How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?
Fire can cause some major damage to a house. However, there are many elements of fire, including smoke and soot, that are just as destructive. Your home and possessions can be overtaken by the smell of smoke, while your walls can be damaged by soot. Experiencing a fire can have lasting, disastrous both to your house and your family. When your cherished keepsakes are damaged, it can be devastating. Paul Davis understands. That's why our fire repair experts are ready to help you restore your damaged possessions. Every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. Contact us as soon as you can, so we can reduce costly fire and smoke damage to your home.How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?
Your house can undergo serious smoke damage without a major fire breaking out. Closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors if you don't start cleaning immediately. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise the smell of smoke will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few tips on how to quickly cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop spreading smoke, shut off your HVAC system.
- Put large fans by open windows and doors to fan out the smokey air.
- When vacuuming soot and ash, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing your vacuum down on the soot could cause stains.
- Clean hard surfaces.
- Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge. Meanwhile, get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
- Clean every item in your house that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any curtains or clothing that were affected.
- Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
The Fire Restoration Process
If your house has serious smoke damage, it's best to let the experts handle it. The technicians from Paul Davis offer all-encompassing smoke 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.
