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6/19/2020 (Permalink)

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What does SERVPRO do for a Fire Damage?

Fires are devastating for homes and/or businesses. When they break-they can move fast and without mercy. Home and Business owners are helpless to stop what is coming. We wait on our fantastic Fire Departments to arrive and work quickly to extinguish and keep people safe. Once the trucks leave, where do you start? Now there is fire damage, smoke damage and water damage-possible flooding.

Professionals that specialize in this type of cleanup work efficiently and quickly to get life back to normal. Your local SERVPRO of Bloomington/Pontiac has the experience, the professionals and the equipment to clean and restore almost anything. Our professionals have specialized fire and water damage restoration training and are able to remove smoke order and deep clean your upholstery/carpets of soot.

First thing is to always stay safe.

If you can still get into the building safely and want to start the process:

• Limit movement and keep hands clean: this prevents soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpets.
• If electricity is off and it’s a situation where you are safely able to get into the building, empty freezer and refrigerator and prop doors open.
• Wash houseplants on both sides of leaves and remove them from the home
• Change HVAC filter.

Do Not….

• Don't attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces or shampoo carpet or upholstery without contacting a Professional. It may actually do more harm. Also, if you don’t have to correct supplies-the long-term issues will mount up.
• Don't attempt to clean any electrical appliances that may 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 fixtures if ceiling is wet. The wiring may be damaged.
• Don't send garments to an ordinary dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set smoke odor or damage clothing.

The largest thing to keep in mind is to contact a professional. SERVPRO has the knowledge and know how to help you get back to pre-Fire condition.