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Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration

Fire And Smoke Do's and Don'ts

9/23/2016 (Permalink)


Do:

  •  Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being imbedded into upholstery and carpets.
  •  Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further soil upholstery, walls and woodwork.
  •  Blow or brush vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drapes and carpets.
  •  Place clean towels or old linens on rugs, upholstery and carpet traffic areas.
  • If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator completely and prop doors open.
  •  Clean and protect chrome on kitchen and bathroom faucets, trim and appliances with light coating of Vaseline or oil.
  •  Wash house plants on both sides of leaves.
  •  Change HVAC filter.
  •  Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers.

Don’t:

  • Attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting your SERVPRO Professional.
  •  Attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture without first consulting your SERVPRO Professional.
  •  Attempt to clean any electrical appliances, TV sets, radios, etc. that may have been close to fire, heat or water without first consulting an authorized repair service.
  •  Use any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored close to fire, heat or water. (They may be contaminated.)
  • Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged.
  •  Send garments to ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

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