Fire Damage Cleanup in Your Dover Home

4/12/2022 (Permalink)

Smoke produced by a kitchen fire is challenging to remove.

Oven Hoods And Kitchen Fire Damage Cleanup in Dover

Kitchen fires are not as uncommon as you might think. The scale of harm that occurs during an event like this is usually relatively small- the structure remains intact with minimal permanent damage to appliances and contents. However, the smoke produced by a kitchen fire is challenging to remove with just household products and creates a thick, unpleasant odor. Using a professional restoration service increases the chances of returning your home to its preloss condition.

Animal fats are incredibly flammable and one of the common reasons our customers require fire damage cleanup in Dover. Although mainly composed of carbon, smoke also carries chemicals present in the material burning. Where protein is concerned, smoke or soot deposits are typically greasy, and using the wrong products can spread soiling around rather than removing it. SERVPRO technicians conduct a pre-test to know what type of smoke we are dealing with and the best way to remedy each type.

We understand that you want to get back to your everyday life as quickly as possible after a kitchen fire. Although the flames are usually contained to a specific area, smoke rises upward and can travel around the home as smoke cools, ash, and soot drop onto countertops and flooring. You can assist in the cleanup operation by lightly wiping off some soot from some of these surfaces. SERVPRO specialists communicate with you every step of the way and direct you to areas you may wish to help with during service. Some sites, however, require professional attention and should remain the sole responsibility of your technician.

Cooking appliances are frequently fitted with hoods. These hoods feature fans that expel cooking odors. When a fire occurs, the hood and inside the ventilation shaft can become soiled, causing malodors. SERVPRO can thoroughly clean and deodorize inside the oven hood to prevent this from becoming an ongoing issue in your home.

Restoring a property requires professional assistance. Contact SERVPRO of Dover / Stillwater at (973) 810-2825 to arrange a call out.