How To Remove Smoke Damage

5/11/2020 (Permalink)

How to remove smoke damage tips:

• Cover carpeted areas with towels or old linens to prevent additional soiling.

• Discard open food packages. The food could be contaminated.

• Tape cheesecloth over intake and outlet air vents to capture any loose soot in the air. This is even more effective if the cheesecloth is damp.

• Clean Formica and chrome fixtures in the kitchen and bathroom to prevent permanent tarnishing.

• Blow off or brush-vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drapes and carpets.

• Wipe residue from porcelain bath fixtures to prevent etching.

• Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.

• If the outside temperature is above 60 F, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.

Common smoke removal mistakes:

• Wash any papered or flat painted walls without consulting your professional cleaner. Incorrect cleaning procedures could complicate the soot residue problem.

• Clean carpets or upholstered furniture.

• Use electrical appliances that have been close to fire or water before having them checked. They could malfunction.

• Use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet. A short circuit could result.

• Touch anything. Soot on your hands can permeate upholstery, walls and woodwork, causing further damage.

• Call 505-828-3567 for professional help!