How to Clean Smoke Damage

A fire is one of the worst-case scenarios a property owner can encounter. When a fire breaks out not only does it cause damage to your property, but the aftermath brings a new set of challenges mentally and emotionally with the prospect of a major cleanup. 

Where does a cleanup even begin? The soot and odor left behind by smoke may be far-reaching throughout your property leaving you feeling helpless. 

Today United Water Restoration Group of Colorado Springs, Colorado would like to give you a boost in cleaning smoke damage and restore some of the control you have over the situation. Grab your safety gear and cleaning solutions, it’s time to clean smoke damage.

How Can You Clean Smoke Damage?

• Ventilation and Absorption

If you haven’t done so already, open the windows throughout your property to encourage airflow and proper ventilation. This will allow lingering smoke odor to vacate the premises as well as airborne soot. 

During this time be sure to change air filters as needed until no more soot is showing in them. If the fire wasn’t a small fire that could be quickly contained, it’s likely you have to contact the local fire department. 

In that case, you may be dealing with lingering water, and it’s advisable to dry as much as you can as not to hinder your progress while cleaning smoke damage.

• The Deep Clean

You can’t feasibly clean smoke damage everywhere at once. Depending on the size of the fire and the output of smoke, soot is likely to be widespread. Pick an area and start small. Work your way through the structure as you clean smoke damage. 

You should use a combination of cleaning chemicals from a local department store and a vacuum for a deeper clean. It’s a time-consuming process, but it’s a cheaper alternative than replacing everything later due to prolonged soot exposure.

• If You’re Overwhelmed, Call Us For Help

With the first steps out of the way, you may be well on your way to solving the problem on your own. But when it comes to cleaning smoke damage, it’s often a task that needs professional training and equipment to be absolutely sure you’ve tackled the problem properly. 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, call United Water Restoration Group of Colorado Springs, Colorado at (719) 418-2271. We’re available to take your call 24/7, and our friendly and trained staff are standing by to assist you.