What to Do After Fire in your Silverton House

3/8/2022 (Permalink)

kitchen after a fire

In 2020, fire departments in the United States responded to a fire every 23 seconds on average. Death in a fire occurs every two hours and 31 minutes. Even home fires that don’t result in death can cause injuries and leave thousands of dollars of damage behind.

SERVPRO of Durango understands that lives, cherished belongings, and memories are beyond priceless. It is natural to clean your property and get life back to normal. Quick action can be great, but improper or delayed action can risk restoration and cause even more damage.

Remember, SERVPRO of Durango is ready to assist you after a fire with fire damage restoration and help you get back to normal. Our number one priority is getting your home or business back to preloss condition as quickly as possible. We are a 24/7 emergency response. Call us today at 970-259-6184

If you experience fire or smoke damage in your home, here are some steps you can follow until the SERVPRO team arrives.

• Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from 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 the freezer and refrigerator, 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.
• Remove pets to a clean environment.
• Wash houseplants thoroughly.
• Change the HVAC filter but leave the system off until a trained professional check the system.