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Fire & Smoke Damage Information
After fire damage, it is natural to want to jump right in and clean your property and its contents. Timely
action can be a great help, but incorrect action can jeopardize or impede satisfactory restoration.
DO...
•First, call Water Works Restoration, Inc. for expedite and professional service.
•Take pictures of damaged areas prior to touching anything (for insurance purposes).
•Clean and protect chrome trim on faucets and other brightwork by washing with detergent and
applying a coating of Vaseline or oil.
•Blow off or brush-vacuum loose smoke particles from upholstery, draperies and carpeting.
•Open windows for ventilation if weather permits.
•Empty refrigerators and freezers if electricity is shut off, and prop doors open with a rolled towel or
newspaper to allow air circulation.
•Pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, tanks, sink and tub drains to prevent freeze damage if heat is off in
winter.
•Call a plumber to drain and blow out all water lines if heat is off in winter.
•Remove pets to a clean environment if heavy fire residues are present.
•Send a sample group of garments for cleaning and deodorization in order to observe the results.
•Retain a contractor to board up open windows, roofs, or other penetrations in order to prevent
additional damage.
DO NOT...
•Wipe or attempt to wash fire residues from walls, ceilings or other absorbent surfaces.
•Use carpeting or upholstered furniture impacted by heavy residues or debris.
•Use food items or canned goods exposed to heat.
•Turn on computers, TV's, stereos or electrical appliances until they have been cleaned and checked.
action can be a great help, but incorrect action can jeopardize or impede satisfactory restoration.
DO...
•First, call Water Works Restoration, Inc. for expedite and professional service.
•Take pictures of damaged areas prior to touching anything (for insurance purposes).
•Clean and protect chrome trim on faucets and other brightwork by washing with detergent and
applying a coating of Vaseline or oil.
•Blow off or brush-vacuum loose smoke particles from upholstery, draperies and carpeting.
•Open windows for ventilation if weather permits.
•Empty refrigerators and freezers if electricity is shut off, and prop doors open with a rolled towel or
newspaper to allow air circulation.
•Pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, tanks, sink and tub drains to prevent freeze damage if heat is off in
winter.
•Call a plumber to drain and blow out all water lines if heat is off in winter.
•Remove pets to a clean environment if heavy fire residues are present.
•Send a sample group of garments for cleaning and deodorization in order to observe the results.
•Retain a contractor to board up open windows, roofs, or other penetrations in order to prevent
additional damage.
DO NOT...
•Wipe or attempt to wash fire residues from walls, ceilings or other absorbent surfaces.
•Use carpeting or upholstered furniture impacted by heavy residues or debris.
•Use food items or canned goods exposed to heat.
•Turn on computers, TV's, stereos or electrical appliances until they have been cleaned and checked.
| For more information, you can contact our customer service center at: questions@waterworksrestoration.com. |
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