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Fire Damage: A Potentially Major Disaster

Where There’s Smoke and Soot, There’s Fire

Fire is particularly damaging to property. Even when a fire doesn’t take the property entirely, it can damage quite a bit in a very short amount of time. Literally, within a snap of a finger, hundreds - if not thousands - of dollars in damage can occur because of fire and smoke.

Utah Disaster Specialists can help cleanup & restore your property after a fire. From smoke and soot cleanup to carpet and drywall restoration, as well as water damage assessment and remediation, our team of experts can tell you exactly what needs to be done to restore your property to its pre-fire glory. We can also help neutralize any remaining hazardous chemicals and/or odors that may be lingering from the fire and smoke.

More to Fire Damage Than Flames

Aside from damage resulting from fire, smoke and soot, people often overlook the effects water damage can have on property. After the fire has been extinguished, water damage can occur. Emergency services to secure, or board up, the property and dry it as quickly as possible may be needed.

Utah Disaster Cleanup Specialists Cleanup and Remediate Fire and Smoke Damage

According to AssociatedContent.com, immediate response is needed in the following areas to get everything back to normal after a house fire: removal of soot and odors; stabilizing and securing the structure; minimizing existing damage; packing of any content that’s salvageable; cleaning, deodorizing, sanitizing and restoring your content and the structure; and also performing any structural repairs necessary.

This is where Utah Disaster Specialists come in. Since we specialize in fire, smoke and water damage cleanup and restoration, we can come to your property, analyze the situation, and begin the cleanup and restoration process, all the while preventing any further damage to your property. Between the fire, smoke and soot damage, haven’t you been through enough without having to worry about the damage water and mold can cause to your property and your health?

Utah Disaster Specialists Specialize in Fire Damage Cleanup & Restoration

Our team of experienced technicians offer the following services:

• Fast, professional service at your door
• Emergency board up as necessary
• Emergency fire and water damage cleanup and remediation
• Fast restoration of fire and water damage property
• Professional, I.I.C.R.C. certified, licensed, bonded and insured providers
• Smoke, soot, and chemical removal, plus fire damage cleanup
• We use only high-tech, state-of-the-art specialty equipment that is standard in the industry
• Industry-standard water damage and mold removal techniques

Fire Damage Restoration Can Be a Safety Issue

Clearly, a lot goes into fire and smoke damage restoration. It is a complex and difficult process. The main concern when cleaning up fire and smoke damage is the health complications it may have. There are toxic gases involved that are released when construction materials, solvents and glues are burned in a fire. These toxic gases have long-term negative effects on your health if inhaled.

Because of this reason and many others, restoring fire damaged property isn’t a job that amateurs can do, but rather is best left up to professionals. Utah Disaster Specialists’ technicians provide fire damage cleanup and restoration services that remove ash, soot and smoke. They can also help you sort through the process of what needs to be restored and what is unsalvageable.

What to Do If You Have Fire/Smoke Damage:

• Blow off or brush-vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drapes, and carpets.
• Cover carpeted traffic areas with towels or old linens to prevent additional soiling.
• Discard open food packages. The food could be contaminated.
• If electrical service is off, clean out your freezer and refrigerator. Leave the doors open or place charcoal in the unit.
• Send clothing with heavy smoke damage to a qualified professional dry cleaner who specializes in smoke damage restoration.
• Clean Formica and chrome fixtures in the kitchen and bathroom to prevent permanent tarnishing.
• Wipe residue from porcelain bath fixtures to prevent etching.
• Wipe the leaves of houseplants to remove smoke residue.
• Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
• Tape cheesecloth over intake and outlet air registers to capture any loose soot in the air. This is even more effective if the cheesecloth is damp.
• If the outside temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.

Important Warnings on Smoke and Fire Damage:

• Do not attempt to wash any papered or flat painted walls without consulting your professional cleaner. Incorrect cleaning procedures could compound the soot residue problem.
• Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture. Again, incorrect procedures could increase damage.
• Do not use electrical appliances that have been close to fire or water before having them checked. They could malfunction and possibly set another fire.
• Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet. A short circuit could result.
• Do not touch anything. Soot on your hands can permeate upholstery, walls, and woodwork, causing further damage.
• Do not eat food that has been exposed to fire or smoke.
• Do not wait to call for professional help.

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