Items Tagged with 'smoke cleanup'

Homeowners face information overload after WUI fires, while real risks linger indoors. This article translates science into practice and defines burn/near/far-field impact zones, separates visible from invisible, outlines forensic sampling strategies, and provides heavy-metal background context with defensible, ALARA-based PRV targets restorers and IHs can use to close complete their projects confidently.

Emerging science reveals that lingering fire smoke residues may pose health risks similar to thirdhand tobacco smoke.

John Ortega explains why eliminating odors is essential to restoring comfort, trust and peace of mind. 

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. 

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.

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

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.  

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.

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.