How Can I Clean Up Fire Damage?

We all know how destructive fire can be in a home. However, many people don’t know about the other harmful elements of a fire. Your building materials and personal belongings can be overwhelmed by the smell of smoke, while walls can be damaged by smoke soot. Fires can have disastrous effects on both to your family and your home.

The professionals from Paul Davis understand that your precious possessions and memories are at stake. That’s why as fire restoration experts, we’re here to help restore your damaged possessions. At Paul Davis, each of our franchises offers 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we’ll be able to lessen the cost of fire and smoke damages to your house.

Cleaning Up Fire Damage

Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your home. Closed fireplace flues and smaller kitchen flare ups can cause discoloration and strong odors if you don’t start cleaning immediately. Unless you address the problem immediately, smoke will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here’s how you can quickly cleanup any smoke damage:

  • To stop spreading smoke, turn off your HVAC system.
  • Position large fans towards open doors and windows to suck out the smoke.
  • 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.
  • Clean hard surfaces with a cloth.
  • 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, such as light bulbs.
  • Dry clean or deep wash any clothing or curtains that were affected.
  • Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.

The Smoke Restoration Process

Does your home have smoke damage? Let the experts take care of it. At Paul Davis, we offer a variety of fire repair services, such as:

  • 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.

Contact Paul Davis Today

Has your home recently undergone smoke and soot damage? Reach out to the specialists from Paul Davis. You can get your home back after we’re done with our smoke repair services. Our professionals are highly-trained in high-quality smoke remediation cleaning methods and using the proper equipment, meaning faster cleanup and cheaper smoke damage removal costs. We want you to return to your normal life immediately. Reach out the smoke cleanup and smoke remediation services professionals from Paul Davis at 610 328 5901. You’ll get connected to the franchise closest to you.