Is It Safe To Clean My Walls After Fire Damage In Hicksville?

8/10/2020 (Permalink)

Whatever the situation, we are on hand to help.

Hicksville Residents Worry About Homes After Fire Damage

People living in Hicksville know that a clean, welcoming home is one of the best things. A lovely home is a place to come back to after a hard day at work or to look after your kids or relax with family and friends.

The psychological effects of fire damage in Hicksville cannot be understated. It is distressing to see your home grimy and black with soot stains. It is natural to want to fix the damage as soon as possible.

Can I clean my walls after fire damage?

SERVPRO strongly recommends that you do not attempt to clean your walls after fire damage. We understand the urge to scrub your home and make it look, “Like it never even happened.” However, it is much safer to wait for the professional cleanup crew to arrive.

We train our technicians in structural cleaning of walls and ceilings. Our teams know which cleaning methods are best, and which ones to use for your home. A professional team will get a much more satisfactory result than cleaning by yourself. Not to mention, we are equipped with the proper safety equipment.

Is there anything I can do while waiting for SERVPRO?

There are some things you can do while waiting if it is safe to do so:

    •    Cover carpets and upholstery with old linen or colorfast towels to protect them from further damage
    •    Gently wash plan leaves on both sides with plain water
    •    Cover chrome faucets and trim with a lubricant such as petroleum jelly

Please do not attempt these actions if it is not safe. Also, we suggest asking family members to keep moving in the affected areas to a minimum, to prevent further damage and spreading of soot.

How will SERVPRO clean my walls?

The cleaning method we choose depends on how heavily soiled the wall is, the material it is made from, and whether it is painted or wallpapered. Some options include:

    •    Dry sponge cleaning for surfaces that cannot get wet
    •    Wire brushes for robust surfaces and softer brushes for delicate surfaces
    •    General surface cleaners for paint and washable surfaces
    •    Heavy-duty cleaners for more stubborn stains

Whatever the situation, we are on hand to help. Call SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview at (516) 733-1800.