SERVPRO's Fire Restoration Team for Smithtown

5/10/2022 (Permalink)

Fire and smoke cleanup and restoration needed in your Smithtown home? NO NO to DIY! Call SERVPRO

Can My Smithtown Home Be Restored After a Fire?

Most residential fires are usually restricted to one part of the house, often the kitchen or garage. Physical damage from heat and flame is often minor, with most of the problems coming from the smoke particles left behind by burning material.

How are they able to clean my home, so it looks like it did before the fire?

Our technicians use commercial grade cleaners, tools, and training not available to most homeowners to attack the specific types of residues that can exist after a fire in Smithtown.

• Dry smoke residues are the most common, and often can be cleaned off with a brush or sponge and only a small amount of cleaning agent in some cases. 
• Wet smoke residues are stickier than dry smoke and require a stronger cleaner and a stiff brush.
• Protein smoke residues occur when the fire burns beef and other meats. We use cleaners designed to break down the protein chains, which allow our technicians to remove them with little to no damage to affected surfaces.

Are there other residues?

Yes, there is also fuel oil residue, but that is rare in modern, private homes. Dry and Wet smoke residues can also be mixed, requiring more careful cleaning actions.

Is there anything I can do?

When it comes to restoration or cleaning, we advise no. Before our team arrives at your home, however, there are a few things you can accomplish:

• Keep movement in your home to a minimum to avoid spreading residues. Lay down clean towels on carpets and floors before entering.
• Empty freezers and refrigerators to reduce odors.
• Cover the air registers to reduce the risk of soot moving through the vents. Cheesecloth is the best option if available.

At SERVPRO of Greater Smithtown, our goal is to restore each home affected by the fire to its original condition whenever possible. “Like it never even happened.” If you have had a fire of any size in your home, call us at (631) 518-3720 to learn what we can do for you and your residence.