How You Can Clean Up Smoke Damage
Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a building. However, there are many elements of fire, including soot and smoke, that can be just as detrimental. The smell of smoke can overwhelm building materials and personal belongings and soot can seriously stain walls. Fires can be damaging to both to your family and your house. When your cherished possessions are damaged, it can be devastating. At Paul Davis, we understand. That's why as fire restoration specialists, we're here to help. Each Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us immediately, so we'll be able to lessen the cost of fire and smoke damage to your house.Smoke Damage Can Be Repaired
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your building. Closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors if you don't act quickly. Unless you address the problem immediately, smoke odor will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop spreading smoke, shut off your HVAC system.
- Position large fans towards open doors and windows to suck out the smoke.
- When vacuuming soot and ash, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing down on the soot could create stains.
- Use a rag to wipe down hard surfaces.
- Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge. Meanwhile, use a vinegary spray to get rid of stains.
- Clean every household item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
Paul Davis's Services
If your building has serious smoke damage, it's best to let the professionals take care of it. Paul Davis offers a variety of soot remediation services. These include:- 24/7 emergency services- onsite and assisting you within hours.
- Prompt damage evaluation, pretesting and estimates.
- Emergency board-up and structural stabilization.
- Environmentally friendly methods for clearing soot and other residue from fire damage.
- Smoke odor removal, sanitation and air purification.
- Careful removal and securing of damaged household goods, personal possessions and other contents for cleaning and restoration.
- Industrial grade water extractors, dehumidifiers, air movers and other equipment used to efficiently remove water resulting from fire extinguishing efforts.
- Reconstruction of the affected areas.
- Disinfectants and antimicrobials used to prevent mold and mildew.
