Smoke and Soot

10/4/2021 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot damage, after a house fire that started in the garage, and spread further into the home.

After a fire, smoke and soot can leave behind a very hostile living environment.  They can penetrate so many surfaces, resulting in unseen damages and concealed stench. Our experts examine all affected areas, evaluating the extent of the loss, to acquire a complete and thorough strategy of getting things back to normal.

Smoke and Soot Facts:

Hot smoke:

• Rises, into the cooler levels of a building;
• Travels around plumbing systems, trickling into cavities used by pipes, to go from floor to floor; and
• Depending on the type of smoke, can significantly disturb the restoration strategy.

Types of Smoke

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, burning, strong odor, sticky, staining.
• Smoke webs more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue

• Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire.
• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.

We’re Here to Help

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific condition.  We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage.  In addition, we take care and consideration as needed of you, our customers, because of the trauma experienced when dealing with such an event.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?  Call Us Today 1-650-794-1000.