Prepping for Fire Restoration

6/15/2019 (Permalink)

Different building materials require different cleaning techniques and cleaners to properly rid them of soot and smoke odor.

The first 48 hours after a fire damage can make the difference between restoring versus replacing your property and personal belongings. It is important to know what steps you can take in preparation for restoration of the home while avoiding any actions that could possibly cause more damage.

• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from spreading and additional damage from occurring.
• Place clean towels or old linens on rugs and high traffic areas and upholstery.
• Coat chrome faucets, trim, and appliances with petroleum jelly or oil.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture and wet carpet.
• Do not wash any walls or painted surfaces.
• Do not shampoo carpet or upholstery.
• Do not clean any electrical equipment.
• Do not send any clothing to a dry cleaners since improper cleaning can set the smoke odor.

Please keep these tips in mind if you’ve had a fire in your home. Improper cleaning or handling of damaged materials may result in permanent damage. Before you risk doing further damage by attempting to clean up yourself, call SERVPRO® of South Pasadena where our Franchise Professionals have worked for over 40 years to help make fire damage “Like it never even happened.”

For more information about fire restoration contact our office staff at SERVPRO® of South Pasadena at (713) 472-4162 or visit our website: https://www.SERVPROsouthpasadena.com/