How to Clean Up Smoke Damage
Unfortunately, fire can have extremely damaging effects on a building. However, many people disregard the other detrimental elements of a fire. The smell of smoke can overwhelm your home and possessions and walls can be stained by soot. A fire can have devastating and deep-rooted effects both to your home and your family. At Paul Davis, we understand that your cherished possessions and memories are at stake. That's why our fire restoration specialists are ready to help. Every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. Contact us immediately, so we'll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your home.You Can Cleaning Up Smoke Damage
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your building. If you don't start cleaning immediately, closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen flare ups can cause discoloration and significant odors. Unless you address the problem immediately, the smell of smoke can seep into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- Shut off your air conditioning to stop smoke from spreading.
- Put large fans by open doors and windows to suck out the smokey air.
- When vacuuming ash and soot, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing down on the soot could create stains.
- Use a cloth to wipe down countertops and furniture.
- Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge and use a vinegary spray to get rid of stains.
- Clean any item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.
Paul Davis's Services
Does your building have smoke damage? Let the experts handle it. Paul Davis offers all-encompassing soot repair 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.