Alamo Heights Emergency Fire Tips

4/4/2017 (Permalink)

These emergency tips will assist you in taking proper action until your local SERVPRO® of Alamo Heights Franchise Professionals arrive. Follow these DOs and DON’Ts  to help reduce damage and increase  the chances of a successful restoration.

DO:

•    Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into carpet and avoid tracking.


•     Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further soil upholstery, walls, and woodwork.


•     If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator completely and prop doors open to help prevent odor.


•     Wipe soot from metal kitchen and bathroom faucets, trim, and appliances.


•     If heat is off during winter, pour RV antifreeze in sinks, toilet bowls, holding tanks, and tubs to avoid freezing pipes and fixtures.


•     Remove soot particles from plants with a damp cloth.


•     Change HVAC filter, but leave system off until a trained professional can check the system.


•     Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers to stop particles of soot from getting in or out of the HVAC system.

DON’T:

•     Don’t attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting your SERVPRO® of Alamo Heights Franchise Professional.


•     Don’t attempt to shampoo carpet, rugs, or upholstered furniture without first consulting your SERVPRO® of Alamo Heights Franchise Professional.


•     Don’t 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.


•     Don’t consume any food or beverages that may have been stored close to fire, heat, or water. (They may be contaminated.)


•     Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged and cause electrical shock, and air movement may create secondary damage.


•     Don’t send garments to the dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set in smoke odor.

When fire & water damage take control of your life, SERVPRO of Alamo Heights will help you take it back.