FIRE, SMOKE, & SOOT DAMAGE SOLUTIONS

 Ensure safety, contact your insurance company, and call Trinity Restoration for emergency board-up and cleanup. The IICRC Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Technician (FSRT) guidelines recommend immediate securing of the property to prevent further damage from weather and vandalism.

Yes, we use HEPA filtration, ozone treatments, and hydroxyl generators to neutralize odors. According to IICRC S700 standards, proper deodorization requires addressing both airborne particles and embedded residues for complete odor removal.

 We use specialized cleaning solutions and equipment to safely remove soot from walls, ceilings, and belongings. The IICRC advises using dry cleaning sponges and HEPA vacuums before applying wet cleaning methods to avoid staining.

 Most policies cover fire and smoke damage. We assist with claims paperwork and adjuster communication. Following IICRC protocols ensures our documentation is comprehensive, helping your claim process move faster.
 

 Yes, many items can be cleaned and deodorized, including furniture, electronics, and clothing. We follow IICRC-recommended content cleaning processes, using ozone rooms and ultrasonic cleaning when appropriate. 

 Usually, yes. We inspect and clean HVAC systems to prevent the spread of smoke and soot. The IICRC emphasizes HVAC cleaning as essential since soot can recirculate and re-contaminate a restored space.

 Depends on the extent—small jobs may take a week, large rebuilds may take months. IICRC standards require ongoing monitoring to verify that all odors, residues, and contaminants have been eliminated before completion. 

 Yes. Trinity Restoration manages the full process from cleanup to repairs. This continuity is recommended by IICRC because it prevents gaps between mitigation and rebuild phases.

 A puff back occurs when a furnace misfires and spreads soot throughout the property—we specialize in cleaning this type of damage. The IICRC FSRT standard outlines specific methods for oily soot cleanup, which is different than fire soot.

 No. Smoke and soot contain harmful chemicals. Professional cleaning is necessary to ensure safety. IICRC warns that improper cleaning can “set” soot permanently into surfaces.