Dealing with a building that has been affected by a fire can be quite stressful. According to the
National Fire Protection Association, no fewer than 100,000 fires occur in non-residential properties
yearly. If the fire is small enough, you may be able to clean things up and restore the building.
That said, some fires may require that you hire a fire restoration service. Did you know that soot is acidic and will continue to damage well after the fire is out? Here are some signs that
you need to work with a professional.
Stained Walls
One of the things that may happen during a fire is staining your walls. If you notice black and gray
stains on your walls after a fire, it might be a sign that you need to find a fire restoration service
because the stains should be addressed as soon as possible. A fire restoration service will be able
to properly clean the walls to remove any smoke particles. In some instances, they may even
recommend that you replace the material. Attempting to do this on your own can end up costing
you more, and it’s time-consuming, too.
Rust
Rust is a sign that the acidity of the soot is damaging fixtures, hardware and electronic components. If you notice rust after putting out a fire, chances are your hardware was exposed to acidic soot particles.
If this is happening on hardware that you rely on, it can cause problems when you go to use them
again. To avoid this situation, you should hire a professional to sort things out. That way, you can
maintain a functional home that is also safe to live in. The damaged materials should be replaced
and the area should be cleaned properly to minimize the secondary damage.
Lingering Smell
Sometimes the smell of smoke can be difficult to do away with, even if you clean up your home
after a fire. What most people may not understand is that smoke is easily absorbed into many
materials throughout the home. To ensure that the smoke is properly eliminated, you may need to
find a fire restoration service to help you out. A professional fire restoration service will inspect
your home and determine all of the areas that have been damaged by the smoke. Once this
service is completed, the smell of smoke will be gone and you can breathe fresh air again.
These are some of the signs that you need to hire a fire restoration service as soon as possible.
Are you having trouble getting your home back to its pre-fire condition? Get in touch with the fire
restoration service at Lightning Restoration today and we can help you out.