Fire Damage Can Be Remediated

Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a home. However, many people don’t know that fire has other harmful elements. The smell of smoke can overtake building materials and personal belongings, while soot can seriously damage walls that weren’t burned by flames. Fires can be damaging to both to your house and your family.

When your cherished keepsakes are damaged, it can be disheartening. At Paul Davis, we understand. That’s why as fire restoration technicians, we’re here to help. Each Paul Davis franchise offers 24/7 emergency smoke restoration services. Contact us as soon as you can, so we’ll be able to reduce the cost of fire and smoke damages to your house.

How Can I Clean Up Fire Damage?

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

  • Turn off your HVAC system to stop smoke from spreading.
  • To push out smokey air, move large fans towards open doors and windows.
  • When vacuuming ash and soot, hold the nozzle right above the soot to suck it up. Pressing your vacuum 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 household item that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
  • Dry clean or deep wash any curtains or clothing that were affected.
  • Deodorize carpets and window coverings. We suggest that you use odor counteractants.

The Fire Restoration Process

Does your home have smoke damage? Let the professionals take care of it. Paul Davis offers a variety of fire removal 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.

Why You Can Rely on Paul Davis

If your home has been ravaged by soot and smoke damage, turn to Paul Davis. Our fire restoration services will get your home back to normal sooner rather than later. Our professionals are highly-trained in effective smoke repair cleaning methods and using the proper equipment. We guarantee that you’ll receive faster cleanup and lower smoke damage removal expenses. We want you to return to your everyday schedule as soon as possible. Reach out the smoke cleanup and fire damage restoration specialists from Paul Davis at (630) 778-7285. You’ll get connected to the franchise closest to you.