Smoke and Soot Cleanup Facts

6/15/2018 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot is very invasive and can seep through various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action. Below are some smoke and soot facts along with different types of smoke. 

Smoke and Soot Facts:

1. Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
2. Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
3. The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke:

There are different types of smoke, wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Hacienda Heights & Rowland Heights will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. 

1. Wet Smoke/ Plastic and Rubber:Low heat, smothering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.
2. Dry Smoke/ Paper and Wood:Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.
3. Protein Fire Residue/ Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire:Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.

Our Fire Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect your property with care.