Methods That SERVPRO Of Trumbull, Monroe & Northern Bridgeport Uses To Restore Fire Damage

3/5/2020 (Permalink)

Sometimes a fire completely destroys a home and everything inside it. But when it doesn't, steps can be taken to clean and restore items of personal property.  This allows restoration of items that may be of sentimental and financial value, which may reduce the emotional strain of dealing with a fire in your home.

Here are the methods that we may use, depending on the type of item, and level of damage sustained.

Dry Wiping

This method uses dry cloths and sponges for dry surfaces with average soot residue that forms as a powder. This method is usually the first step that our technicians take when cleaning items.

Wet Wiping

When the soot and smoke residue is heavier, we will use this technique.  We use the same sponges and cloths, but will also employ the use of water.  A cleaning solution may also be used with this method.

Foam Cleaning

This method uses a special bottle that forces extra air into the cleaning solution, turning it into a foam.  This is useful when a surface should not be saturated with water, such as upholstery or drapes.  

Abrasive Cleaning

Some homeowners may have surfaces like marble, concrete, or metal that are covered with heavy soot. These surfaces can withstand a heavier method of cleaning, so we use a stronger cleaner paired with a tougher tool.  This may be steel wool or a rough sponge.