Why Fire Damage May Require Deodorization

8/26/2019 (Permalink)

Some may think just because they have a fire, they just need fire damage repair and restoration. Think, again. When there’s a fire at your residential or commercial property, it can leave a lingering odor, and that could be one of the many reasons why fire damage may require deodorization. Thankfully, heroes at SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties are fire damage and deodorization specialists. 

With our heroes certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration (IICRC), SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties provides specialized services that can rid your home or business of offensive odors left by fire or smoke damage. We do not cover up lingering odors with a fragrance; we seek out and remove the source of the odor. Once the source is identified, SERVPRO’s own proprietary line of cleaning products is used to treat and prevent the odor from returning. Any restorable items in affected areas will also be professionally cleaned and deodorized, including furniture, draperies and upholstery, electronics, art, flooring, walls, ceilings, HVAC air ducts and more.

When there’s fire damage -- no matter how small or big -- it’s always a good idea to have your property assessed to ensure there isn’t further damage and to see if deodorization is required. To help prevent further damage as a result of a fire, make sure the affected areas are properly clean and deodorized by experienced professionals. And that’s where SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties comes into play. If you don’t have it professionally done, it can cause extensive damage over the years and could possibly affect your health.   

As various materials burn, the smoke produced travels throughout the structure, which leaves odorous residues and deposits on surfaces and in hard-to-reach places. Unless fast, professional action is taken, these residues and deposits can cause permanent damage to contents and may result in resurfacing odors. If your contents are affected, contents restoration is another service we provide.

The science of identifying and eliminating odors can be tricky, but our specialists have it down to a tee. As experts in odor removal and deodorization, SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties is trained to identify and eliminate offensive odors. These odors can come from a number of sources both inside and outside a structure. And did you know fires are not the only thing that may require deodorization?  

Other odors that may require deodorization:

• Cigarette smoke
• Pet odors
• Decomposition
• Mold 

Now that you understand why fire damage may require deodorization, if you ever have a fire problem at your home or business, now you know that SERVPRO® of Cape Girardeau & Scott Counties offers multiple solutions. From fire damage repair and restoration to deodorization to contents restoration, we are Here to Help you and your family. Will you contact us for your next fire job? We’ll make it Like it never even happened.® Call us at 573-339-1948.