Fire Damage Dos & Don’ts
Fire and Smoke Damage Dos and Don’t
Taking appropriate action immediately following disaster can be a critical factor in determining how much of the affected areas and/or items can be successfully restored to pre-damage conditions. Home and business owners and tenants can help to minimize the long-term effects of the damage by following some basic emergency procedures
Basic “Do’s” in the Event of Fire or Smoke Damage:
- DO keep movement throughout the location to a minimum to help prevent soot particles from spreading or becoming impregnated into upholstery and carpets.
- DO clean/protect chrome trim on appliances with a light coating of Vaseline or other oil.
- DO blow off or brush-vacuum loose soot particles from upholstery, drapes and carpet; protect with old sheets or towels.
- DO open windows for ventilation (depending on weather conditions).
- DO change furnace filter if blower is operating. DO empty freezer/refrigerator if electricity is off; prop doors open with a rolled towel or newspaper.
- DO clean/protect bathroom faucets, tub fittings and towel bars with a light coating of oil.
- DO pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, sinks, and tubs to prevent freezing if heat is off in winter. DO wash plants with water on both sides of leaves. DO remove pets to a clean, safe environment.
Basic “Don’ts” in the Event of Fire or Smoke Damage:
- DON’T remain in the building if it has not yet been determined to be safe.
- DON’T wipe or attempt to wash walls, ceilings or other absorbent surfaces.
- DON’T use upholstered furniture if it can be avoided. DON’T use food items or canned goods which have been exposed to excessive heat.
- DON’T use televisions, stereos, or other electrical items until they are checked and cleaned.
- DON’T attempt to turn on your computer; or any other electrical item, as it may be subject to additional damage.
- DON’T send smoke-affected garments to an ordinary dry cleaner; improper cleaning may set in smoke and/or odor.
Emergency Remediation of Residential & Commercial Properties, Large and Small.
-
I wanted to express that I am very happy with the work provided by all of the workers that have come to my house. As well as the professionalism Brian has shown throughout this whole process. Any question or request we had he made sure to resolve and answer for us. It has been a please working with Crystal Restoration Services of CT, Inc, and I will be sure to be recommending you to everyone I know.... more»—Doris, Danbury
-
I wanted to express that I am very happy with the work provided by all of the workers that have come to my house. As well as the professionalism Brian has shown throughout this whole process. Any question or request we had he made sure to resolve and answer for us. It has been a please working with Crystal Restoration Services of CT, Inc, and I will be sure to be recommending you to everyone I know.... more»
—Doris, Danbury
-
I just wanted to let you know what I thought about the service you and your staff provided for us after our chimney fire. I have never met nicer people. All of your caring staff and their organizational skills were fantastic. Everyone was so kind, thoughtful and most thorough. Thank you so very much for everything. Everyone did a phenomenal job and it is most appreciated.quote left... more»
—Kathleen Dehler, homeowner
-
Good Morning Mark: I wanted to give you my heartfelt thanks for the amazing job your team did at my brother in law’s home last week. We cannot believe the transformation. You made a very stressful situation so much easier for us. Jean, please know that Mark went above and beyond and was such a pleasure to deal with and did a wonderful job.... more»
—Carolyn Donnelly
-
I am writing to you because I wanted to let you know how pleased I am with the cleaning job Mark did for me. From the moment he stepped into my house for the first appointment I felt very comfortable. He was very professional, kind and sympathetic. He took the time to explain everything and answer al of my questions. Additionally, he was reliable and always answered my phone calls promptly! He and his staff did a beautiful job, and I could not be happier with the results!... more»
—Karen Mancuso, homeowner
