We all know how damaging fire can be in a home. However, there are many elements of fire, such as smoke and soot, that can be just as destructive. The smell of smoke can overtake your home and possessions and smoke soot can seriously damage walls. Experiencing a fire can have lasting and disastrous both to your home and your family.
The professionals from Paul Davis understand any damages to your precious keepsakes can be disheartening. That’s why our experts in smoke and soot are here to help you restore your damaged possessions. When an emergency strikes, every Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke repair services. Contact us as soon as you can, so we can reduce the cost of fire and smoke damage to your house.
Cleaning Up Smoke Damage
Smoke damage can occur without a major fire breaking out in your house. If you don’t start cleaning immediately, closed fireplace flues and small-scale kitchen fires can cause discoloration and strong odors. 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 ways to move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:
- To stop smoke from spreading, shut off your HVAC system.
- Position large fans towards open doors and windows to push out the smokey air.
- When vacuuming ash and soot, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing down on the soot could create stains.
- Wipe down countertops and furniture.
- Use a dry sponge to wipe away soot from ceilings and walls and 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 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 professionals handle it. At Paul Davis, we offer a variety of smoke removal 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.
You Should Trust Paul Davis
If your house has been ravaged by soot and smoke damage, turn to the experts from Paul Davis. Our fire repair services will get your house back to normal sooner rather than later. Our professionals are highly-trained in high-quality smoke remediation cleaning services and using the proper equipment. We guarantee that you’ll receive faster cleanup and cheaper smoke damage removal expenses. We want you to return to your normal life immediately. Reach out the smoke cleanup and fire damage restoration specialists from Paul Davis at 650-445-4221. You’ll get connected to the franchise closest to you.
