How You Can Repair Fire Damage
Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a house. However, many people don't realize that fire has other harmful elements. The smell of smoke can overwhelm building materials and personal belongings, while walls can be damaged by smoke soot. Fires can have disastrous effects on both to your family and your home. When your precious possessions are damaged, it can be devastating. Paul Davis understands. That's why as specialists in smoke and soot damage, we're here to help. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke repair services. Contact us immediately, so we'll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your building.How Can I Repair Fire Damage?
Your house can undergo serious soot damage without a major fire. If you don't act quickly, smaller kitchen fires and closed fireplace flues can cause discoloration and significant odors. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise smoke odor will seep into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here's how you can move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:- Shut off your AC to stop spreading smoke.
- Put large fans by open windows and doors to suck out the smokey air.
- When vacuuming soot and ash, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing your vacuum down on the soot could create stains.
- Use a rag to clean countertops and furniture.
- Use a dry sponge to wipe away soot from walls and ceilings. Meanwhile, get rid of stains with a vinegar spray.
- Clean any item in your home that has been affected, including light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any curtains or clothing that were affected.
- Use odor counteractants to deodorize carpets and window coverings.
The Fire Restoration Process from Paul Davis
Does your house have smoke damage? Let the experts handle it. The experts from Paul Davis offer all-encompassing smoke remediation 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.
