A-Emergency Board Up: Salvage Tip #3:
Salvage Your Personal Property from Fire Damage
Food
Wash canned goods and any food stored in jars with detergent and water. Do not use canned goods with rust or bulges and never refreeze frozen foods that have thawed. Wash the inside of your fridge and freezer with baking soda and water to remove odors.
A-Emergency Board Up: Salvage Tip #2
Salvage Your Personal Property from Fire Damage
Electrical Appliances
Until you have had a service person out to check your appliances, do not use anything that has been vulnerable to water or steam. Also be advised to have the gas or electric company turn your service back on – rather than doing it yourself – if the fire department shut off your gas or power.
A-Emergency Board Up: Salvage Tip #1
Salvage Your Personal Property from Fire Damage
Cooking Utensils
Wash all pots, pans and flatware with soapy water and then rinse and finish by polishing with a fine-powdered cleaner. Copper and brass can be polished with salt and a fresh lemon wedge.