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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