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How do I get rid of fire smoke in my house?
I had a small house fire a couple of hours ago. I got the fire out pretty quick, but there’s still smoke everywhere and the smell is terrible! How can I get rid of fire smoke in my house?
Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
House fires are never good, but I’m glad to hear you were able to put it out! The smoke that hangs around after a fire can be a serious problem. Not only will it compromise the area quality and damage your belongings, but it also has a pretty nasty smell. Smoke can hang around for quite a while, but there are a few things you can do to get fire smoke out of your house.
Here’s what you’ll need to do:
- Eliminate the source of the smoke: Putting out the fire was the first step, but make sure to get anything that is still smoking out of your house.
- Open door and windows: Try opening doors and windows on multiple sides of your house to create a cross breeze
- Ventilate the area: In addition to opening doors and windows, you can increase ventilation by putting portable fans in windows and turning on any ceiling fans or vents.
- Wash any affected fabrics: Clothes, linens, and fabrics should be washed with vinegar.
- Put out odor eaters: Put out bowls with vinegar or baking soda. Rub baking soda into carpets, couches, and other fabrics. Boil lemons. All of these should help absorb the smoke odor.
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