Repair Smoke Damage
Fire can cause some major damage to a building. However, there are many elements of fire, including smoke and soot, that are just as destructive. Your building materials and personal belongings can be overtaken by the smell of smoke, while soot can seriously damage walls that weren't burned by flames. Fires can be damaging to both to your family and your house. At Paul Davis, we understand that your cherished keepsakes and memories are at stake. That's why our fire repair specialists are ready to help. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us as soon as you can. We'll be able to reduce costly fire and smoke damage to your house.Ways to Clean Up Smoke Damage
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your home. Closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen flare ups can cause discoloration and strong odors if you don't start cleaning immediately. Unless you address the problem immediately, the smell of smoke can seep into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can quickly cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop spreading smoke, turn off your HVAC system.
- Move large fans towards open windows and doors to suck out the smokey air.
- Vacuum up ash and soot by holding the nozzle right above the soot. Pressing down could create unwanted stains.
- Clean countertops and furniture with a cloth.
- Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge. Meanwhile, use a vinegary spray to wipe away stains.
- Clean every item in your home that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Dry clean or deep wash any curtains or clothing that were affected.
- Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
Our Smoke Restoration Process
Does your home have smoke damage? Let the experts take care of it. The experts from Paul Davis offer a variety of 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.
