Service / Salt Lake City, UT
Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration in Salt Lake City
After the fire is out there is soot, smoke odor and usually a lot of water. Call to reach a local restoration company.
- Dry reading
- Wet, needs drying
Crews use moisture meters to find water you cannot see, then log readings every day until materials are dry.
- 0 to 15 minClose the main valve. Keep clear of wet outlets.
- First hourPhotograph everything, move valuables, call.
- 24 to 48 hrsThe window to dry materials before mold can start.
- 3 to 5 daysTypical drying time, checked with daily moisture readings.
24 to 48 hours: EPA, A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home.
Fire Damage Is Usually Water Damage Too
Fire hoses and sprinklers leave a lot of water behind, and it needs the same fast drying as any other leak, on top of soot and smoke cleanup. During wildfire season, smoke from fires around the Wasatch can also leave odor and fine ash inside homes.
What the Work Includes
- Board-up and tarping to secure the house - Water extraction and drying - Soot removal from walls, ceilings and contents - Odor treatment for smoke in ducts, carpet and furniture - Removal of materials too damaged to clean
Smoke or fire damage? Call to get cleanup started.
Call (385) 513-0739Before You Go Back In
Wait until the fire department says it is safe. Do not run the HVAC system, since it can spread soot through the house. Call your insurer early, as most fire claims need an adjuster visit.
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Fire & Smoke Damage Near Salt Lake City
We take calls from Salt Lake City and nearby towns, including West Valley City, UT, Sandy, UT, Murray, UT, Millcreek, UT, West Jordan, UT, Draper, UT, Holladay, UT.
FAQ
Fire & Smoke Damage FAQs
How soon should fire cleanup start?
As soon as it is safe. Soot is acidic and can stain and etch surfaces within days.
Can smoke smell be removed?
Usually, with cleaning plus treatments like thermal fogging or ozone in the right hands. Ask the company which method they plan to use.
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Fire or Smoke Damage in Salt Lake City?
Call now to reach a local restoration crew, any hour.