Removing Dry Smoke Damage from Brooklyn Apartments

2/10/2022 (Permalink)

If you have fire damage explore your options with SERVPRO of Northwest Brooklyn.

Our SERVPRO Professionals Help with Soot and Fire Damage Management in Brooklyn Properties. 

Several types of fires and subsequent smoke residues that a property might experience after a disaster. Depending on the heat of the fire and materials combusted, the formation of soot and smoke particles can be a widespread and threatening presence. Even more manageable dry smoke damage still requires direct cleaning and restoration practices to resolve.  

Removing Loose Debris on the Surface

Early actions taken against soot and fire damage in Brooklyn homes introduce methods for removing loose debris and soils. Even being thinner and less formidable than wet smoke residues, initial actions could make the elimination of dry smoke damage even faster and more manageable. Dry vacuuming and soft-bristled brushes can remove loose solids on damaged surfaces before more focused cleaning gets underway. 

Soil Removal Strategies 

With the loose debris managed with vacuuming and brushing, our SERVPRO professionals can begin soil removal tactics for these same affected areas. With a thinner and less challenging soil layer on the surface of impacted building materials, specific approaches and tools are needed to make the damage "Like it never even happened." Some of these include:

• Chemical Sponges – Dry chemical sponges have a rubber consistency and are highly efficient in removing thin residues. 

• Dry Solvents – Solvents help dissolve residues on surfaces, and we have dry products to address dry smoke damage soils. 

• Wet Cleaning – When solvents are ineffective, we have wet cleaning detergents that can emulsify soils for wipe removal. 

Are Materials Salvageable?  

One of the questions that our SERVPRO team must answer is what of the affected building materials can be salvaged and restored after exposure. With a contractor license, we have qualified professionals to implement build-back services as necessary.  

While dry smoke damage might not be as overwhelming and threatening to homes as wet smoke or oil furnace puff back, the confined space of city apartments requires fast smoke remediation after disasters. Our SERVPRO of Northwest Brooklyn team can help when you need it by calling (718) 522-4400.