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Soot Damage at a home in McCormick, SC

These pictures are from a Living Room fire in McCormick, SC cause by a candle left burning.  The Living Room was filled with smoke/soot and needed all the walls and ceiling removed. 

If a fire breaks out, you need to know about it. After all, a fire in one part of the home can be cause smoke/soot damage through out you home. Make sure your smoke detector has fresh batteries. Although they aren’t as common as smoke alarms or carbon monoxide detectors, you can also choose to install a heat alarm. Other homeowners tend to pair heat alarms with smoke alarms; even though the presence of heat doesn’t always indicate a fire. You can never be too careful. Always remember to blow out all candles before leaving you home. 

If you have a water or fire mitigation claim, don't hesitate to call SERVPRO of Greenwood, Abbeville & McCormick Co 24/7 at 864-229-6610