How to Repair Smoke Damage

Unfortunately, fire can have extremely damaging effects on a house. However, there are many elements of fire, including soot and smoke, that are just as destructive. Your building materials and personal belongings can be overwhelmed by the smell of smoke and your walls can be damaged by smoke soot. Experiencing a fire can have lasting, catastrophic both to your house and your family. When your cherished keepsakes are damaged, it can be disheartening. Paul Davis understands. That's why as fire repair specialists, we're ready to help you restore your damaged possessions. When an emergency strikes, each of our franchises offers 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we'll be able to lessen the cost of fire and smoke damages to your building.

Repairing Smoke Damage

Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your building. If you don't act quickly, closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise the smell of smoke can soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:
  • To stop spreading smoke, turn off your AC.
  • To push out smokey air, put large fans by open windows and doors.
  • 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 countertops and furniture with a cloth.
  • Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge. Meanwhile, get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
  • Clean any item in your house that has been affected, including light bulbs.
  • Dry clean or deep wash any clothing or curtains that were affected.
  • Use odor counteractants to deodorize carpets and window coverings.

The Smoke Restoration Process

If your building has serious smoke damage, it's best to let the experts handle it. The technicians from Paul Davis offer a variety of smoke 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.

Contact Paul Davis Today

Has your building recently undergone soot damage? Turn to the experts from Paul Davis. After we we're done with our restorations services, you'll have your house back sooner rather than later. Our specialists are highly-trained in high-quality smoke repair cleaning services and using the proper equipment, meaning quicker cleanup and lower smoke damage removal costs. Our goal is to have you return to your everyday schedule immediately. Reach out the smoke remediation services and smoke cleanup specialists from Paul Davis at +1-403-696-8886. You'll get connected to the franchise closest to you.