fridge is worth avoiding potential problems. SERVPRO® helps homeowners facing fire damage identify materials that have been exposed and dispose of them safely. For example, the heat from the fire can affect the quality of canned food, making it unsafe to consume. 

Other materials people throw away after smoke damage 

• Exposed medicine 
• Exposed cosmetics 
• Burned clothing 

Handling Personal Items After Water Damage 

Clean water damage can become contaminated over time if prompt measures are not taken, and it can become a breeding ground for mold and other contaminants. This can impact certain materials to the extent that they become unsalvageable, especially foodstuffs stored in pantries.  

SERVPRO identifies potential contaminants in water and fire damage homes.