How Do I Manage Odor Removal After A Fire At My New London Location?

10/18/2023 (Permalink)

The heat, soot, and smoke of a fire at your New London location mean everything in your home or business will be affected. You'll need the assistance of professionals like our SERVPRO® technicians, who have the necessary expertise and equipment to get your New London home or business back to normal as soon as possible.

You won't want to enter your New London home or business until all the smoke is cleared since breathing the accompanying fumes from burned materials won't be healthy. 

Hiring a professional fire and smoke damage restoration company like SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties right away will ensure that your property is entirely free from the after-effects of the fire as soon as possible. We can also remove those unpleasant lingering odors. 

What Is The First Step In Managing Unpleasant Odors That Come From Smoke Damage?

You'll be left with unpleasant odors after a fire at your New London location. Here are some tips and information to help you deal with these issues:

• The first and most crucial step in smoke odor removal is to remove all sources of the odor. This will include removing items that have been burned, such as cabinets, furniture, drywall, and anything that is non-salvageable. Depending on their condition, The items can be discarded or restored. 
• Professional technicians will then clean the salvageable items with the appropriate products. They pressure wash, scrub, and disinfect exterior surfaces like walls, windows, and decks, while interior walls and hard surfaces can be cleaned with mild soap and rinsed thoroughly. Professionals will also clean inside cabinets, drawers, and closets and wash household items. Carpets, furniture, and upholstery are usually cleaned off-site. All these steps should be taken immediately so that the odors don't penetrate any materials deeply - this makes them much harder to get rid of later. 
• Smoke, soot, and odors from a fire will penetrate the duct system and any dust or other particles existing inside the system. Cleaning the ducts early in the odor removal process is essential in preventing the HVAC system from re-contaminating areas that have been cleaned. Professionals should be tasked with cleaning the ductwork, as it involves specialized equipment and procedures only available to them. 

Why Should SERVPRO Of Huron & East Seneca Counties Be My First Choice When It Comes To Fire Damage Restoration?

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) certifies and sets the standards for the cleaning and restoration industries; our SERVPRO professionals study IICRC standards and best practices in water restoration, fire restoration, mold remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning, and other cleaning and restoration courses to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality results possible. 

Our SERVPRO team is highly trained in all aspects of restoration, from odor removal to biohazards and everything in between! From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO's Corporate Training Facility to regular IICRC industry certifications, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your New London property. 

Here at SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties, we are experts in handling the after-effects of fire or water damage and can help with mold remediation. 

This franchise is independently owned and operated.