Fire is not the only issue when a residence burns; smoke creates a tenacious and lingering odor that lasts long after apparent damage is repaired. Despite cleaning, many homeowners in Johns Creek find that smoke smells will not go away. For this reason, deodorization and odor removal are among the many facets of professional fire cleanup by our AdvantaClean of Norcross and Buford crew.

Reasons for Linger of Smoke Smell

Smoke odor removal for Johns Creek properties might seem straightforward, but there are many levels to this critical process. Smoke is resistant to being removed because it can penetrate deep into a residence and its contents. Unlike exterior stains and debris, smoke particles penetrate items, making traditional cleaning ineffective. The following reasons illustrate why smoke odor lasts: 

  • Microscopic Smoke Particles: Smoke consists of tiny particles that settle in porous items such as carpets, upholstery, and walls.

  • HVAC Contamination: Smoke can enter through ducts and circulate through your residence, allowing the odor to persist.

  • Humidity and Temperature Changes: Smoke smells can spread again if indoor temperature or humidity levels change, even several weeks after a burn.

DIY approaches, such as opening windows and doors for ventilation and using odor eliminators, temporarily remedy a problem. Effectively removing smoke odor can only occur through restoration work that addresses a problem at a molecular level. 

Sophisticated Methods for Smoke Smell Elimination

Effective removal of smoke odor requires more than simple scrubbing of surfaces. Restoration professionals utilize specific tools and processes to destroy smoke particles at their source. Some standard tools or approaches we use include:

Thermal Fogging: This effort releases a thin mist of a deodorizing compound that emulates smoke's behavior, penetrating deep into materials to destroy odors. This fogging is typically heated.

Ozone Generators: These machines produce ozone gas O3, disintegrating smoke particles in the atmosphere and on surfaces.

Hydroxyl Generators: This device utilizes ultraviolet light to break down odor-producing particles.

HEPA Air Scrubbers: These scrubbers remove lingering smoke particles from the air through filtration, improving indoor air quality.

AdvantaClean of Norcross and Buford Cleans Johns Creek Homes

  • In-Depth Inspection: This process entails finding all smoke-infused areas, including hidden smoke damage.

  • Cutting Edge Equipment: With state-of-the-art odor-abating technology, we deliver lasting results.

  • Certified Restoration Specialists: Our crew consists of trained professionals with years of experience in post-fire and smoke restoration. Many of our crew members are FSRT fire and smoke restoration technicians certified by the IICRC.

Does your residence continue to have a lingering smoke odor even after cleaning efforts? Don't delay—professional service is a must for effective deodorization of your home or business. Call AdvantaClean of Norcross and Buford today at (470) 819-2070 for a consultation and to start restoring your residence to freshness.

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