After a fire, we often hear:
“It smells fine now, so we should be okay.”
Unfortunately, odor fading doesn’t mean smoke damage is gone.
Smoke residue can remain hidden in wall cavities, insulation, HVAC systems, and electrical components long after a space looks and smells normal. In many cases, the most serious damage shows up weeks or months later.
If you’ve experienced a fire — even a small one — it’s worth making sure hidden areas were properly evaluated, not just the visible surfaces.
Learn more about where smoke damage hides and why smell isn’t a reliable indicator.
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