- Don't wipe or attempt to wash fire residues from walls, ceilings or other absorbent surfaces.
- Stay away from carpeting or upholstered furniture impacted by heavy smoke residues or debris.
- Don't use food items or canned goods exposed to heat.
- Don't turn on computers, TVs, stereos, or other electrical appliances until they have been cleaned and checked.
- Do clean and protect chrome trim on faucets by washing with detergent and applying a coating of Vaseline or oil.
- Do blow off or brush-vacuum loose smoke particles from upholstery, draperies, and carpeting.
- Do open windows for ventilation, if weather permits.
- Do empty refrigerators and freezers if electricity is off. And, prop doors open with a rolled towel or newspaper to allow air circulation.
- Do pour antifreeze in toilet bowls, tanks, sinks, and tub drains to prevent freeze damage if heat is off in the winter.
- Do call a plumber to drain and blow out all water lines if heat is off in winter.
- Do remove pets to a clean environment if heavy fire residues are present.
- Do send a sample group of garments for cleaning and deodorization in order to observe the results.
- Do retain a contractor to board up open windows, roofs, or other penetrations in order to prevent additional damage.
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