Residential Soot & Odor Removal

Soot & Smoke Odor Removal Services for Homeowners Nationwide

If your property was damaged by fire, you will likely require prompt, professional soot and odor removal services for your residence. These problems can threaten your health and lead to ongoing issues within your property, contributing to corrosion and the deterioration of material in your home. To ensure the full recovery of your residence, it is vital to begin an effective smoke damage cleanup and soot removal operation right away.

ATI Restoration is an industry leader in the field of residential soot and odor removal. We possess the knowledge, experience, tools, and technology needed to remove soot and odor after a residential fire. Our seasoned team of trusted experts is standing by 24/7/365 to answer your call, thoroughly evaluate your property, and tailor a plan to get you back into your home as quickly as possible.

ATI Restoration is the largest family-operated restoration and reconstruction company in the United States. Since 1989, we have earned a reputation for clear communication, quality workmanship, and prompt service. Each of our soot and odor removal technicians is extensively trained, highly experienced, and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration (IICRC).

When soot and strong odors infiltrate your home, ATI Restoration is ready to help. We proudly offer 24-Hour Emergency Response for all your urgent matters so you can breathe easier and go from soot to sparkle.

Our Soot & Odor Removal Services

Our soot and odor removal services tackle soot damage and stains with effective removers while deodorizing the entire property. Soot particles are small and invasive, embedding themselves into building materials like drywall or porous items like upholstery.

Unless it is professionally addressed, soot can linger long after your property is restored. Smoke odor is potent and long-lasting. Deodorizing and cleanup service experts work to prevent any potential health problems they can cause. Our experienced professionals have the expertise and advanced equipment required to completely remove smoke odor after a fire.

Depending on your unique needs, we may utilize the following to restore your home to its original state—if not better—after soot and odor damage.

Nano Filters

Nano filters are advanced filtration systems that remove particles and pollutants from air or liquids. These filters are designed to be highly efficient in capturing particles at the nanoscale level, which includes particles that are as small as a few nanometers in size. Nano filters are commonly used in various applications, including air purification, water treatment, and industrial processes. When it comes to removing soot and odor after a fire, nano filters can be invaluable tools.

Air Scrubbers

Air scrubbers play a crucial role in eliminating noxious airborne particles. They work by drawing in air and passing it through filters, effectively removing harmful contaminants. This is critical during home restoration after a fire to safeguard the occupants’ health and well-being.

Ozone Generators

Ozone generators release artificial ozone gas that chemically alters pollutants, particularly smoke particles. They are left to operate independently, making them a popular choice for odor removal. These generators work quickly, typically completing their task within a day, due to ozone’s short half-life and its ability to accumulate in enclosed spaces.

Ozone generators are recommended to run for 3–6 hours, but they must be used only in unoccupied areas. During operation, everyone (including the restoration team) will evacuate the area. But, after about 2–3 hours, ozone settles and reverts to safe-to-breathe oxygen, allowing occupants to re-enter after a few hours of generator shutdown.

Hydroxyl Technology

Hydroxyl technology produces hydroxyl radicals, which transform air contaminants into harmless carbon dioxide and water, offering a straightforward and efficient odor removal process that doesn’t rely on masking agents, chemicals, or oils. Hydroxyl technology can run continuously alongside restoration efforts, facilitating the simultaneous removal of smoky or musty odors from fabrics and surfaces while structural repairs are addressed. Devices are strategically placed throughout the affected area and typically yield noticeable odor reduction within a few hours, with full results achieved over a span of a few days.

What Is Soot and Why Is It Dangerous?

Soot is the black residue left behind when materials burn incompletely. Composed of tiny carbon particles and various toxic chemicals, soot is notorious for its insidious nature. After a fire, it can permeate every nook and cranny, making its presence felt even when it’s out of sight.

As a leading soot and odor removal company, ATI Restoration is keenly aware of the dangers associated with soot exposure following a fire. We are committed to fully restoring properties to their original—or improved—condition.

Putting Health & Safety First in Soot & Odor Removal

At ATI Restoration, our technicians have undergone rigorous safety training and wear respirators, rubber gloves, and needed protection suits while using powerful cleaning solutions. Following the restoration process, the team makes sure your property is clear of any hazardous odors or cleaning products.

Since there is no singular cleaning method to remove strong smoke soot and odor, we use various solutions depending on the affected area. This ranges from wet cleaning to a more involved scrub with trisodium phosphate. Areas with loose soot on hard surfaces may only require warm water or a dry chemical sponge. For more porous surfaces, we may opt for a stronger chemical or degreaser to get the hard-to-reach soot particles.

Fire & Smoke Damage Recovery

Restoring your property to its original condition means it should smell fire-free. Smoke, soot, and odor removal are equally important in getting your property back to its pre-loss condition or better. While soot can hide in areas unseen, you can’t hide strong odors. Leveraging high-end technology to evaluate the entire property, our fire disaster recovery services are thorough, finding soot in even the most unlikely and hard-to-reach places.

Reconstruction Services

Our team evaluates the structural integrity of the home and assesses all damages. Then, we identify the critical starting points and set any reconstruction requirements into motion. Cleaning services work in conjunction with reconstruction to ensure your new space is free of offensive odors and back in the least amount of time.

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Contact ATI Restoration for All Your Soot & Odor Removal Needs

The dangers of soot exposure after a fire are not to be underestimated. While the visible damage to property may be distressing, it is the hidden menace of soot that poses a grave threat to your health and well-being. The ​​soot and odor removal experts at ATI Restoration have unmatched experience, skill, and industry knowledge. We take pride in our hard-earned reputation for excellence in restoring, repairing, and rebuilding damaged residential properties.

As a family-operated business, we never lose sight of the need for empathy and compassion in repairing and rebuilding homes. We proudly combine the expertise of a large-scale general contractor with more than three decades of disaster mitigation experience.

If you need soot and odor removal services after a disaster anywhere in the United States, contact ATI Restoration for immediate assistance. With our 24-Hour Emergency Response, we will dispatch a team to your home immediately.