Fire Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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Fire damages can be devastating, no matter how big or small. Trust the professionals at SERVPRO of Desoto, Tate & Tunica Counties with your most valuable belongings. Trust SERVPRO of Desoto, Tate & Tunica Counties with your home. We have the most up to date technology to clean not only your contents, but also your structure. We also have a full construction team that can rebuild what's necessary to make your home truly "Like it never even happened." SERVPRO of Desoto, Tate & Tunica Counties works with most insurance companies and will make the process as easy as possible for you. We are available 24/7 and you can reach us anytime at 662-349-6500.

Have Smoke or Fire Damage? Call (662) 510-7193

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.