Fire and Soot Cleaning
Fire Damage Cleaning
Whether it is a house fire or commercial property, the damage caused by a fire can have a devastating impact, creating structural damage and leaving premises uninhabitable for a long period of time. In addition to the visual and physical damage, soot damage and smoke damage to the ceiling, walls and furniture, fire damage can also have secondary effects that can lead to health problems.
Therefore, it is essential that fire damage is assessed and cleaned up as soon it is safe to do so. Not only can it cause financial loss, but a delay or failure to seek professional fire restoration can lead to further deterioration of the building and equipment.
How do you clean up following fire damage?
Our fire damage cleanup team understands the devastating impact that fire can have on a property, often leaving them out of action for an extended period of time. Our expert technicians have the knowledge and access to the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and specialist fire damage cleanup equipment, to deal with the damage inflicted by fire and smoke, to help to prevent any further damage occurring.
Our service helps to restore your building so that it is ready for redecoration. Once the emergency services have attended the scene and released your premises, our team will carry out a professional and thorough fire damage clean up and smoke damage clean up, to help minimise business downtime. Our fire cleanup service includes:
We offer an appropriate, tailor-made solution for premises depending on the extent of fire damage and the cleanup required.
Smoke damage cleanup by removing debris and the visual aspects of fire damage.
Soot removal using our innovative fire restoration service.
Why is a professional Fire Damage clean up important?
Whether your premises is a residential property or a commercial unit, the damage inflicted from fire can cause lasting damage to not only the structure but its appearance. When a fire occurs, porous surfaces expand allowing the soot and smoke odours to enter. Once the surface begins to cool, the pores will then close, trapping in the soot particles, smoke and odours. If fire damage is not decontaminated and cleaned correctly, when the air temperature rises, soot and smoke particles can be released through open pores on the surface, becoming a health risk to those in the room.
Smoke residue from fires often travels from areas differing in temperature and pressure, enabling soot damage and odours to spread throughout the building from where the initial fire began. Therefore, it is recommended that the surrounding area is cleaned beyond the visual damage and debris before aesthetic restoration is carried out, to help prevent or minimise secondary damage and the associated health risks.
Odour Removal
The smell of smoke can linger for long periods of time following a fire.
Out service helps neutralises the odour rather than simply masking it.
The Smoke Damage restoration process.
This is done through the following steps:
Assessment Of The Property Cleanup
We will first run through the entire process and note any key observations that may indicate more extensive damage. Our specialists will also highlight any removal efforts that may need to take places, such as wrecked appliances or ruined furniture.
Beginning The Cleanup Process
Once the initial assessment process is complete, Rainbow International’s team will begin tackling the smoke damage itself. It can be distressing to see the full extent of the smoke damage, however, it’s a necessary step to recovering some of the belongings that are near the damage.
Clearing out this debris is vital to avoid further distribution of soot and smoke particles across your property.
Spotting Any Further Smoke Damage
Smoke can travel throughout any nook and cranny, finding itself in areas of your property you probably haven’t seen since you first moved in.
Our specialists are trained in spotting further smoke damage that needs restoration and cleaning services, avoiding any future damage to be caused and getting the job done to the best possible standard.
If you find yourself in need of a fire and soot cleaning service, call Derbyshire Biohazard today on 07976 244452.
Smoke Damage Restoration
From here, the smoke damage cleaning and restoration can truly begin. To fully remove the smoke and soot damage from walls, furniture, and other elements of the property, we will use specialist equipment along with the following:
Full PPE
Buckets of hot water
Smoke cleaning products
Degreaser
Rags
Personal protective equipment is vital during this process, as smoke and soot damage is hazardous to your health.
From here, our team will remove all soot and smoke from the floors by vacuuming the area. Once complete, we will wash the walls and ceilings and scrub away the black soot and smoke damage from the property’s structure. They’ll then be thoroughly cleaned and any areas that need re-painting or re-sealing will be identified.
Common Questions
Fire and Soot Cleaning FAQ
Find below a list of answers to some of the most frequently asked questions for Fire and Soot Cleaning that we get asked regarding our services. If you have a question that isn't mentioned, please contact a member of our team today.
Are the affect materials and equipment dangerous to be around?
Yes – any materials or furniture in the property will most likely be contaminated with harmful substances such as ash or soot. Avoid the affected areas if possible, however, if you must enter the rooms, be sure to wear a mask, gloves and long clothes.
How can fire damage affect my health?
Soot and ash residue caused by the fire can be detrimental to your health. Soot particles are tiny enough to enter your lungs and in extreme cases can lead to cancer. Ash, on the other hand, is more likely to be a threat if you have respiratory problems, allergies or asthma.
Are there any hazards I should be wary of once the fire has been extinguished?
Even after the fire has been extinguished, there will still be contaminated particles circulating in the air. Two of the biggest hazards are soot and ash.
What type of damage will a fire leave?
A fire can leave long-lasting damage to a property, particularly if neglected for a period of time. The harmful toxins found in smoke may permanently discolour furniture or other surfaces. There may also be structural damage to the building.
How much does fire and soot cleaning cost?
The cost of fire and soot cleaning will vary depending on factors like the size of the affected area and the severity of the incident. Other complications can also influence the cost of fire and soot cleaning for instance if you have limited or restricted access to your property.
Call our friendly team to discuss your requirements and get a competitive quote.
How do I know if the environment is contaminated?
Solid surfaces will likely have visible marks, but other contaminated particles may be invisibly circulating in the atmosphere