Fire Damage Emergency Tips

11/7/2019 (Permalink)

After the fire department has put out the fire successfully and you are left with the aftermath of fire damage, what should you do?

What to Do After A Fire

• Your primary focus should be safety first.  Is it safe to stay in the house?
• Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
• Electrical and "slip and fall" hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
• Wet materials can be very heavy.  Be careful.
• Call SERVPRO of Stone Mountain/Clarkston to be assured that you will have a professional team to mitigate the fire damage.
• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpets.
• Keep hands clean so as not to further soil upholstery, walls and woodwork.
• If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator and prop doors open.

What NOT to Do After A Fire

• Don't attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces.  Leave that to the professionals.
• Don't attempt to clean any electrical appliances that my have been close to fire, heat or water without consulting an authorized repair service.
• Don't use any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored near the fire, heat or water.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixture if ceiling is wet.  The wiring may be damaged.
• Don't send garments to an ordinary dry cleaner.  Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

The professional team at SERVPRO of Stone Mountain/Clarkston will evaluate the extent of the fire damage and walk through with the homeowner to explain the mitigation process and what can be salvaged, cleaned and deodorized.  Call 770-496-1976.

Our goal is to make it "Like it never even happened."