Hidden Smoke Damage and Odor

6/5/2019 (Permalink)

Hidden Smoke

There are two different types of smoke to know about, wet and dry smoke...

As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. When you call SERVPRO of Carson/West Carson, we will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred.

After pretesting, the cleaning procedures will determine on the information identified before restoration begins.

Wet Smoke (Plastic and Rubber)

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are a lot more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke (Paper and Wood)

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

The Unique Behavior of Smoke

  A fire loss can result in complex damages because of the unique behavior of smoke...

Our team at SERVPRO of Carson/West Carson have had countless encounters with different types of smoke damage. We know a thing or two on how to investigate how far smoke damage may have spread in your property. We know smoke can penetrate various cavities within the structure, causing hidden damage and odor.