Safety Tips for Grilling Outside

6/19/2023 (Permalink)

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It's summertime here at SERVPRO! And while we are happy to officially start the party, we also want everyone to stay safe while engaged in all the fun outdoor activities summer has to offer.  Grilling and backyard bonfires can be great, but if you don't stay safe it can turn in to a disaster. Stay fire safe this summer with these tips from FEMA, but IF you happen to scorch your pavilion a little, we can help to restore it.

• Only use your grill outside
• Keep it at least 3 feet from siding, deck rails, and eaves
• Keep a 3 foot zone around your grill to protect your kids and pets
• Never leave fires unattended, including: grills, fire pits, and patio torches
• Clean your grill after each use. This will remove grease that can start a fire.

Tips for frying a Thanksgiving turkey

11/23/2022 (Permalink)

Tips for frying a Thanksgiving turkey

SERVPRO knows that the turkey is the most important part of the Thanksgiving meal. It is the centerpiece that brings the rest of the dinner together. And while we all agree that fried turkey is amazing, injuring yourself or damaging property isn't. Here are a few tips to help keep you safe while preparing that deep fried bird.

• Find a flat area: This helps keep the pot from tipping over and helps keep the oil level even when cooking
• Use proper tools: Take the turkey in and out of the oil with gloves and the lifter tool
• Be Prepared! Have a fire extinguisher ready at all times! 

If you do experience fire or smoke damage while cooking the Thanksgiving feast, call SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County, the fire cleanup professionals.

Fire/Soot Damage Clean Up

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

Fire/Soot Damage Clean Up

SERVPRO knows that when you have a fire in your home or business it is very difficult to deal with the aftermath. That is why the cleanup experts at SERVPRO are always here to help. Our fire damage restoration team has over 50 years of combined experience to help put your home or business back together as quickly as possible. One main concern after a fire is the damage from soot and smoke.

The soot from a fire damage can leave stains and nasty odors. One way SERVPRO restores fire-damaged materials is with a media blasting process using dry ice or sand. Media blasting helps remove odor-causing soot and saves money by restoring costly building materials, instead of replacing them. This is just one way SERVPRO can help in the restoration of your home or business after a fire. 

For more information on our fire damage repair and restoration services click here

Prevent Fire Damage

8/31/2022 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County knows that keeping up with house work can sometimes feel like a full time job. However, some cleanup tasks are more important than others. Like preventative maintenance on your yard to reduce your risk of fire damage. Here are some basic things you can do to help prevent your risk of fire damage to your home.

1. Get rid of combustible materials within 30 feet of your home. This could be fire-prone vegetation, firewood stacks, combustible patio furniture, umbrellas, etc.
2. Trim tree branches that overhang the roof and chimney.
3. Remove combustible litter on roof and gutters. 

For more FEMA fire tips here--> https://bddy.me/3gSjUvr

If you do experience a fire we are here to help 24/7.

Safety Tips for Grilling Outside

6/24/2022 (Permalink)

Safety Tips for Grilling Outside

It's summertime here at SERVPRO! And while we are happy to officially start the party, we also want everyone to stay safe while engaged in all the fun outdoor activities summer has to offer.  Grilling and backyard bonfires can be great, but if you don't stay safe it can turn in to a disaster. Stay fire safe this summer with these tips from FEMA, but IF you happen to scorch your pavilion a little, we can help to restore it.

• Only use your grill outside
• Keep it at least 3 feet from siding, deck rails, and eaves
• Keep a 3 foot zone around your grill to protect your kids and pets
• Never leave fires unattended, including: grills, fire pits, and patio torches
• Clean your grill after each use. This will remove grease that can start a fire.

Getting rid of odor from smoke damage

3/18/2022 (Permalink)

Getting rid of odor from smoke damage

At SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County we understand that any kind of fire damage can be very difficult to deal with. That is why we are here to help! As fire restoration pros, we have a highly trained staff of fire and odor experts to help you out with any damage you may have, whether it is a small area in your home or business or smoke and soot throughout the entire house or building, our certified SERVPRO technicians are ready to assist. We generally use two primary methods to eliminate odors:

1. Dry fogging- Dispenses solvent based deodorants as very small particles

2. Ozone- Activated oxygen quickly dissipates with no residue, fragrances, or chemicals that some can be sensitive to.

We are here to help 24/7 so give us a call at 913-772-1818

Every Fire Starts the Same Way

1/24/2022 (Permalink)

Every Fire Starts the Same Way

Fires start in a lot of different places. They have many different causes, but scientifically speaking, they all start the same way.

