After a Fire: is it Dangerous to Remain in Your Home?
Home fires are hazardous even after the flames are extinguished. Safety worries remain– smoke may contain tar, carbons, and carbon monoxide. We at Stover’s want you to know that properly removing particles from smoke damage is just as important as repairing fire damage. Lingering soot and smoke can actually damage your health. This is why we offer fire damage cleanup services in Wichita . Respiratory Problems Even when your house is free from smoke, small particles from the fire and smoke could be embedded in your carpets and furniture. When you breathe in smoke or the chemicals released by burning materials, it can cause a number of health issues: gasping, shortness of breath, long-term respiratory issues. It is difficult to determine whether a cough is temporary or due to a larger issue. Tar, carbon and carbon monoxide can damage your lungs. These gases and residue displace oxygen in the blood, taking oxygen away from the heart, brain and other organs. After you...