Dealing with Smoke Damage to Your Walls

12/28/2022 (Permalink)

Fire damage is not only soul-crushing, but its impact on your Green Hills home or business leaves an imprint on your mind like no other. It can be difficult to decipher where to begin. There’s the cleanup, restoration, and of course, the insurance paperwork that comes with filing a claim on your property. And let’s not forget the distinct odor that a fire leaves behind, which many experts have said that smells often unlock vivid memories. The goal is to get you back on your feet as soon as possible, starting with the smoke damage to your walls. We will discuss below the top tips on dealing with smoke damage and what DIY cleanup methods you can take advantage of while the professionals are on their way. 

How Can You Remedy Smoke Damage While Waiting For SERVPRO? 

• According to the Red Cross, one way to get rid of smoke and soot from your walls is to use a mild detergent or add 4-6 tablespoons of tri-sodium phosphate and 1 cup of a household cleaner to warm water. Ensure that you are wearing rubber gloves throughout the process. 
• Another way you can remedy smoke damage while waiting for us is to wipe down your walls with a clean rag dipped in vinegar. This solution is known to cut through even the trickiest of smoke smells, but it is only a temporary solution because restoration doesn’t just end at getting rid of a pungent odor. 
• Before having your walls repainted, make sure all surfaces are completely dry! It may sound like common sense, but mold damage is a valid concern when there is still wetness from firefighting efforts or moisture from cleaning up with warm water. 

What Should You Do Immediately After A Fire? 

• After determining that it is safe enough to go inside your home or business, limit all movement to reduce soot particles from clinging to other areas of the property, like the floors and carpets. 
• Change your HVAC filters; while you’re at it, take care of your air registers by taping double layers of cheesecloth over them!
• Place old linens and clean towels in heavy traffic areas to avoid spreading more soot and ashy remains throughout the property. 

Fire damage is a rough ordeal. We understand. SERVPRO of Belle Meade and West Nashville are highly trained and technologically savvy, so our technicians are the pros at efficiently bringing your Green Hills property back to its preloss condition. Our “restore vs. replace” mentality sets us apart from other restoration companies in Green Hills because you’ll save money while keeping irreplaceable mementos. We even manage the insurance paperwork during the claims process to make things easier for you. If you need us, contact us at (615) 242-9391. All it takes is one call, and we’ll handle the rest!

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