Fire Damage vs. Smoke Damage: What’s the Difference?

When a fire hits your home or business, the flames are only part of the problem. Two different types of damage get left behind. Knowing the fire damage vs smoke damage difference is the first step toward a proper recovery. Many people think the two are the same. However, they are different from each other. […]

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Smoke, Fire & Water Damage Clean-Up in Ruidoso

How American Restoration Water and Fire Can Help The recent forest fires around Ruidoso, nestled in the Sierra Blanca mountains of New Mexico, has resulted in the loss of more than 1,500 buildings and impacted many more. The aftermath of a widespread forest fire disaster and the resulting flash floods and water damage from summer […]

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Restoring Your Smoke-Damaged Items

When a fire devastates your home, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Beyond structural damage, the pervasive presence of smoke can leave your belongings tarnished and tainted. However, with the right approach and expert guidance, many smoke-damaged items can be salvaged and restored. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through effective methods for cleaning smoke-damaged […]

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Reasons Your Smoke Alarm Goes Off Randomly

Smoke alarms are built-in security systems placed in different areas in a home designed to alert homeowners and anyone within it of smoke or possible fire. American Restoration Water & Fire takes fire safety very seriously, and smoke alarms are notorious for going off for several reasons. The sensors can be triggered for several reasons, […]

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Steps to Remove Smoke Odor From Your Home

When you experience a house fire and there has been smoke damage to your house, the odor can be overwhelming. Although there are professional services to remove these smells, there are also things you can do yourself to help remove the odor. The experts at American Restoration are here with a few tips and tricks […]

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How to Properly Maintain Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors are an important aspect of a safe home. Detectors are one of your first defenses against home fires and fire damage. When properly installed and maintained, smoke detectors can alert you to the first signs of smoke and help prevent any risks to your home and your health. Here are a few steps […]

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Toxic Smoke Dangers

When it comes to house fires, your home is not the only thing that can be affected; There is a danger beyond the flames that many are unaware of. Toxic smoke created by fires can pose risks to those exposed, even after the fact. Here are a few things to know about deadly smoke dangers. […]

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How to Choose and Use Smoke Detectors

One of the most accessible safety features to forget about in your home is your smoke detectors. We forget about them until that deafening alarm reminds us about that piece of toast we set too long or a holiday meal we forgot in the oven. Smoke detectors are one of the essential safety features in […]

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Thanksgiving Cooking Safety

Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and with the COVID-19 pandemic, that means that more families will be staying home and making the well-known turkey meal for their household. Like all things, there is no place like home and home-cooked is the best type of food. Unfortunately, home is also where more fire and […]

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How To Remove Smoke Odor From Your House

Few things are as devastating as a home fire, whether caused by a lit cigarette, appliance, electrical concern or other issue. After the fire, it is important that the smoke odor is removed from your home, especially for health reasons. Continue reading below to learn more about how to remove these odors from your home. […]

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Daylight Savings Time is a Perfect Reminder to Maintain the Detectors in Your Home

Daylight savings time is always a reminder to check the batteries of your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. According to stats provided by The National Fire Protection Association, over 70% of smoke alarms fail due to missing or dead batteries. Taking the time to maintain your smoke alarm and all of […]

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Furnace Dangers in Your Home

Autumn has finally arrived, which means Winter and cold weather are right around the corner. As the weather gets colder, the use of your furnace, whether gas or electric, becomes more necessary. Although furnaces can make those chilly days bearable in your home, there are a few dangers associated with them that you should look […]