Commercial Flooding

5/29/2019 (Permalink)

If you’re suffering with the smell of a recent flood, here are a few tips on how to disinfect and deodorize.

1. Treat Carpets and Flooring

 One of the main culprits behind bad odors left behind is the floor itself. If your carpet is installed over cement, you’ll have to remove the carpet to clean it. Then, before you reinstall the carpet, it’s suggested that you seal the floor with an antibacterial spray. This will help combat the mold growth that caused the odor to begin with.

2. Use Household Cleaners

 In case of the odor left behind after a flood, you have a few different tools that you can utilize. First, consider fabric refreshers and a combination of vinegar and baking soda for bad smells. In addition, consider disinfectant sprays. Disinfectant sprays can beat the smell at the source and create an environment that is conductive to mold growth.

3. Invest in Air Purifiers

An air purifier can help rid your building of more than just the odors caused by recent flood waters. With an air purifier, you can completely change the quality of your air. While it eliminates the cause of the odors, your house will smell beautiful in no time.

If your commercial property has a bigger challenge with odor after flood water has been removed, you can rely on a restoration specialist to help you. Recovering from a flood in Lee & South Chatham Counties can be intimidating, especially when you have a smell that just won’t go away. However, with these 3 simple tips you will be on your way to a sweet-smelling building.