It sounds like a bit of a riddle, but it’s true, and the fire tetrahedron is proof. This four-sided triangular shape shows us that all fires happen because the same four things all happen at once. Let’s take a look and see what we can learn.

The 4 Things a Fire Needs to Live

Fuel. Every fire has to happen to something—in other words, some object or material has to, as we would say, catch fire. This is what scientists call the fuel source—the thing fires eat away as they burn.

Heat. For any material to burn, it first has to reach a heat point at which it becomes adequately combustible. In other words, something cold won’t catch on fire until it gets warmed up.

Oxygen. Fires actually consume oxygen as they rage through an area, and the rapid oxidation process is a crucial element of combustion. It also depletes the air quality in areas with burning fires.

Chemical Chain Reaction. The chain reaction is the newest addition to what was once called the fire triangle. The indicator is that all fires must have the fuel, the flash-point-level heat and the oxidation process working together, continuously, in order to survive. If the chain reaction isn’t happening, there can be no fire.

Contact SERVPRO anytime for fast, thorough cleanup and recovery after a fire.

Tips for frying your Thanksgiving turkey

11/23/2021 (Permalink)

Tips for frying your Thanksgiving turkey

SERVPRO knows that the turkey is the most important part of the Thanksgiving meal. It is the centerpiece that brings the rest of the dinner together. And while we all agree that fried turkey is amazing, injuring yourself or damaging property isn't. Here are a few tips to help keep you safe while preparing that deep fried bird.

• Find a flat area: This helps keep the pot from tipping over and helps keep the oil level even when cooking
• Use proper tools: Take the turkey in and out of the oil with gloves and the lifter tool
• Be Prepared! Have a fire extinguisher ready at all times! 

If you do experience fire or smoke damage while cooking the Thanksgiving feast, call SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County, the fire cleanup professionals.

Fire/Soot Damage Cleanup

8/25/2021 (Permalink)

Fire/Soot Damage Cleanup

SERVPRO knows that when you have a fire in your home or business it is very difficult to deal with the aftermath. That is why the cleanup experts at SERVPRO are always here to help. Our fire damage restoration team has over 50 years of combined experience to help put your home or business back together as quickly as possible. One main concern after a fire is the damage from soot and smoke.

The soot from a fire damage can leave stains and nasty odors. One way SERVPRO restores fire-damaged materials is with a media blasting process using dry ice or sand. Media blasting helps remove odor-causing soot and saves money by restoring costly building materials, instead of replacing them. This is just one way SERVPRO can help in the restoration of your home or business after a fire. 

For more information on our fire damage repair and restoration services click here

Preventing Fire Damage

8/4/2021 (Permalink)

Preventing Fire Damage

SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County knows that keeping up with house work can sometimes feel like a full time job. However, some cleanup tasks are more important than others. Like preventative maintenance on your yard to reduce your risk of fire damage. Here are some basic things you can do to help prevent your risk of fire damage to your home.

1. Get rid of combustible materials within 30 feet of your home. This could be fire-prone vegetation, firewood stacks, combustible patio furniture, umbrellas, etc.
2. Trim tree branches that overhang the roof and chimney.
3. Remove combustible litter on roof and gutters. 

For more FEMA fire tips here--> https://bddy.me/3gSjUvr

If you do experience a fire we are here to help 24/7.

Safety Tips for grilling outside

6/21/2021 (Permalink)

Safety Tips for grilling outside

It's summertime here at SERVPRO! And while we are happy to officially start the party, we also want everyone to stay safe while engaged in all the fun outdoor activities summer has to offer.  Grilling and backyard bonfires can be great, but if you don't stay safe it can turn in to a disaster. Stay fire safe this summer with these tips from FEMA, but IF you happen to scorch your pavilion a little, we can help to restore it.

