ODORS from a fire also vary. When products in a fire burn, the odors join the oxygen molecule in the air we breathe. Undoubtedly, PICs create odor, but in some instances, the odor is quite strong even when the PICs … Continued
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CIRCULATION during a fire is one of the most interesting aspects. “Heat” moves toward “cold.” As areas begin to increase in temperature, they seek out cooler rooms and spaces. Heat is moving toward lower temperatures and seeking atmospheric equilibrium. Even … Continued
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OXYGEN rich environments allow for rapid combustion and high heat, consuming materials rapidly. So, if the fire is not put out quickly, the smoke damage and fire damage can be very devastating. Oxygen “poor” environments are a different situation all … Continued
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HEAT is one variable that can highly affect the way in which we mitigate the smoke damage and fire damage. The higher the heat, in most cases, the higher the rate of combustion and usually the richer the air was … Continued
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Restoration of smoke damage and fire damage is a very challenging trade. Every job is unique in that each possesses distinct characteristics and challenges. For starters, each aspect of a fire creates a broad spectrum of variables that tests even … Continued