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Smoke/Fire Damage Tips

What to do:

-If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor. 
-Clean Formica, chrome, porcelain and aluminum fixtures to prevent permanent tarnishing or etching.
-Discard any open food packages.
-Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
-Tape damp cheesecloth over returns and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.

What not to do:

-Do not touch anything! Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls and woodwork, causing additional damage.
-Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue.

• Mold Remediation
• Smoke & Odor Damage Mitigation
• Water Damage Mitigation
• Trauma/Vandalism

 Water Damage Tips

What to do:

-Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting.
-Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings.
-Wipe furniture, prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying and place aluminum foil under furniture legs.
-Open drawers, closet and cabinet doors to enhance drying.
-Lift draperies off the floor, loop through a coat hanger and place the hanger on the drapery rod.

What not to do:

-Do not use a regular household vacuum to remove water.
-Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or flooring.
-Do not disturb visible mold.