Before

After

Hotel bathroom fire

Exhaust fans are designed to help prevent build-up of steam and moisture from showers and baths, eliminate damp walls and remove odors frequently found in most bathrooms. However, these very fans can also become fire hazards if not properly maintained and cleaned frequently. Over time, lint and dust can accumulate in and around the motor causing fans to overheat and ignite materials, including lint in the fan housing. Older fans rarely used are also subject to damage as a result of the moisture found in the bathroom. We have found seized motors that caught fire when fans were turned on but not working properly. Another frequent cause of exhaust fan fires is the result of an occupant turning on the fan switch instead of the light switch and leaving it on.

Here are two photos of what the shower and surrounding area looked like before SERVPRO and then after SERVPRO replaced the surround and cleaned and sealed the studs.

Source: www.orlandofire.org