Commercial Smoke/Soot Cleanup in Orange County, CA
A small fire, kitchen flare-up, or HVAC puff-back can shut down revenue-producing spaces fast. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration delivers true commercial smoke/soot cleanup with phased work zones, HEPA air management, HVAC protection/duct cleaning, residue-matched surface cleaning, odor neutralization, and selective sealing—so you reopen safely and quickly.
✓ Business-first plan: Keep critical areas operating
✓ Residue-matched cleaning: Dry, wet, protein, fuel-oil soot
✓ Air & HVAC control: HEPA, negative air, duct service
✓ Compliance-ready docs: COI, logs, photos, estimates
✓ Business-first plan
✓ Residue-matched cleaning
✓ Air & HVAC control
✓ Compliance-ready docs
What Is Commercial Smoke/Soot Cleanup?
It’s a controlled, standards-based program to remove corrosive soot and smoke odor from large or multi-tenant interiors.
We identify residue type (dry, wet, protein, fuel-oil), capture airborne particulates with HEPA air scrubbers/negative air, perform dry pre-clean (HEPA + chemical sponges), follow with pH-appropriate wet cleaning, address HVAC/duct contamination, apply deodorization (hydroxyl/thermal fog; ozone only in unoccupied spaces), and selectively seal substrates where odor persists.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
End-to-end commercial capability: Secure-up, debris removal, HEPA/negative air, interior wipe-down, duct cleaning, odor neutralization, and rebuild—one accountable team.
Operational continuity: After-hours crews, phased chambers, and clear “open/closed” line control to keep POS lines, patient areas, or production moving.
Standards & compliance: IICRC fire/smoke principles; NADCA ACR for duct cleaning; OSHA-aware workflows; COI on demand and vendor onboarding ready.
Stakeholder documentation: Photos, zone maps, moisture/particle control logs, chemical lists (with dwell times), and line-item estimates your adjuster understands.
Emergency Checklist (What to Do Now)
Protect life safety. If hazards persist (active fire/gas), call 911 and evacuate.
Shut down HVAC serving affected zones to stop soot spread.
Limit traffic through smoky areas; close doors and use temporary signage.
Don’t DIY wipe. Wrong chemistry smears residues—especially protein soot.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher. We’ll mobilize, establish incident command, and align with ownership/PM and insurers.
Common Commercial Scenarios We Handle
Restaurant/back-of-house protein fires pushing odor into dining rooms
Retail stockroom or corridor fires distributing soot through shared HVAC
Office/mechanical puff-backs (fuel-oil soot) coating ceilings and registers
Healthcare/education wings requiring negative-air isolation and clean egress
Warehouse/industrial bays with lift access, high surfaces, and logistics constraints
Multi-suite/HOA events needing coordinated access, security, and communication
Incident Command, Safety & Zone Plan
Coordinate with ownership/PM and EHS; verify utilities; define work zones, clean corridors, and emergency egress; provide COI and onboarding docs.
Containment & Air Management
Install chambers/zip doors; deploy HEPA scrubbers for air polishing or run negative air with manometer logging; protect/cover returns and supplies.
Dry Pre-Clean (No Smear)
HEPA vacuum and chemical sponge walls/ceilings/fixtures to lift soot before any wet work; protect electronics and finishes.
Wet Cleaning & Detail
Apply pH-appropriate detergents/emulsifiers per residue; microfiber technique and rinse to neutral; detail casework, lighting, signage, POS, restrooms.
HVAC / Duct Cleaning & Odor Control
Negative-pressure duct cleaning (brush/air-whip + HEPA capture); coil/blower/pan service; run hydroxyl/thermal fogging by zone; ozone only in unoccupied areas.
Verification, Turnover & Repairs
White-glove surface checks and odor verification; remove chambers as zones clear; selective sealing/encapsulation where needed; present repair/paint scope and final documentation.
What’s Included
Zone design & containment (clean egress, negative air as needed)
HEPA air management with logs (ACH/pressure notes)
Residue-matched dry + wet cleaning for all finished surfaces
HVAC protection & duct/component cleaning (coil/blower/pan)
Deodorization (hydroxyl/thermal fog; ozone in unoccupied only) and selective sealing
Stakeholder file (photos, maps, product/dwell list, estimates, final verification)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Stabilization: Air management and initial pre-clean often same-day.
Typical duration: Many suites/shops reopen in 1–3 days; complex/multi-floor sites or heavy protein/fuel-oil residues may need phased returns.
Cost drivers: Square footage/height, residue type/severity, number of zones, HVAC/duct complexity, after-hours labor, and repaint/sealing needs.
Upfront clarity: Line-item estimate per zone/phase; daily briefings for PM/ownership and adjusters.
Insurance & Claims Help
Carrier-ready package: Before/during/after photos, zone maps, HEPA/pressure logs, chemical lists (with dwell times), and duct service notes.
Scope alignment: We explain why duct cleaning, deodorization, and selective sealing prevent re-odor and re-soiling—reducing callbacks.
Supplements: Hidden residues or necessary repaint/encapsulation are documented and submitted promptly.
Risks of Waiting (Why Immediate Extraction Matters)
Corrosion on metals, fixtures, and electronics from acidic soot.
Odor set-in across porous finishes and inventory.
IAQ complaints from staff and customers; re-soiling on cleaned surfaces.
Revenue loss increases as more areas become cross-contaminated.
Methods, Equipment & Quality Standards
Residue ID: Dry/wet/protein/fuel-oil testing and pH checks.
Air control: HEPA air scrubbers, negative-air setups with differential-pressure monitoring; door discipline and clean corridors.
Surface science: Chemical sponge pre-clean → pH-matched wet cleaning → rinse/neutral; protect sensitive substrates and signage.
HVAC: Negative-pressure duct cleaning (brush/air-whip + HEPA), coil/blower/pan cleaning, filter reset (document MERV) and follow-up change in 1–2 weeks.
Deodorization: Hydroxyl (occupied-safe) and thermal fogging for penetration; ozone only in unoccupied zones with controlled re-entry; selective encapsulation where odor persists.
Compliance: IICRC fire/smoke principles; NADCA ACR for ducts; OSHA-aware practices; lift-certified techs for high work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we stay open during cleanup?
Often yes. We phase zones, run after-hours shifts, and preserve clean egress to keep operations moving.
Do we have to clean the ducts?
If the system ran during the event, yes—ducts, coil, and blower hold and redistribute soot and odor.
Will everything need repainting?
Not usually. Correct cleaning and deodorization solve most areas; we selectively seal/prime where staining or shadowing persists.
Is ozone required?
No. We prefer hydroxyl (occupied-safe) and thermal fog after cleaning. If used, ozone runs only in unoccupied zones with strict re-entry.
Can you provide COI and handle vendor onboarding?
Absolutely—COI on demand and rapid onboarding with PM/ownership.
How will you document the job for our insurer?
With photos, zone maps, air/pressure logs, product/dwell lists, duct reports, and final verification.
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