Cleaning Up Your Home After Smoke Damage

11/7/2019 (Permalink)

After a fire in your home, it can seem almost impossible to get everything back in order and cleaned up. The effects on both your home and family can feel really overwhelming and like you’ll never get back to normal. However, SERVPRO of Huron and East Seneca Counties is here to tell you that it is possible and we are here to help with any damage and restoration your home may need. In addition, we want to give you some tips to help you do what you can to repair your home on your own.

• Evaluate the damage. 

If there is any active water damage from firefighters, clean up is essential to avoid mold from developing. If you suspect any mold, make sure to schedule a Mold Inspection with SERVPRO of Huron and East Seneca Counties as soon as possible to avoid health problems and further damage. Evaluate carpet and floors that may need attention from Fire damage and remove belongings that could be damaged from the remaining smoke.

• Turn off the AC.

Leaving the AC running can have an effect on your health and continue to spread smoke, damaging items that weren’t previously touched by the fire.

• Clean all items already affected by the fire.

Everything in your home during the fire, including countertops, furniture, and lights, needs to be cleaned. 

• Suck out the smoke.

Use fans positioned towards windows and doors to eliminate some of the remaining smoke.

• Don’t attempt to handle it alone.

Fire cleanup is a complex process and while you can handle the basics, the pros at SERVPRO of Huron and East Seneca Counties are specialized in Fire Damage clean-up and want to be sure that your home is restored to the best condition possible. We care about your family and home and want to take some of the responsibility off your shoulders during this difficult time.

We are here to help you in any emergency, no matter the size. If you have experienced a disaster event, call SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties for assistance. We will be there right away.