Hidden Side Effects of Soot Damage

10/31/2024 (Permalink)

Our team eliminates soot and all of the odors and side effects that come with it!

When your property suffers from a fire accident, soot is a byproduct that is unavoidable. Visually, it will render your property’s structure and belongings as a blackened mess. However, this visual change is only part of the problems that soot damage can cause. We’ll highlight the biggest side effects that soot causes below.

Foul Odors

Soot doesn’t just look bad; it smells bad too! The lingering effects of soot odor can last long after fire accidents, which is why odor removal is a crucial part of the restoration process.

Breathing Issues

You should be very careful and use the proper protective equipment when exposed to soot. As you breathe around it, tiny particles of soot enter your lungs, which can cause long-term breathing problems and aggravated asthma.

Carcinogen Exposure

Many carcinogens have been linked to an increased risk of cancer in humans, and soot contains many harmful carcinogens. The best way to avoid this is to wear proper equipment and let the professionals handle it.

Structural Damage

Soot isn’t just visually appalling! When it comes into contact with walls and structural elements, its corrosive properties can weaken these structures over time. Soot can severely damage a building’s structural integrity if not handled quickly.

Contact SERVPRO To Eliminate Soot

Proper response to fire damage incidents is crucial for restoring your property. SERVPRO of Morristown eliminates any byproducts of fire damage to ensure that restoration is a seamless process. Contact us for 24/7 response times!