Fire Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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A Few Do's and Don'ts

When fire damage happens to you, don't panic. Your first step should be to call our team at SERVPRO of Central Ft. Myers. We are a 24/7 emergency service team who knows exactly what to do after a fire. If this unfortunate event happens to you, contact our team at SERVPRO of Ft. Myers, we're here to help! 

While you wait for our team to arrive, read below for a few tips to get you started on the cleanup process. Safety should be your first priority before taking any action steps. 

Have Smoke or Fire Damage? Call (239) 334-8700

What To Do After A Fire

  • Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from being embedded into upholstery and carpets.
  • Keep hands clean so as not to further soil upholstery, walls and woodwork.
  • Place clean towels or old linens on rugs, upholstery and carpet traffic areas.
  • If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator and prop doors open.
  • Clean and protect chrome with light coating of petroleum jelly or oil.
  • Wash houseplants on both sides of leaves.
  • Change 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 or upholstery without contacting us.
  • 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.