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When Restoration Duct Cleaning Is Needed After a Fire

This video teaches the steps to take in restoring ductwork after a fire. A fire can cause severe damage to the ductwork in your home or business, and this damage can lead to serious health risks. An essential consideration after a fire is restoration duct cleaning on your air duct system. Restoration duct cleaning will remove soot and dust from the air ducts in your home or business, thus reducing the risk of potential health problems.


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Soot and debris can cause excessive wear on your heating and cooling equipment because it acts like sandpaper on moving parts within the equipment. It can lead to premature failure of critical components within these systems leading to expensive repairs. Dust particles from fires often contain harmful chemicals that could irritate the eyes, nose, and throat if inhaled. Toxic gases like carbon monoxide may seep into your home through your damaged HVAC system. Get a restoration duct cleaning company to inspect the damage and start repairs right away. They can also test for mold and moisture damage caused by the water used by firefighters to extinguish flames and keep them cool. If necessary, they can remove debris inside your home, including carpeting, drywall, and other materials.