Repairing Smoke Damage

Unfortunately, fire can have extremely damaging effects on a home. However, many people disregard the other harmful elements of a fire. The smell of smoke can overwhelm building materials and personal belongings, while walls can be stained by smoke soot. Fires can have disastrous effects on both to your family and your house.

When your cherished keepsakes are damaged, it can be devastating. At Paul Davis, we understand. That’s why our fire restoration technicians are ready to help. Each Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us immediately. We’ll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your building.

How Can I Clean Up Smoke Damage?

Your house can receive serious soot damage without a major fire breaking out. Small-scale flare ups and closed fireplace flues can cause discoloration and significant odors if you don’t act quickly. Unless you address the problem immediately, the smell of smoke can seep into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few tips on how to quickly cleanup any smoke damage:

  • To stop smoke from spreading, shut off your HVAC system.
  • Position large fans towards open windows and doors to fan out the smokey air.
  • Vacuum up ash and soot by holding the nozzle right above the soot. Pressing down could cause stains.
  • Wipe down hard surfaces.
  • Wipe away soot from ceilings and walls with a dry sponge and use a vinegary spray to get rid of stains.
  • Clean any household item that has been affected, including light bulbs.
  • Dry clean or deep wash any curtains or clothing that were affected.
  • Deodorize window coverings and carpets. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.

The Smoke Restoration Process from Paul Davis

If your house has serious smoke damage, it’s best to let the experts take care of it. Paul Davis offers all-encompassing soot repair 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.

Contact Paul Davis Today

Has your house had recent smoke and soot damage? Turn to Paul Davis. After we finish up our restorations services, you’ll have your house back sooner rather than later. Our specialists are specialized in high-quality using productive equipment for our smoke remediation cleaning methods, meaning quicker cleanup and cheaper smoke damage repair expenses. We want you to return to your everyday schedule immediately. Reach out to the smoke repair services and smoke cleanup specialists from Paul Davis at 989-894-4450. You’ll get connected to the franchise closest to you.