How You Can Repair Smoke Damage

Unfortunately, fire can have extremely damaging effects on a building. However, many people don’t realize that fire has other harmful elements. Smoke odor can overwhelm building materials and personal belongings and your walls can be damaged by smoke soot. Fires can have damaging effects on both to your family and your home.

At Paul Davis, we understand that your cherished keepsakes and memories are at stake. That’s why our fire repair experts are here to help. Every Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke repair services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we’ll be able to lessen costly fire and smoke damages to your home.

You Can Repair Smoke Damage

Your home can undergo serious smoke or soot damage without a major fire breaking out. If you don’t act quickly, smaller kitchen flare ups and closed fireplace flues can cause discoloration and strong odors. Unless you address the problem immediately, smoke will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few ways to move fast and cleanup any smoke damage:

  • Shut off your air conditioning to stop spreading smoke.
  • To fan out smoke, move large fans towards open windows and doors.
  • When vacuuming soot and ash, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing down on the soot could cause stains.
  • Wipe down hard surfaces.
  • Use a dry sponge to wipe away soot from ceilings and walls, while using a vinegary spray to wipe away stains.
  • Clean any household 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. The technicians from Paul Davis offer all-encompassing soot repair services. These include:

  • 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.

Contact Paul Davis Today

Has your home had recent soot damage? Reach out to the experts from Paul Davis. You‘ll finally get your home back after we’re done with our smoke remediation services. Our experts are specialized in effective smoke remediation cleaning methods and using the proper equipment, meaning faster cleanup and cheaper smoke damage repair expenses. Our goal is to have you return to your normal life immediately. Call the fire repair services and smoke cleanup experts from Paul Davis at (317) 357-5396. We’ll help get you in touch with you with the franchise closest to you.