• Only use your grill outside
• Keep it at least 3 feet from siding, deck rails, and eaves
• Keep a 3 foot zone around your grill to protect your kids and pets
• Never leave fires unattended, including: grills, fire pits, and patio torches
• Clean your grill after each use. This will remove grease that can start a fire.

How to clean soot off a wall

3/31/2021 (Permalink)

How to clean soot off a wall

Fire damage can be costly, that's why we restore all we can. This is how we clean interior walls free from soot and smelly residue caused by fire.

1. Clean the wall by applying the cleaning solution to a rag and work from the bottom of the wall to the top in 3 to 4 inch circles.
2. Rinse the wall by applying the rinsing solution to the rag and work from the bottom of the wall to the top.
3. Dry the wall by folding a towel in quarters and drying the cleaned area, rotating the towel as each area becomes damp.

If you need help restoring your home after a fire give us a call! We are here 24/7 and are always ready to help! 

Removing odor from a fire damage

3/17/2021 (Permalink)

Removing odor from a fire damage

At SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County we understand that any kind of fire damage can be very difficult to deal with. That is why we are here to help! As fire restoration pros, we have a highly trained staff of fire and odor experts to help you out with any damage you may have, whether it is a small area in your home or business or smoke and soot throughout the entire house or building, our certified SERVPRO technicians are ready to assist. We generally use two primary methods to eliminate odors:

1. Dry fogging- Dispenses solvent based deodorants as very small particles

2. Ozone- Activated oxygen quickly dissipates with no residue, fragrances, or chemicals that some can be sensitive to.

We are here to help 24/7 so give us a call at 913-772-1818

Practicing Safety with Candles

2/17/2021 (Permalink)

Practicing Safety with Candles

While filling a room with candles looks very romantic it can also be dangerous if you are not careful! If you do light candles make sure they are away from curtains and other flammable objects. And if you have any pets make sure they are out of swatting distance.

Smoke and soot are very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.

Smoke and soot facts:

Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.

Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.

The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke:

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth & NW Wyandotte County will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.
Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services
Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?
Call Us Today – 913-772-1818

Fire Safety and Leaf Cleanup

12/16/2020 (Permalink)

Fire Safety and Leaf Cleanup

SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County is here to help in the event of almost any kind of loss your might have at your residential or commercial property, including a fire loss. However, it is very important to us here at SERVPRO that you have as much knowledge available to you as possible in order to prevent all kinds of losses from fire to water to mold. In this blog post we are advocating for fire prevention and safety when it comes to accidental outdoor fires. Did you know that in 2018, 89% of wildfires were caused by humans. Yikes! Learn before you burn this fall and educate yourself on local rules and regulations for burning backyard debris. We all know fall is a great time for fire pits and friendly gatherings but make sure you are careful. Below are some tips to help you remain safe while using a fire pit.

Make sure the fire pit is, at minimum, 10 feet away from any structure or neighboring yard—25 feet is preferable.
Do not position a fire pit under a covered porch or low hanging tree branches.
Always place a fire pit on a non-flammable surface, such as patio blocks or concrete.
Do not put a fire pit on a wooden deck or directly on grass.

Staying safe during the holiday cooking season

11/24/2020 (Permalink)

Staying safe during the holiday cooking season

Cooking brings family and friends together, provides an outlet for creativity and can be relaxing. But did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? By following a few safety tips you can prevent these fires.

Cook Smart and Stay Safe! 

Be on alert! If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol don’t use the stove or stove top.
Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.
If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
Keep anything that can catch fire — oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains away from your stove top.

If you do happen to have a kitchen or cooking fire be sure to call the experts in fire damage restoration! SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County is always here to help!

913-772-1818

Staying safe during a fire

5/12/2020 (Permalink)

Staying safe during a fire

Did you know that SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County offers Continuing Education Courses in a variety of categories! Recently we held a course on Fire Safety and Best Practices at a local fire station.

Our technicians were allowed to build three test rooms on the fire station's campus and fill them with contents to resemble a living room, dining room, and bedroom.

After the lecture series on Fire Safety and Best Practices the fire fighters lit the rooms on fire one by one and the participants were able to observe what the progression of a fire looks like in real time.

