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Fire and Soot Damage Services

Emergency Fire & Smoke Damage Recommended Tips

  • Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded in upholstery and carpets.

  • Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further soil upholstery, wall 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 a light coating of Vaseline or oil.

  • Pour RV antifreeze in sinks, toilet bowls, and tubs if heat is off during freezing season.

  • Wash both sides of leaves on house plants.

  • Change HVAC filter.

  • Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers to stop particles of soot from getting in or out of the HVAC system.


    Emergency Fire & Smoke Damage Not Recommended Tips

  • Don't attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting your SERVPRO Professional.

  • Don't attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture without first consulting your SERVPRO Professional.

  • Don't 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.

  • Don't consume any canned or packaged food or beverage that may have been stored close to fire, heat, or water. (They may be contaminated.}.

  • Never turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged.

  • Don't send your garments to the dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.