Smoke Odor Removal Tips

10/27/2020 (Permalink)

Our blogs feature many tips to avoid fires in your home and business.  So what happens if there is a fire?  Check in with us for the next few weeks for our four part series of what happens after the fire.

 Stubborn smoke odor is one of the most detrimental consequences of a fire.  The smell can linger, compromising the air quality of your home, as well as pose a health risk to the occupants. 

 When smoke infiltrates the home, smoke particles stick to all household surfaces and get embedded into all porous materials, including carpeting, furniture and fabrics.  Removing them requires a lot of effort and specialized equipment.  How do you get rid of smoke odor?

1).  Call SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County 

Our technicians are trained in fire and smoke remediation.  We have specialized equipment such as air scrubbers, ozone generators and hydroxyl technology to quickly and completely remove smoke odor from your home.  We are available 24/7.  Call us at 860-887-0447. 

2).  Air out the premises 

Open all doors and windows, also removing the screens.  Place fans strategically throughout the home for added effect

3).  Wash/Dry Clean all soft surfaces

All curtains, area rugs, furniture covers, cushions, duvets, blankets and clothing that have been exposed need to be washed or dry cleaned. 

4).  Clean the HVAC System

Smoke can permeate ductwork and linger in the ventilation system.  Change the air conditioning and furnace filters as soon after the fire as possible and have the HVAC system inspected to ensure that hasn’t been damaged in the fire. 

Our next blog in the series will cover what items you should keep, and what items you should discard after a fire or smoke damage.