Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration

Even after a fire is extinguished, smoke odors can linger and negatively affect air quality. PuroClean uses advanced deodorization and air purification techniques to remove smoke particles at the source, restoring a clean and healthy indoor environment.

From fire-damaged materials to soot-contaminated surfaces, PuroClean delivers emergency cleaning and sanitization services designed to protect health and safety.

When property damage threatens your belongings, PuroClean provides professional pack-out and contents cleaning services. We carefully remove, inventory, transport, and restore salvageable items using advanced cleaning methods to help preserve what matters most.

PuroClean offers rapid board-up and tarp services to secure fire-damaged properties from weather, vandalism, and further loss. Our temporary protection solutions buy you time while permanent repairs and restoration are underway.

Contaminated carpet and padding must be safely removed after fire, smoke, or soot damage, to prevent health risks and secondary damage. PuroClean’s trained technicians handle removal and disposal efficiently, preparing your space for complete restoration.

Furnace or boiler puff-back can spread soot and oily residue throughout your home or business. PuroClean specializes in puff-back cleaning, using proven techniques to remove residue, neutralize odors, and restore indoor air quality.

Smoke damage is any physical or structural damage caused by smoke rather than the fire itself. Smoke does not burn a room, belongings, or property like fire; nevertheless, it can cause significant problems. Soot can be deposited on personal items, and its lingering odor can be evident long after a fire has been extinguished.

Many people are unaware of how greasy soot can be. It can make items uncomfortable to touch when it settles on them. Soot is especially harmful to fabrics, clothing, and furniture. Soot and dense smoke particles can negatively impact porous surfaces such as plastics and marble. It also causes metals to tarnish or corrode quickly.

Smoke damage is complex and can affect your home in several ways depending on the materials burned and the type of fire involved.The type of damage smoke causes depends on several factors: the type and amount of soot particles released, the location, the ventilation and humidity levels, and the source of ignition should be considered when dealing with smoke damage in your home. Due to so many flammable substances in your home, the smoke damage restoration process requires expertise and precision. 

There are three common types of smoke residues that can cause persistent odor and surface damage in a home:

• Wet Smoke – This type of smoke results from low heat, smoldering fires involving materials like plastics or rubber. It leaves behind a thick, sticky residue that is often caused by burning rubber or plastic, and can be challenging to clean. The remediation process involves the use of specialized cleaning agents and techniques to remove the residue from surfaces and contents. Air movers and dehumidifiers may be used to help dry the environment, but no disinfection is performed unless required for other contaminants such as mold or other biological materials. The goal is to eliminate residue and odor through detailed, methodical cleaning.
• Dry Smoke – This smoke is typically caused by fast-burning fires involving paper or wood, and produces a fine, powdery residue. It’s easier to clean than wet smoke but can spread widely throughout the property. The remediation process for dry smoke requires thorough surface cleaning and the use of HEPA-filtered air scrubbers or purifiers to capture airborne particles and help restore indoor air quality.
• Protein Smoke – This smoke is caused by burning food or other organic materials, which leaves a nearly invisible film but creates a strong, lingering odor. This type of smoke often affects kitchen surfaces, cabinetry, and ventilation systems. Cleaning requires careful wiping of all affected areas and may include the use of thermal fogging or ozone treatment to neutralize odors at a molecular level.

Smoke interacts with various materials differently, and the extent of damage depends on both the temperature and nature of the fire. Surfaces like paint, wood, metal, and fabric can all absorb odors and residues that worsen over time.

Time is critical after smoke damage. The sooner remediation begins, the greater the chance of saving affected materials and reducing odor penetration. Synthetic materials, soft goods, and porous surfaces are particularly vulnerable and may need immediate attention to prevent permanent damage. Within 24 to 48 hours, painted walls, flooring, and personal contents including electronics can begin to degrade if not properly addressed.

At PuroClean, our approach to smoke damage is—we professionally clean, deodorize, and remediate the affected areas using industry-standard techniques and equipment. Each situation is unique, and our trained certified technicians develop a customized plan to restore your home with precision and care.