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When your home has been damaged in a fire, there is a lot of work to be done before you can move back into your home. The first thing that needs to be done after a fire is cleaning up the mess that is left behind. The restoration process can start with demolition and cleaning of damage. You may also need to take steps to get the smell of fire and smoke out of your home. Here are some things that you will want to know when you begin the cleanup process after a fire:

1. Removing Personal Materials And Cleaning Them

One of the first things that you will want to do is move any personal items out of your home. This includes things like furniture, which may also make it easier for cleaning them before you start the rebuilding process. You may want to talk with the fire damage restoration service about cleaning upholstery materials that have smoke damage. Professional cleaning can be a good alternative to throwing furniture away or having it reupholstered.

2. Doing Demolition Of Fire Damage That Affects The Structure

Once you have clear space to work with, the demolition will need to be done. This is something that may need to be done to areas of your home where fire has caused structural damage. In addition to areas with structural damage, you may also need to remove materials like drywall that have been too damaged by smoke and water. This is often drywall that has been swollen with water or carpets that have soot and debris embedded in them.

3. Cleaning Smoke And Soot Damage From Materials 

The smoke and soot that is left behind from a fire can be one of the hardest problems to deal with. The soot can turn everything in your home black and leave residue of the fire in the smallest cracks. Smoke can give your home the lingering smell of the fire. Before you can start rebuilding, your home will need to be thoroughly cleaned to get all the smoke damage and smells out. After cleaning, you may also need to air your home out to let it dry and ensure all the smoke and fire smells are completely gone.

These are some things that you will want to know when you have to start picking up the pieces after a fire. If you are ready to start putting your home back together, contact a fire damage restoration service like Nordic Services Inc to begin the cleanup.