What is Smoke and Soot Damage?

10/23/2022 (Permalink)

If you have any questions or are in need of emergency fire cleanup services, don’t hesitate and give our SERVPRO team a call today!

What is Smoke and Soot Damage?

In the aftermath of a fire on your commercial property in Lakeland, FL, you are going to want a fast and thorough restoration effort performed right away. A professional restoration company like SERVPRO of Lakeland can get your property back to normal quickly. Here's what you need to know about smoke damage, soot damage, and fire damage:

Smoke damage

Smoke damage is caused by the smoke and soot that is produced by a fire. The smoke and soot are released into the atmosphere, where they settle on surfaces in your building. Smoke damage can be caused by a fire that is contained to one room or area, or a fire that spreads throughout the building.

Removing the smoke and smoke odor from your property can be very difficult and often requires professional experience and equipment to be done properly.

Soot Damage

Soot is a byproduct of combustion. It can be caused by many things, including fires, wood stoves and furnaces, candles, and incense burners. Soot is made up of carbon particles that can get trapped in your carpet or on the walls of your business. Its dark color means it can cause damage to property that may not be visible right away but will become apparent over time.

Soot damage can also be cleaned up if you have a professional cleaning service, like SERVPRO of Lakeland, handle it for you.

Fire Restoration Services

If you have fire, soot, or smoke damage in your building, our SERVPRO team can help. Our team is highly trained and experienced in commercial fire damage cleanup and restoration services. Fire, soot, and smoke usually go hand in hand after a loss, and in many cases, it is also common to see water damage present as well. Though this sounds like a never-ending list of damage, it can be comforting to know that our SERVPRO team can take care of it all!

Call SERVPRO today.

At SERVPRO of Lakeland, our team is available 24/7 to help you get your home or commercial space back to normal. We’re a locally owned and operated team of professionals who specialize in all phases of fire and smoke damage repair, including:

• Removing debris
• Inspecting and assessing the extent of the damage 
• Repairing structural damage
• Contents Restoration

Conclusion

Even the smallest fire can leave your business with extensive soot and smoke damage that calls for professional expertise to mitigate. We offer the best fire restoration services in the Lakeland area and our technicians are ready to help you get back on track after this unfortunate event occurs. If you have any questions or are in need of emergency fire cleanup services, don’t hesitate and give our SERVPRO team a call today!