Fire and Smoke Do's and Don'ts

3/27/2019 (Permalink)

 Do:

* Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded 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 your SERVPRO Professional.

* 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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