Processes Involved in Basic Fire Damage Restoration in Yakima

11/3/2023 (Permalink)

If you have fire damage in your Yakima home, call SERVPRO. We'll make it “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO® Addresses Yakima Smoke and Soot Damage Promptly

Yakima, located in central Washington, is often called the "Palm Springs of Washington" due to its sunny, dry climate. The city is part of the Yakima Valley American Viticultural Area, one of Washington's most important wine-producing regions. The area is known for its wineries and vineyards, including Naches Heights Vineyard and Wilridge Vineyards, producing high-quality wines. The city has several cultural attractions, including the Yakima Valley Museum and the Capitol Theatre.

A fire can have a devastating impact, necessitating extensive fire damage restoration on a Yakima property. Smoke and soot, byproducts of a fire, can spread far beyond the area directly affected by the flames. They can infiltrate walls, ceilings, floors, and belongings, leaving a layer of black residue that is challenging to remove. This can lead to extensive cleaning, repairs, or even replacement of affected surfaces.

Fire restoration typically involves several processes to restore a property after a fire incident, such as soot removal. These processes ensure the structure's safety and its occupants' well-being. SERVPRO begins by thoroughly assessing the extent of smoke and soot damage. This evaluation helps us create a customized plan to address the property's needs. We help remove soot and smoke residues from your affected areas using specialized equipment and techniques.

Smoke residue removal techniques

• Dry cleaning
• Wet cleaning
• Media blasting

Understanding Wet Cleaning Method for Soot Removal

Soot from kitchen fires often contains oily or greasy particles. Also, soot from fires extinguished with water may create a wet, sticky residue. Wet cleaning is beneficial for addressing this type of soot. It involves using water-based cleaning solutions and techniques to eliminate the soot and restore the affected area.

Considerations when applying the technique

• We pre-test before wet-cleaning
• We pre-clean excess non-greasy soils using a Dry Cleaning Sponge
• We allow the solution to sit for a short period to allow it to penetrate and loosen the soot soils

For fire damage restoration, call SERVPRO of Yakima at (509) 972-6707. Faster to any size disaster™.