What you need to know about Fire and Soot Damage

7/13/2020 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot is very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home or business, causing hidden damage and odor. SERVPRO of Beverly/ Cape Ann has the expertise and experience that allows us to inspect and accurately access the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.

Different types of smoke

There are two different types of smoke, wet and dry, as a result of the different types of soot residue after a fire, before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Beverly/ Cape Ann will test the soot to determine which type of smoke  damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on that. Here are some examples.

Wet Smoke/ Plastic or Rubber

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean on your own, But SERVPRO of Beverly/ Cape Ann will make it "Like it never even happened." 

Dry Smoke/ Paper and Wood

Fast burning, high Temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

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