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Articles Tagged with ''smoke cleanup''

black smoke

Why Fire Smoke Residue May Be as Dangerous as Thirdhand Tobacco Smoke

New research draws alarming parallels between tobacco smoke and toxic residues from structure fires
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
Briana C. Scott
Briana C. Scott
November 3, 2025
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Emerging science reveals that lingering fire smoke residues may pose health risks similar to thirdhand tobacco smoke.


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Cutting Through the Smell: Why Odor Removal Defines Real Restoration

Why odor removal is the final and most emotional step in restoration
John Ortega
John Ortega
October 24, 2025
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John Ortega explains why eliminating odors is essential to restoring comfort, trust and peace of mind. 


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a house consumed in smoke and fire

Winning the Battle Against Smoke Odors: A Guide for Fire Restoration Technicians

Why fire odors linger and how to eliminate them with science, standards and a step-by-step strategy
Lorne McIntyre
Lorne McIntyre CR
September 26, 2025
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Odor complaints after fire restoration can often stem from missing the source(s), not mistakes, learn how you and your team can identify and fix them. 


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Protecting Workers During Wildfire Cleanup and Determining the Salvageability of Contents

Toxic Contaminants from WUI Fires Demand Professional Cleanup and Strict PPE to Protect Restoration Professionals and Residents
Patrick Moffett
Patrick Moffett
August 19, 2025
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After the January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles County, toxic smoke and contaminated contents highlight the urgent need for professional cleanup and strict PPE standards.


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Why CAM17 Studies Are Critical After Wildland-Urban Interface Fires

Patrick Moffett
Patrick Moffett
July 25, 2025
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After a WUI fire, CAM17 studies help identify toxic heavy metals in homes, soil and water, helping guide cleanup, health decisions and insurance claims.


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computer chip on fire

Restoring Fire-Damaged Electronics: Why Surface Cleaning Isn’t Enough

James Copeland
James Copeland
June 10, 2025
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Soot and smoke contamination after a fire can silently destroy electronics from the inside out. Find out how science-based restoration, IPC standards and contamination testing ensure long-term safety and performance, far beyond what the eye can see.  


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ATI Restoration Team at Fire Site

ATI Marks One-Year Milestone Since the Tustin Hangar Fire, Reflecting on Critical Cleanup Efforts

ATI Restoration Marks First Anniversary of Rapid Response to Historic Tustin Hangar Fire
December 3, 2024
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One year after the catastrophic blaze at the historic Marine Corps Air Station Hangar in Tustin, California, ATI Restoration reflects on its rapid and comprehensive response. Learn how the team tackled unprecedented asbestos contamination, ensuring community safety and restoring affected areas efficiently.


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Weekly Hands-On How-To: The Chemistry of Smoke and Soot Removal
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How To Apply Fire Cleaning Principles: The Chemistry of Smoke and Soot Removal

The KnowHow Team
October 7, 2024
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Discover the chemistry of fire cleaning with this in-depth guide. Learn how solvents, chemical reactions and other scientific principles can transform soot-stained surfaces.


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Air Quality Improvement

Myldred Ingram
Myldred Ingram
June 23, 2023
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R&R Editor in Chief Myldred Ingram blogs about the recent air quality alert in the northeastern region of the United States.


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smoke-damaged media shelf

Mastering Fire Restoration Estimation Part 4

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
December 22, 2022
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The final phase involves compiling a list of items and tasks.


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