Smoke Damage Can Be Repaired
Fire can be extremely damaging to a building. However, many people don't realize that fire has other harmful elements. Your building materials and personal belongings can be overtaken by the smell of smoke and smoke soot can seriously stain walls. A fire can have disastrous and deep-rooted effects both to your home and your family. The technicians from Paul Davis understand any damages to your cherished keepsakes can be disheartening. That's why as specialists in soot and smoke damage, we're ready to help restore your damaged possessions. When an emergency strikes, each of our franchises offers 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us as soon as you can, so we'll be able to reduce costly fire and smoke damages to your home.How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?
Your home can undergo serious soot damage without a major fire breaking out. If you don't start cleaning immediately, closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen flare ups can cause discoloration and strong odors. Unless you address the problem immediately, smoke will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- Turn off your air conditioning so smoke won't spread.
- Put large fans by open windows and doors to suck out the smoke.
- Vacuum up ash and soot by holding the nozzle right above the soot- pressing down could cause unwanted stains.
- Use a cloth to wipe down hard surfaces.
- Wipe away soot from walls and ceilings with a dry sponge and get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
- Clean any item in your home that has been affected, including light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize window coverings and carpets. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
Paul Davis's Fire Restoration Process
Does your home have smoke damage? Let the professionals handle it. At Paul Davis, we offer all-encompassing soot removal 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.