After the fire fighters put out the controlled fire the participants were allowed to look up and close and observe what kind of fire damage SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County technicians see when we first arrive on site for a fire damage cleanup.

All in all the day was very informative. If you have any questions on fires and fire cleanup please contact us at 913-772-1818!

Where there's smoke...

4/28/2020 (Permalink)

Where there's smoke...

Smoke and soot are very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.

Smoke and soot facts:

Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.
Different Types of Smoke

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.
Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.
Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.
Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Us Today – 913-772-1818

Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

4/15/2020 (Permalink)

Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County knows that fire damage and smoke damage don't stop because of a pandemic. As the cleanup pros, SERVPRO is prepared and ready to continue offering services despite this current COVID-19 pandemic. SERVPRO has all the proper protective equipment and disinfectant to continue helping you with any sort of damage you may have in your home or business. As far as fires go, SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County offer 5 areas of restoration services for fire damages:

Mitigation Services

Structural Cleaning Services

Contents Cleaning Services

Specialty Restoration Services

Reconstruction Services

If you have any questions about our cleanup and restoration process, or how we are following proper procedure during this COVID-19 crisis just give us a call to see how we can help!

Your love is a burning flame

2/17/2020 (Permalink)

Valentine's Day flame

While filling a room with candles looks very romantic it can also be dangerous if you are not careful! If you do light candles make sure they are away from curtains and other flammable objects. And if you have any pets make sure they are out of swatting distance.

Smoke and soot are very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.

Smoke and soot facts:

Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.

Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.

The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke:

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth & NW Wyandotte County will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.
Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services
Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?
Call Us Today – 913-772-1818

Fire Safety Tips for cooking this holiday season

11/25/2019 (Permalink)

Remember to be safe while you are making delicious treats!

Cooking brings family and friends together, provides an outlet for creativity and can be relaxing. But did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? By following a few safety tips you can prevent these fires.

“Cook with Caution”

Be on alert! If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol don’t use the stove or stove top.
Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.
If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
Keep anything that can catch fire — oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains away from your stove top.
If you have a small (grease) cooking fire and decide to fight the fire...

On the stove top, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled.
For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed.
If you have any doubt about fighting a small fire…

Just get out! When you leave, close the door behind you to help contain the fire.
Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number from outside the home.

Reproduced from NFPA’s website, www.nfpa.org/publiceducation. © NFPA

If you do happen to have a kitchen or cooking fire be sure to call the experts in fire damage restoration! SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County is always here to help!

913-772-1818

Fire Safety

11/7/2019 (Permalink)

Fire safety and prevention

SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County is here to help in the event of almost any kind of loss your might have at your residential or commercial property, including a fire loss. However, it is very important to us here at SERVPRO that you have as much knowledge available to you as possible in order to prevent all kinds of losses from fire to water to mold. In this blog post we are advocating for fire prevention and safety when it comes to accidental outdoor fires. Did you know that in 2018, 89% of wildfires were caused by humans. Yikes! Learn before you burn this fall and educate yourself on local rules and regulations for burning backyard debris.  We all know fall is a great time for fire pits and friendly gatherings but make sure you are careful. Below are some tips to help you remain safe while using a fire pit. 

• Make sure the fire pit is, at minimum, 10 feet away from any structure or neighboring yard—25 feet is preferable.
• Do not position a fire pit under a covered porch or low hanging tree branches.
• Always place a fire pit on a non-flammable surface, such as patio blocks or concrete.
• Do not put a fire pit on a wooden deck or directly on grass.

Partnering up for Fire Safety

5/23/2019 (Permalink)

Recently SERVPRO of Leavenworth & NW Wyandotte County's Sales and Marketing Manager Paul Goode hit the road with other volunteers from the American Red Cross to help with their Sound the Alarm campaign. 

About the Home Fire Campaign:

Every day, 7 people die in home fires and tragically, most victims die in homes that don’t have working smoke alarms. The Red Cross wants to do everything we can to prevent these needless tragedies - that’s why we launched our Home Fire Campaign. Volunteer participants work alongside fire departments and other local groups, canvassing at-risk neighborhoods to install free smoke alarms, replace batteries in existing alarms, educate families about fire prevention and safety, and fund-raise for this lifesaving mission.

