Fire & Smoke Damage Cleanup
Soot, smoke odor, and structural damage after a fire need fast, specialized cleanup. Tell us what happened and we'll route it to a local contractor.
Treat as an emergency if
- Fire department has cleared the structure but it's unsecured (broken windows, open roof)
- Active smoke odor throughout the home affecting air quality
- Water damage from fire suppression efforts on top of fire/smoke damage
Non-emergency, but still worth a look
- A small, contained fire (e.g., stovetop) with limited smoke residue
- Lingering odor from a past fire you'd like assessed
Typical Timeline
What to expect after you submit
First 24 hours
Board-up & securing
Broken windows, doors, or roof openings are typically boarded or tarped to secure the property and prevent further loss.
Days 1–7
Soot & odor removal
Specialized cleaning removes soot from surfaces and contents, followed by deodorization (ozone, thermal fogging, or HEPA air scrubbing).
Week 2+
Rebuild & reconstruction
Damaged drywall, insulation, flooring, or structural elements are repaired or replaced.
- A contractor will typically assess both visible fire damage and hidden smoke penetration before quoting work.
- Most fire damage claims go through your homeowners insurance — your contractor can help document losses for the adjuster.
- Contents cleaning (furniture, textiles, electronics) is often a separate line item from structural repair.
“A fire can become life-threatening in just two minutes. A residence can be engulfed in flames in five minutes.”
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