How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?
Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a home. However, many people disregard the other detrimental elements of a fire. Your building materials and personal belongings can be overwhelmed by smoke odor and walls can be stained by smoke soot. Fires can damage both to your family and your house. At Paul Davis, we understand any damages to your precious possessions can be disheartening. That's why our fire repair specialists are ready to help. Every Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke repair services. Contact us immediately. We'll be able to lessen costly fire and smoke damage to your building.Cleaning Up Smoke Damage
Your building can receive serious soot or smoke damage without a major fire. If you don't act quickly, closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen flare ups can cause discoloration and significant odors. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise smoke odor can soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few tips on how to move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop spreading smoke, shut off your air conditioning.
- To push out smoke, 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.
- Use a rag to clean countertops and furniture.
- Use a dry sponge to wipe away soot from ceilings and walls. Meanwhile, get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
- Clean every household item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Dry clean or deep wash any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
The Fire Restoration Process
If your building has serious smoke damage, it's best to let the experts take care of it. At Paul Davis, we offer all-encompassing smoke removal services. These include:- 24/7 emergency services- onsite and assisting you within hours.
- Prompt damage assessment, 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.