In just four years, these efforts have saved hundreds of lives and made hundreds of thousands of households safer.

How to stay safe during a fire

5/9/2019 (Permalink)

Firefighters putting out a controlled fire during SERVPRO of Leavenworth's Fire Burn CE Class.

Did you know that SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte County offers Continuing Education Courses in a variety of categories! Recently we held a course on Fire Safety and Best Practices at a local fire station. 

Our technicians were allowed to build three test rooms on the fire station's campus and fill them with contents to resemble a living room, dining room, and bedroom. 

After the lecture series on Fire Safety and Best Practices the fire fighters lit the rooms on fire one by one and the participants were able to observe what the progression of a fire looks like in real time. 

After the fire fighters put out the controlled fire the participants were allowed to look up and close and observe what kind of fire damage SERVPRO of Leavenworth and NW Wyandotte Co technicians see when we first arrive on site for a fire damage cleanup. 

All in all the day was very informative. If you have any questions on fires and fire cleanup please contact us at 913-772-1818! 

What's smoking?

4/17/2019 (Permalink)

Smoke and soot are very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.  

Smoke and soot facts:

• Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
• Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
• The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor. 

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions.  We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage.  We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Us Today – 913-772-1818

Be Careful with Candles this Valentine's Day!

2/14/2019 (Permalink)

While filling a room with candles looks very romantic it can also be dangerous if you are not careful! If you do light candles make sure they are away from curtains and other flammable objects. And if you have any pets make sure they are out of swatting distance. 

Smoke and soot are very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.

Smoke and soot facts:

Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.

Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.

The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke:

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth & NW Wyandotte County will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.
Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor.

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services
Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions. We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage. We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage?
Call Us Today – 913-772-1818

Tips for cooking this holiday season

11/13/2017 (Permalink)

Always use caution when cooking!

Cooking brings family and friends together, provides an outlet for creativity and can be relaxing. But did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? By following a few safety tips you can prevent these fires.

“Cook with Caution”

• Be on alert! If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol don’t use the stove or stovetop.
• Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.
• If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
• Keep anything that can catch fire — oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains away from your stovetop.

 If you have a small (grease) cooking fire and decide to fight the fire...

• On the stovetop, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled.
• For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed.

 If you have any doubt about fighting a

small fire…

• Just get out! When you leave, close the door behind you to help contain the fire.
• Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number from outside the home.

Reproduced from NFPA’s website, www.nfpa.org/publiceducation. © NFPA

If you do happen to have a kitchen or cooking fire be sure to call the experts in fire damage restoration! SERVPRO of Leavenworth is always here to help!

913-772-1818

Leavenworth Smoke and Soot Cleanup

2/1/2017 (Permalink)

Fire Damage caused from an unattended stove

Smoke and soot is very invasive and can penetrate various cavities within your home, causing hidden damage and odor. Our smoke damage expertise and experience allows us to inspect and accurately assess the extent of the damage to develop a comprehensive plan of action.  

Smoke and soot facts:

• Hot smoke migrates to cooler areas and upper levels of a structure.
• Smoke flows around plumbing systems, seeping through the holes used by pipes to go from floor to floor.
• The type of smoke may greatly affect the restoration process.

Different Types of Smoke

There are two different types of smoke–wet and dry. As a result, there are different types of soot residue after a fire. Before restoration begins, SERVPRO of Leavenworth will test the soot to determine which type of smoke damage occurred. The cleaning procedures will then be based on the information identified during pretesting. Here is some additional information:

Wet Smoke – Plastic and Rubber

• Low heat, smoldering, pungent odor, sticky, smeary. Smoke webs are more difficult to clean.

Dry Smoke – Paper and Wood

• Fast burning, high temperatures, heat rises therefore smoke rises.

Protein Fire Residue – Produced by evaporation of material rather than from a fire

• Virtually invisible, discolors paints and varnishes, extreme pungent odor. 

Our Fire Damage Restoration Services

Since each smoke and fire damage situation is a little different, each one requires a unique solution tailored for the specific conditions.  We have the equipment, expertise, and experience to restore your fire and smoke damage.  We will also treat your family with empathy and respect and your property with care.

Have Questions about Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Us Today – 913-772-1818