Smoke
damage is perhaps one of the most difficult household problems
any homeowner can have. One of the most obvious traces of smoke damage
is the discoloration of your walls and ceilings. Even
though only a part of the house was affected by a fire, it is possible to have
smoke damage all over your house. You can try to fix it yourself or call for a
help, but it is advisable to call for a professional company
if the damage is too severe. Here are some tips on how you can get rid of
smoke damage traces.
Step 1.
Never enter your
residence right after a fire incident.
Get permission from a fire marshal to re-enter to your home.
There may be structures which are not safe and may collapse at the
slightest movement. If it is safe and the marshal allows it, then you can start
to assess the damage caused by the incident. Determine whether cleaning
by yourself is a reasonable option. Some damage may require more
than just cleaning and may need complete restoration. If that is the
case, call ServiceMaster by
Lovejoy for smoke
damage remediation.
Step 2.
After a fire,
the smoke may still linger in the air, thus, as soon as possible, allow
fresh air to circulate. Open all openings in your home such as windows
or doors in every room to increase ventilation. If possible, use a
small fan for a faster and increased amount of air flow into the room.
This will lessen the odor in your home and allow you to breathe freely.
Step 3.
Before you clean
items affected with smoke damage, first, make sure to dry wet items.
However, do this only if there are few or small items you need to dry. Do not
try to dry up your home alone especially if it involves large appliances or
pieces of furniture or if a large part of your house needs to be
structurally dried. Call the service of a professional
restoration company to do these kinds of work.
Step 4.
Call for a
professional help. The process of cleaning up after a fire is a dangerous job
and often takes a lot of time. For most of the time, it is better to consult a
professional restoration company since they have the knowledge and
the right equipment to handle the restoration.
For smoke
damage restoration services, call ServiceMaster by
Lovejoy near Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Decatur, Stockbridge, Conyers,
McDonough, Stone Mountain, Covington, Social Circle and DeKalb County. Call
678-293-0297 now!
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