Fire Damage Tips

6/10/2024 (Permalink)

Fire and smoke damage can be devastating. Utilizing SERVPRO of Central OKC can help make it "Like it never even happened."

Fires are extremely dangerous and can pose significant damage to your health and property. At SERVPRO of Central Oklahoma City, we are committed to restoring your property back to its preloss condition following a fire. Here are some tips of what to do and what NOT to do when you experience a fire:

After any fire damage situation, your primary focus should be safety.

• Is it safe to stay in the building?
• Electrical and “slip and fall” hazards are some of the most prevalent concerns.
• Only do activities that are safe for you to perform.
• Wet materials can be VERY heavy. Be careful!

What To Do After a Fire:

• Limit movement in the building to prevent soot particles from being embedded into carpets and other structures.
• Keep hands clean so as not further soil contents, walls, and woodwork.
• Place clean towels on rugs and carpets.
• Clean and protect chrome with a light coating of petroleum jelly or oil.
• If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator and prop doors open.
• Change the HVAC filter.
• Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers

What NOT To Do After a Fire:

• Don’t attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces or shampoo carpet without contacting your local SERVPRO®.
• Don’t attempt to clean any electrical appliances that may have been close to the 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 fixtures if the ceiling is wet. The wiring may be damaged.
• Don’t send garments to an ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

By following these tips and contacting SERVPRO of Central Oklahoma City after your home or business experiences a fire, secondary damage can be prevented and your property will undergo the restoration process to ensure that it goes back to normal in no time. SERVPRO of Central Oklahoma City is available 24/7 to assist you.