Removing Smoke Residue in Farmington After a Fire

2/19/2021 (Permalink)

Dealing with the aftermath of a fire can be overwhelming. Contact SERVPRO and we'll be there for you during the entire process.

Why Do Some Fire Damage Residues Smear After a Farmington Fire?

Fires can ignite in all areas of a building; however, many begin in the kitchen. Grease fires produce oily smoke residue that adheres to surfaces, while hot, dry fires produce lighter residues that can be vacuumed or wiped from hard surfaces. Using the appropriate cleaning agents avoids smearing oily residues.

SERVPRO fire damage technicians responding to a Farmington fire always inspect the building before initiating restoration, which may include:

• Safety assessment and overall requirements
• Board up or roof-tarp installation
• Location and type of fire as well as the extent of the damage
• Water removal and drying
• Removal of fire-damaged contents and structure
• Tracing of smoke residues throughout the building, including types of residues
• Cleanup of smoke residues using appropriate cleaning methods for dry, oily, or chemical residues on various surfaces

Odor removal and restoration activities can then proceed, including minor repairs.

Contact SERVPRO of The Farmington Valley for fire damage service to Farmington and surrounding areas. We can help 24/7. Call (860) 675-4500.