If your home has suffered from fire and/or smoke damage, your safety and the safety of everyone in your household should be the primary focus. Sometimes a fire marshal or other government official may need to give the 'all clear' before allowing anyone back into the building. If you are unsure, check with your local fire department.

Once you are back in the building, keep these tips in mind:

• Some of the most prevalent concerns to be on the lookout for are electrical and "slip and fall" hazards.
• If you are not sure about the safety of an activity that needs to be completed, do not attempt.
• Be careful handling wet materials, as they can be VERY heavy.
• To reduce the chance for smoke and soot becoming embedded into furniture, carpets, or upholstery, keep the movement limited in your home.
• Keep hands, tools, and cleaning cloths clean and fresh so as to not increase the amount of soiling.
• Change your HVAC filter. If smoke was heavy, consider having a licensed HVAC company inspect your duct work and air handler and other equipment that may have been damaged or affected.
• Remember the bottom side when cleaning house plants and other household items. 
• Use a light coating of petroleum jelly or oil to clean and protect your household chrome.
• Document all losses and review insurance information.
• Secure your property. 

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