Do's and Don'ts for Fire and Smoke Damage

3/21/2016 (Permalink)

Lehigh Valley: Do’s and Don’ts for Fire and Smoke Damage

DO

• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpets.
• Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further cross contaminate an otherwise unaffected area. 
• Call SERVPRO of Easton, Bethlehem and Whitehall.

DON’T 

• Attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting our office
• Attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture.
• Attempt to clean any electrical appliances, TV sets, computers etc. that may have been close to fire, heat or water without first consulting an authorized repair service.
• Use any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored close to fire, heat or water.
• Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be damaged or wet.
• Send garments to ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor.

CONTACT US

·   Call our office: 610-559-9380

·   Visit us: 860 N Kiowa Street, Allentown, PA 18109

·   Visit our website: www.SERVPROEBW.com