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Emergency Tips
Fire/ Smoke Damage |
After water, fire, smoke, or vandalism
damage to your home, your prompt action can minimize long-term damage.
The safe and simple steps listed in this brochure can assist you in
restoring your home to its pre-loss condition. Incorrect actions can
be costly mistakes. These "Do's" and "Don'ts" are listed for your
information and protection.
Fire/ Smoke Damage:
Do's
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Limit the movement in the
home to prevent soot particles from being impregnated into the upholstery
and carpet.
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Tape double layers of
cheesecloth over all air registers.
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Change furnace filters.
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Cover upholstery with
sheets (unless upholstery has been dampened)
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Blow off or brush loose
smoke particles from upholstery, drapes, and carpet.
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Open windows for
ventilation in warm weather.
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Clean and protect chrome
trim on kitchen/bathroom fixtures and appliances with a light coating of
petroleum jelly or light oil.
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Empty freezer and
refrigerator completely if electricity is off. (Prop doors open with
rolled towel or newspaper). Discard any opened food containers -
they may be contaminated.
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Wash plants with water on
both sides of leaves.
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Remove pets (especially
birds) to a clean environment.
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Send clothing with heavy
smoke damage to a professional restoration cleaner rather than any dry
cleaning company.
Do Not's
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Do not use televisions,
stereos, or electrical appliances until cleaned and checked.
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Do not use do-it-yourself
home carpet or upholstery cleaners.
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Do not wash any papered or
flat painted walls without consulting your professional cleaner.
Incorrect cleaning procedures could compound the soot residue problem.
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Do not eat food that has
been exposed to heat/smoke - it may be contaminated.
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