Fire Damage Contractors
Everyone knows how destructive fire can be in a home. However, there are many elements of fire, including soot and smoke, that can be just as harmful. Your home and possessions can be overwhelmed by smoke odor, while soot can seriously stain walls that weren't burned by flames. Experiencing a fire can have deep-rooted, disastrous both to your home and your family. The specialists from Paul Davis understand any damages to your precious possessions can be disheartening. That's why as specialists in soot and smoke damage, we're here to help. Each Paul Davis franchise provides 24/7 emergency smoke remediation services. The sooner you contact us, the better- we'll be able to reduce costly fire and smoke damages to your building.How Can I Clean Up Fire Damage?
Your home can receive serious smoke or soot damage without a major fire breaking out. Small-scale fires and closed fireplace flues can cause discoloration and significant odors if you don't act quickly. It's best that you address the problem immediately. Otherwise smoke odor will soak into the walls, carpets and furniture. Here are a few ways to quickly cleanup any smoke damage:- To stop smoke from spreading, shut off your air conditioning.
- Put large fans by open doors and windows to fan out the smoke.
- Vacuum up ash and soot by holding the nozzle right above the soot- pressing down could cause unwanted stains.
- Wipe down countertops and furniture with a rag.
- Wipe away soot from walls and ceilings with a dry sponge, while using a vinegary spray to get rid of stains.
- Clean any item in your home that has been affected, such as light bulbs.
- Deep wash or dry clean any clothing or curtains that were affected.
- Deodorize window coverings and carpets using odor counteractants.
The Fire Restoration Process from Paul Davis
Does your home have smoke damage? Let the professionals take care of it. At Paul Davis, we offer a variety of fire remediation 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.