Soot and Smoke Cleanup

3/31/2021 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot are very invasive, and they can enter your home through different cavities, causing concealed harm and odor. Our crew will examine and reliably determine the extent of the damage using our smoke damage qualifications and experience to establish a detailed plan of action.

Facts About Soot and Smoke:

• Hot smoke rises to the upper levels and cooler areas of a building.
• Smoke seeps into the holes used by pipes to travel from floor to floor, circling plumbing systems.
• The type of smoke can have a significant impact on the restoration process.

Different Kinds of Smoke

Wet and dry smoke are the 2 types of smoke. As a result, various forms of soot residue are left behind after a burn.  SERVPRO of Naperville will test the soot to assess the type of smoke damage that has occurred before starting the restoration process. The cleaning procedures would then be determined by the information gathered during the pre-testing. Here's a bit more information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor. 

Since every smoke and fire damage scenario is different, each one requires a custom solution tailored to the particular circumstances. We have the tools, expertise, and experience to restore fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with compassion and reverence, as well as your belongings.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?
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