Smoke vs Soot

4/15/2019 (Permalink)

Damage from a fire can be devastating but we are here to help!

Smoke and soot are very intrusive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience at SERVPRO of Lenoir, Duplin & Jones Counties allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a plan of action.  

Smoke & Soot Facts:

• Hot smoke transfers to cooler areas and upper levels of a building.
• Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
• The type of smoke may vastly affects the restoration process.

Smoke Types

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot debris after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Lenoir, Duplin and Jones Counties will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information determlned during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, strong odor, sticky, distorting. Smoke webs are harder to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises thus smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by the dissolving of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually  invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme strong odor. 

SERVPRO of Lenoir, Duplin & Jones Counties Fire Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions.  We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage.  We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call us!