DO:

• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpet.

• Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further soil upholstery, walls, and woodwork.

• Place dry, colorfast towels or old linens on rugs, upholstery and carpet traffic areas. 

• If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator completely and prop doors open to help prevent odor.

• Wipe soot from chrome on kitchen and bathroom faucets, trim, and appliances, then protect these surfaces with a light coating of lubricant.

• If heat is off during winter, pour RV antifreeze in sinks, toilet bowls, holding tanks and tubs to avoid freezing pipes and fixtures.

• Wash both sides of leaves on houseplants.

• Change HVAC filter, but leave the system off until a trained professional can check the system.

• Tape double layers of cheesecloth over air registers to stop particles of soot from getting in or out of the HVAC system.

DON’T:

• Attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces without first contacting your Restoration Depot Professional.

• Attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture without first consulting your Restoration Depot Professional.

• Attempt to clean any electrical appliances(TV sets, radios, etc.) that may have been close to fire, heat or water without first consulting an authorized repair service. 

• Consume any food or beverages that may have been stored close to fire, heat or water. (They may be contaminated.)

• Turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged and cause electrical shock, and air movement may create secondary damage.

• Send garments to the dry cleaner. Improper cleaning may set in smoke odor.