How Can I Clean Up Fire Damage?
Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a home. However, many people disregard the other detrimental elements of a fire. 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 home and your family. The professionals from Paul Davis understand any damages to your cherished keepsakes can be disheartening. That's why as fire repair experts, we're ready to help restore your damaged possessions. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us immediately, so we can lessen costly fire and smoke damages to your building.Fire Damage Can Be Cleaned Up
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your home. If you don't start cleaning immediately, closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen fires 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:- To stop spreading smoke, turn off your air conditioning.
- To fan out smokey air, position large fans towards open windows and doors.
- Vacuum up soot and ash by holding the nozzle right above the soot. Pressing down could cause unwanted stains.
- Wipe down hard surfaces.
- Wipe away soot from walls and ceilings with a dry sponge and use a vinegary spray to wipe away stains.
- Clean any item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Dry clean or deep wash any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize window coverings and carpets using odor counteractants.
The Smoke Restoration Process
Does your home have smoke damage? Let the experts take care of it. At Paul Davis, we offer all-encompassing fire removal 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.
