ODOR CONTROL
Lingering odors can be a major problem of fire restoration or water damage cleanup. There are basically four distinct deodorization methods*: The first three listed below are methods that will “mask” odor. The fourth is the only technique that will eliminate odor.
1. Local Restoration’s Wet-Fogging Method. Very effective when smoke smell is light or used immediately after the fire is extinguished. The deodorant is atomized; the fine mist readily permeates the smallest openings where odors are trapped. Expert application is vital to avoid leaving a damaging residue
2. Local Restoration’s Dry-Fogging Method. This method is used more
often because it does not leave a residue and circulates in the air more easily
than mist emitted from a wet fogger.
3. Local Restoration’s Crystals. Specially formulated crystals are
strategically placed in the air handling systems or dead air spaces after
cleaning procedures have been completed. The crystals absorb odors
and emit a pleasant aroma.
4. Ozone Restoration. This powerful and permanent deodorization method
is the only known process that actually eliminates odors rather than “masking”
them. Smoke odors are converted into harmless and odorless carbon dioxide
and water vapor, Ozone is also effective for destroying mold, mildew and
related odors.
Ozone is usually introduced through an air moving device or into an air duct system. Local Restoration also offers special ozone chambers which are used to eliminate odors from documents, furniture, drapery, clothes, etc.,
Note: Ozone may not be used on natural rubber.
*For safety and health reasons, it is important to note that people, animals and plants must be removed from the area during the deodorization process (except when using crystals).
For professional service call Local Restoration at: 1-800-222-6815
