California Wildfire Cleanup

10/11/2019 (Permalink)

Firefighters battle a wind-driven wildfire in Sylmar, California, October 11, 2019.

As we move into the wildfire season once again, SERVPRO of East Sacramento/West-Arden Arcade wanted to take a moment to reflect on the fires that are affecting the State of California. Currently, the Saddleridge Brush fire is burning in Southern California, and 100,000 people have been evacuated. And while power has just been restored to hundreds of thousands of residents across California, the threat of wildfires across the state is still weighing heavy in our minds.

If you have been affected by the fires, here are some tips on what to do before help arrives: 

• Limit movement in home to prevent soot particles from being 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.
• Change HVAC filter, but leave system off until a professional can check the system. 

What to NOT do when you have fire and smoke damage:

• Attempt to wash any walls or painted surfaces.
• Attempt to shampoo carpet or upholstered furniture.
• Attempt to clean any electrical appliances that may have been close to ire, heat, or water.
• Consume any food or beverages that may have been stored closed to fire, heat, or water. 
• Turn on ceiling fixtures.
• Send garments to the dry cleaner. Improper cleaning will set in the smoke odor. 

If you have fire damage, give us a call at 916-285-7257.