Removing Soot and Fire Damage From Brookside Fireplace Masonry

11/24/2024 (Permalink)

Fire damage is difficult to get rid of in your house. Contact SERVPRO 24/7 for certified technicians and equipment to get the job done.

Complete Fire Cleanup is Essential for Odor Removal

When a fire affects your fireplace masonry, it leaves behind more than visible soot. Fire damage penetrates deep into the porous surfaces of brick and stone, trapping smoke particles and odors that are tough to eliminate with standard cleaning methods.

Why Soot and Smoke Stick to Masonry

Removing fire damage from a Brookside fireplace requires professional tools for the best outcome. Water damage is a frequent complication, and during a fire, smoke particles are carried through the air and:

• It can settle into the rough, porous fireplace brick and stone surfaces.
• This substance not only leaves visible staining but also embeds odor-causing particles.
• The porous nature of masonry allows soot and smoke to lodge deeply into tiny crevices, making them difficult to reach without specialized equipment and cleaning agents.

The Risks of DIY Soot Removal

While it may be tempting to tackle fireplace cleaning alone, typical household cleaners are often ineffective and may even worsen the damage, especially if water damage is also present. Scrubbing can push soot deeper into masonry pores, and some cleaning agents can stain or erode brick and stone. SERVPRO of Newark’s professional restoration methods uses solutions specifically designed to lift soot without damaging the integrity of your fireplace materials.

Our Complete Fire Cleanup Process

We assess your fireplace to determine the extent of fire and smoke damage.

• Using IICRC-certified techniques, our team utilizes specialized equipment like HEPA vacuums to remove loose soot particles, followed by safe, non-abrasive cleaning agents to break down and lift embedded soot.
• For lingering smoke odors, we may use thermal fogging or ozone treatments, which penetrate deep into masonry pores to neutralize odors at their source.

Complete fire cleanup is essential for restoring your fireplace to its best condition and eliminating odors. SERVPRO of Newark is Here to Help® restore professional fire damage in Brookside. Call us anytime for expert care in removing soot and restoring your fireplace masonry.