How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?

Fire can cause significant damage to a home. However, many people don’t realize that fire has other harmful elements. The smell of smoke can overtake building materials and personal belongings, while smoke soot can seriously stain walls that weren’t burned by flames. Experiencing a fire can have deep-rooted and catastrophic both to your family and your house.

The technicians from Paul Davis understand that your precious possessions and memories are at stake. That’s why our experts in smoke and soot are here to help. Every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. Contact us immediately. We’ll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your house.

How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?

Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your building. If you don’t act quickly, small-scale kitchen flare ups and closed fireplace flues can cause discoloration and strong odors. It’s best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise the smell of smoke can soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few tips on how to move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:

  • Shut off your HVAC system to stop smoke from spreading.
  • Put large fans by open doors and windows to push out the smoke.
  • Vacuum up ash and soot by holding the nozzle right above the soot. Pressing down could create stains.
  • Use a rag to clean hard surfaces.
  • 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, including light bulbs.
  • Deep wash or dry clean any curtains or clothing that were affected.
  • Use odor counteractants to deodorize window coverings and carpets.

The Fire Restoration Process

Does your building have smoke damage? Let the professionals handle it. Paul Davis offers a variety of soot remediation services, such as:

  • 24/7 emergency services- on site 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 residues 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 are used to efficiently remove water resulting from fire extinguishing efforts.
  • Reconstruction of the affected areas.
  • Disinfectants and antimicrobials used to prevent mold and mildew.

Why You Should Trust Paul Davis

Has your building undergone fire damage? Reach out to Paul Davis. Our fire restoration services will get your building back to normal sooner rather than later. Our professionals are highly-trained in high-quality smoke repair cleaning methods and using the proper equipment, meaning quicker cleanup and cheaper smoke damage repair expenses. Our goal is to have you return to your normal life as soon as possible. Call the smoke cleanup and fire remediation services professionals from Paul Davis at (760) 360-1855. We’ll connect you with the franchise closest to you.