If you are in the midst of a smoke or fire disaster, know that ServiceMaster Clean will be there when you call 800-252-4622. In the meantime, here are some ways NOT to mitigate the damage yourself.

What NOT to do after smoke/fire damage

• Do not touch anything. Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls, and woodwork, causing additional damage.
• Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound soot residue.
• Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture.
• Do not use electrical appliances until having them checked.
• Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.

Mitigation is essential in smoke and fire damage

The professionals of ServiceMaster Clean are experts in understanding the chemical combinations that can effectively clean and salvage belongings. They can even remove soot from at-risk items such as brass, aluminum, chrome, marble, tile, and porcelain as well as fabrics in upholstery and carpets, thus helping to avoid additional expenses.

We use the latest equipment and supplies in our five-step fire and smoke restoration process:

• Emergency pre-cleaning
• Content cleaning
• Content pack-out
• Wall and ceiling cleaning
• Deodorization