Fire Tips for Homeowners

7/20/2017 (Permalink)

The first 48 hours after a fire damage can make the difference between restoring versus replacing your property and personal belongings. SERVPRO of Rolla can help prevent fire damage from creating long-term problems. SERVPRO of Rolla provide timely response with mitigation service ranging from fire, smoke and soot removal to contents claims inventory and document restoration. Theses services help ensure your property, belongings and memories are restored to preloss condition when possible.

SERVPRO of Rolla are available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year to help your regain control quickly.

• What You Can Do Until Help Arrives

* Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from spreading and additional damage from occurring.

* Place clean towels or old linens on rugs and high traffic areas and upholstery.

* Coat chrome faucets, trim and appliances with petroleum jelly or oil.

* Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet.

* Do not wash any walls or painted surfaces.

* Do not shampoo carpet or upholstery.

* Do not clean any electrical equipment.

* Do not send clothing to a dry cleaner since improper cleaning may set smoke odor.