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Behaviors of Smoke
A fire loss is very complex
because of the unique behavior of smoke. It is important to
have IICRC trained technicians at the loss location.
American Restoration Kompany know their smoke!
- Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of
a structure.
- Smoke flows through plumbing systems, using holes
around pipes to go from floor to floor.
- The type of smoke will greatly affect the restoration
process.
The first step at a fire
scene is to calm the fears of those affected. Next, we
tests the smoke to see which of the following types of fire
took place.
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Wet Smoke - Low heat, smoldering,
pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more
difficult to clean.
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Dry Smoke - Fast burning at high
temperatures.
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Protein - Virtually invisible,
discolors paints and varnishes. Extreme pungent odor.
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Fuel Oil Soot - Furnace puff backs
cause fuel oil soot.
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Other Types - Tear gas, fingerprint
powder, and fire extinguisher residue are other types.
After the type of smoke is
known, testing on the property is performed to determine the
following:
- What can be restored versus what can be replaced
- The most effective cleaning method
- Conditions to the property before the damage occurred
- The full extent of the loss
- Eliminate needless replacements
This evaluation allows
American Restoration Kompany Professional's to focus on
saving precious items for you, and that is what really
matters!
Deodorizing
Odors can come from many
different sources, sometimes requiring more than one method
of deodorization. However, no matter what the odor
situation, the same fundamental principles apply in order to
deodorize.
- Remove the odor source and debris
- Clean surfaces that have odor-causing residues on
them
- Recreate conditions which caused odor penetration
- Seal surfaces exposed to malodors
You can be assured that with out proven techniques,
equipment, and cleaning products that the job will be done
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Types
of Smoke