Smoke Damage Can Be Remediated
Unfortunately, fire can have extremely damaging effects on a building. However, many people don't know that fire has other harmful elements. The smell of smoke can overwhelm your home and possessions and soot can seriously stain 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 experts in smoke and soot are here to help. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we'll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your home.Smoke Damage Can Be Repaired
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your house. Closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors if you don't start cleaning immediately. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise the smell of smoke will seep 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, turn off your HVAC system.
- Put large fans by open windows and doors to push out the smokey air.
- When vacuuming ash and soot, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing your vacuum down on the soot could cause stains.
- Wipe down hard surfaces with a cloth.
- Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge and get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
- Clean every item that has been affected, including light bulbs.
- Dry clean or deep wash any curtains or clothing that were affected.
- Use odor counteractants to deodorize window coverings and carpets.
The Smoke Restoration Process from Paul Davis
Does your house have smoke damage? Let the professionals take care of it. Paul Davis offers a variety of smoke repair services, such as:- 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.
