Once the water has receded or the flamed extinguished, you will find that the next issue you will face is overcoming unpleasant odor. Whether you are dealing with mold growth after a flood or soot toxins, you are going to need the help of ABH Services to remedy the situation quickly. When left unchecked, the odor will intensify and pervade every inch of your home and property.
Odor Removal Practices
Step One: Remove All The Clothing And Linen
You won’t be able just to wash your clothes and linens in a washer because it requires a precise restoration process which you will find available at qualified flood or fire renewal dry cleaners.
Step Two: Have The Carpets, Furniture, And Upholstery Restored
It will be necessary to have your carpets, furniture, and upholstery professionally cleaned. Lingering musty smells indicate the presence of mold, mildew, or toxins which must be eradicated before the odors subside. If there is moisture present, the scents will only get worse and will either require mold remediation services, smoke restoration, or a pricey replacement.
- To Get Rid Of A Mildew Or Smoke Smell
If you smell mildew, don’t panic. Before you begin with the mildew removal, make sure the source of the water or moisture is stopped to ensure it does not spread further.
- Dry the carpet, furniture, or upholstery thoroughly. Use fans to fast-track it.
- Use a carpet cleaning solution such as vinegar and water. Spray it evenly on the areas that smell, but do not saturate the carpet, furniture, or upholstery.
- Next, pour baking soda over the areas and leave it on overnight.
- Vacuum the baking soda up. You should notice the smell is no longer is present.
- If the odor is still present, call for an expert inspection, cleaning, and deodorizer.
- If you notice mold, call us so we can perform mold clean-up and remediation.
Step Three: Restore Building Material
Regardless of whether you have a flood or a fire, the ultimate goal is to remove any hazardous conditions and restore the property to its original state. It will include replacing building material, cleaning the walls and ceilings, deodorizing the items, and perfecting the woodwork.
It will also be necessary to check areas like the attic, cabinets, and closets as these are prime areas for mold or soot which will need to be ventilated, dried, cleaned, and adequately refreshed. It is also necessary to clean wood floors as it will absorb odors and affect the quality of the air.
Your furniture will also need a professional cleaning to restore it properly. While we will make every effort to clean on-site, some items, such as furniture, may require restoration at our company or a secondary site because of the need for specialized odor removal equipment.
Items That May Require Additional Odor Removal Processing Include:
- Furniture
- Antiques
- Appliances
- Textiles
- Pipes
- HVAC Air Ducts
- Electrical Devices
- Circuit Breakers
Call us at ABH Services at (781) 941-2422 for more information on flood or fire restoration services. You can also visit us on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/abhservices/.