Even when you’re expecting the unexpected, there are still some things that we’re never fully prepared for. When it comes to a property fire, even the most prepared people can be caught off guard. The quick-moving destruction of a fire cannot be understated, but in the aftermath the damages you’re left with are twofold.
You have the obvious damage left by the fire, and then you have the muck and grime of soot left behind as smoke damage to contend with as well.
At the moment it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but there are steps you can take to start to get things back under control.
Today United Water Restoration Group of Charlotte, North Carolina would like to discuss some measures you can take to begin cleaning smoke damage in the aftermath of a fire.
1) Ventilation and Drying
The first thing you’ll want to do if you haven’t already done so is open all the windows on your property. By allowing proper ventilation, the odor left behind by smoke along with lingering airborne soot is able to air out.
If the fire was large enough to require firefighter assistance, you likely have water left behind as well. Dry out everything as best as you can, as lingering water will hinder your cleanup efforts if not addressed.
2) Soot Everywhere
You’re likely to find that soot has become widespread during the fire. Since smoke reaches further than the immediate surroundings of the flames, several rooms of the structure could be affected to varying degrees depending on the distance from the fire and the intensity of the smoke that was generated by it.
You may not be able to clean everywhere at once, but starting small with cleaning chemicals you can pick up at your local department stores you can begin to battle the soot and clean smoke damage.
Thoroughly scrub walls, furniture, and other items through the property as best as you can, and be warned it is a long process, but cheaper than replacing everything.
3) Don’t Be Afraid To Call For Backup
While the first two steps are critical to prevent further smoke damage as a result of soot buildup, the fact of the matter is these often aren’t simple clean-up jobs for people who aren’t trained or equipped for it.
When you need help, look no further than the professionals at United Water Restoration Group of Charlotte, North Carolina be the power in your corner to clean your smoke damage.
Contact us today at (704) 228-8888. We’re available to take your call 24/7, and our friendly staff of trained professionals is standing by to help you.
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