In case of a fire disaster, extinguishing the fire is only the beginning of the real work. Once the final flame is out, the restoration of your commercial or personal property is a messy, complex job that requires professional expertise for a full recovery. A major challenge is the smoke, mold, and soot restoration required following fire damage.
PENCO is your professional fire restorer in the greater Atlanta area and throughout the Southeast. Our top-quality products, high-level equipment, emergency services, and expertly trained professionals create a seamless smoke restoration process for clients, helping them quickly return to pre-loss conditions. By removing the smell of smoke, cleaning HVAC systems, and eliminating soot stains on walls and ceilings, you can smoothly return to your normal daily routines in a cleaner, healthier environment.
Clean Up Smoke Damage in Southeast Georgia
Our skilled fire damage and smoke clean-up crews use specialized equipment and chemicals to penetrate cracks and crevices. These neutralize and remove smoke and soot odors to lasting effect. This cleaning process includes using restoration chemicals capable of removing smoke stains and soot coatings (as well as pollutants such as flood debris and water damage). Cleaning prevents damage from becoming permanently embedded in your property’s structure, appliances, and other personal belongings throughout. Addressing these types of issues is important for a number of reasons, including safety, health, and hygiene.
We Provide Thorough Smoke Damage Restoration
After the devastation of fire and water damage, you need professional support to start the road to recovery on the right foot. PENCO Restoration offers comprehensive repair and cleaning solutions for every stage of the recovery process. From board-up services to air duct cleaning and mold out, we take the time to attend to every detail, and that includes smoke and soot damage cleanup.
Our cleaning process involves state-of-the-art products and equipment, such as ozone generators, to provide in-depth restoration of all affected areas. Eliminating the evidence of fire with smoke damage cleaning and smoke odor removal makes the damaged area of your property a safe place to be again. Move forward with your return to pre-loss conditions when you contact the PENCO team today.
Answers To Your Smoke & Soot Cleanup FAQs
Many different circumstances can lead to result in the need for soot removal and smoke cleanup, but some of the most common circumstances include:
- Fire damage has directly affected your property
- A fire has taken place in your neighborhood or near your business
- A person or multiple people have been smoking on your property
We take care of smoke odors and smoke damage caused by the following kinds of dangerous smoke residues to restore your structure, furniture, contents, and air quality:
- Dry Smoke – Results from a fast-burning and high-temp fire.
- Wet Smoke – Results from a low-heat or smoldering fire. It has a pungent odor and a sticky, smeary texture.
- Protein Smoke – Discolours paints and varnishes, has an extremely pungent odor, and is essentially invisible.
- Fuel Oil Smoke – Results from furnace smoke from the duct returns in the ventilation system and causes dangerous oily soot.
Yes! Because PENCO Restoration is a full-service property restoration and repair company, our technicians come equipped to handle every aspect of a fire and smoke damage repair and restoration project. Our fire damage restoration services include:
- Emergency board-up and weatherization
- Ozone treatments
- High-speed drying and dehumidification
- Ultrasonic contents cleaning
- Electronics reclamation using ODEL technology
- Off-site secure storage of contents
- Experienced tradesmen to provide full reconstruction
- Digital barcoding inventory and pack-out
Your safety, security and customer satisfaction are important to us—contact the PENCO team today to request your free consultation.
While it’s possible to clean up minor smoke and soot damage yourself, it’s usually best to hire professionals for thorough and safe restoration. Professionals have the necessary and proper equipment, expertise, and knowledge of cleaning agents to effectively remove smoke residues and odor from surfaces without causing further damage.
Yes, exposure to smoke and soot can pose health risks, especially for individuals with respiratory conditions or sensitivities. Soot particles can contain harmful substances and carcinogens, which can exacerbate respiratory problems and cause other health issues. Prompt cleanup, disposal, odor removal and restoration are crucial for mitigating these risks.
To protect and minimize the risk of smoke and soot damage, it’s essential to practice fire safety measures such as installing smoke detectors, maintaining electrical systems, using fire-resistant materials, and exercising caution when cooking or using fireplaces. Regular maintenance and inspections can also help identify and resolve potential hazards before they escalate into fires.
Comprehensive Fire Restoration Services
In the aftermath of a disaster, wading through bureaucratic tape can be one of the most stressful aspects of the path to recovery. PENCO Restoration offers comprehensive services with advanced equipment —from boarding up your business or personal property to full restoration—and this includes helping you handle insurance claims.
The PENCO team will work directly with your insurance company to cover any losses you may have and provide proficient, efficient, and detailed service to get your home back in working order as quickly as possible. Your satisfaction is our priority, and our helpful staff will make these difficult processes smoother and simpler. Get on the path to recovery today—reach out to our team and request your free consultation.