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fire damage: Property Board Up | Disaster Response | Restoration Contractor - 07/24/08 06:02 PM
It is important to choose wisely when hiring a restoration contractor. Here are some things to consider when looking for a restoration contractor: * Hire a local contractor. Deal only with established businesses who can provide references and are willing to give you a signed contract before service. * Check with the local disaster center, your local building code department or the Better Business Bureau for guidance. * Don't rush into signing a contract. Collect a number of estimates for the job if time allows. * Obtain written estimates before the restoration contractor provides any services. * Do not sign contracts … (0 comments)

fire damage: Fire Board Up | Fire Damage and Restoration | Smoke Damaged Walls and Ceilings - 07/22/08 03:02 PM
It is important to allow soot to dry in place for a minimum of 24 hours before attempting the initial clean-up. Here is a recipe that United Emergency Services, Inc.recommends.4 to 6 tablespoons tri-sodium phosphate1 cup Lysol or household chlorine bleach1 gallon water.Wear rubber gloves and wash the walls, rinse with clean water, and allow to dry. Commercial products are available from paint and wallpaper stores. Washable papers can be washed in the same manner as walls, work from bottom to top and avoid soaking the paper to prevent streaking. Clean ceilings last. Allow 2-3 days drying time before repainting.
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fire damage: Fire Board Up | Fire Damage and Restoration | Smoke Damaged Clothing - 07/21/08 04:37 PM
Do not send smoke damaged clothing to an ordinary dry cleaner, improper cleaning may set smoke and odor permanetly. What seems to be a forever lingering odor can often be washed from clothing. Here is a recipe that United Emergency Services, Inc.recommends.4 to 6 tablespoons tri-sodium phosphate1 cup Lysol or household chlorine bleach1 gallon waterMix well, add clothes, rinse with clear water and dry. Test your colored garments before using any treatment .2 tablespoons sodium hypochlorite can be used as a substituteMildew is removable by washing the stain with soap and water, rinsing and drying in the sun. If the stain … (1 comments)

fire damage: Fire Board Up | Fire Damage and Restoration | Money Replacement - 07/21/08 03:57 PM
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