You Should Not:

• Attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces.



• Attempt to shampoocarpet or upholstered furniture.



• Attempt to clean any electrical appliances that may have been close to fire, heat, or water.



• Use any canned or packaged food and beverages that may have been stored close to the fire, heat, or water. They may have been contaminated and could pose a health risk.



• Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged.



• Send garments to an ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set the smoke odor in your clothing.

You Should:

• Limit the movement in the structure to prevent soot particles from being impregnated into the upholstery and carpets.



• Blow-off or brush-vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drape, and carpets.



• Place clean towels or old linens on rug and carpet traffic areas to prevent further soiling.



• If the electricity is off, empty the freezer and refrigerator completely and prop open doors.



• Clean and protect the chrome on kitchen and bathroom faucets, trim, and appliances with a light coating of Vaseline or oil.



• Pour anti-freeze into sinks, toilet bowls, and tubs if the heat is off during freezing season.



• Wash off both sides of your houseplant’s leaves. Water softener may help in this process.



• Change furnace filter.



• Cover upholstered furniture with sheets before use.



• Tape two layers of cheesecloth over air registers.