The Dangers Of Fire Damage
Having a fire in your home will give you many questions that you will want to answer after the fire is doused and you have a damaged room / rooms in your house.
The main one is ‘How can I clean up this mess’, which we go into detail with here.
However another large question which we will talk about today is ‘How dangerous is it to enter my home’.
In this article, we will go into detail about the dangers one will face in a fire damaged environment and what to immediately do after a house fire, along with the urgency that should be used to get it cleaned up.
Smoke Damage Health Risks
Staying in a smoke damaged home is not advisable at all, as smoke is incredibly toxic and damaging for vital organs such as the lungs, heart and brain.
Smoke carries carbon and tar which are dangerous to be inhaled. And depending on what else was burnt within the house, it could carry metals, chemicals and all manner of other toxins.
These toxins stay after the smoke has dissipated as it clings to all manner of surfaces and even places that you don’t expect, such as wall cavities and HVAC vents. So the question of ‘Is the smell of smoke harmful after a fire’, is answered here.
What To Do After A House Fire
The main aim after a house fire is to get back to normal as quickly as possible.
The main question we get asked is ‘How long till after a fire can I move back in’. If no repairs or cleaning has been done in the property, it is advised you do not reenter the property with the intention to live there.
Make sure that you have any structural repairs completed, you do not want to enter a property that could be a hazard due to structural damage.
Once this is done and there is no chance of a collapse. We recommend disposing of furniture and items that are too far gone and cannot be restored.
What to throw away after smoke damage:
Furniture that has been heavily soiled by smoke / ash.
Furniture that has visible burn damage.
Clothing that has been damaged via burns or smoke / ash.
Any heavily soiled or burnt carpet.
These should be thrown as they have been contaminated with heavy amounts of smoke. The toxins will be present still, even after a clean.
However, some items could potentially be saved if you hire a professional team of cleaners who can deep clean items.
Hire A Professional
Here at Emergency Clean UK, we specialise in after fire cleaning. With a wealth of experience, and the use of the correct chemicals, equipment, and techniques, we can carry out the remediation process efficiently and professionally. You can find more information on our fire damage cleaning services page, click the button below.