From scorched walls to singed carpets, damage resulting from a house fire can run the gamut. The crew at All Care Restorations, in Lincoln, NE, knows there are a few immediate steps you should take following the blaze. This is a simple way to contain the damage while waiting for professional fire restoration assistance.     

Below, Lincoln’s leading fire and water damage restoration specialists share immediate steps you need to take after a house fire:

• Cover Carpets & Upholstery: Fire produces soot, dust, and oil. Firemen, fire restoration service technicians, family members, and even pets can unknowingly track these particles all over the house on the bottom of their shoes and paws. Place spare towels, sheets, and linens on area carpets, rugs, and upholstered furniture. The covers will prevent residue from embedding in fabric fibers. 
• Seal Air Vents: After the fire is put out, a thick blanket of smoke is left behind. Filled with toxic chemicals, the polluted air can easily get into air ducts and damage HVAC equipment. To protect the heating and cooling system, seal the air vents throughout the house. For barriers, secure double layers of cheesecloth over grates. 
• Open Windows: Odors from a fire can linger in your house. Opening windows will both help to remove the smell and create a less claustrophobic atmosphere within the damaged structure. 
• Take Inventory: Fire restoration specialists will go through your house looking for damaged items to clean off-site. You can expedite the process by taking an inventory of items that need to be restored. 

If there’s been a fire in your Lincoln area home, call (402) 421-3779 for immediate help. A trained fire damage restoration technician will set you up with a service appointment and fill you in on what to do while waiting for them to arrive. Visit All Care Restorations online to explore the many ways they will make your property look like new again.