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Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration in Boston, MA
Fire damage restoration in Boston covers three jobs at once: securing the building, cleaning soot and smoke odor, and drying out the water the fire department left behind. Our IICRC certified crew takes it from the first plywood board over a broken window to the last coat of paint.
A person answers 24/7, and we work directly with your insurer.
- 24/7nights, weekends, holidays
- IICRCfire, smoke and water
- Insuredhomes and businesses
Right after the fire
What Should You Do Right After a House Fire?
Wait for firefighters to give the all clear, phone your insurance company, then phone us. Soot is acidic, and every day it sits it etches glass, tarnishes metal and yellows paint.
Do
Open windows if the air is safe, change the furnace filter, and photograph each room before anything is moved.
Don’t
Wipe soot off walls or ceilings, run the HVAC or ceiling fans, or plug in electronics before they are checked.
Throw out
Food, drinks and medicine that were near heat, smoke or soot.
Keep
Receipts for hotel stays and supplies; many policies include additional living expenses.
Smoke damage
Smoke Damage Restoration in Boston
Smoke goes far past the burned room, into closets, attics, ductwork and wall cavities. That is why a small stovetop fire can leave an entire condo smelling. We follow ANSI/IICRC S700, the fire and smoke restoration standard, and pick the cleaning method by the type of residue.
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Dry smoke
Powdery soot from wood and paper. It comes off with HEPA vacuuming and dry sponges.
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Wet smoke
Sticky, smeared residue from burning plastic or rubber that calls for specialty cleaners.
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Protein residue
From burned food. Nearly invisible film with a strong, lingering odor. Common after kitchen fires.
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Oil burner puffback
A misfiring oil furnace can blow fine soot through every room. We see it in older Boston houses still on oil heat.
How it works
Six Steps, With an Update at Each One
You get a written scope before cleaning starts and a call from us whenever a step is finished.
Secure the site
Windows boarded, roof tarped, and the building protected from weather and break ins.
Inspect and plan
Every room checked for fire, smoke and water damage, then a written scope.
Remove the water
Hose water pumped out and the structure dried before mold can start.
Clean soot and smoke
HEPA vacuums, dry chemical sponges, dry ice blasting and residue specific cleaners.
Remove the odor
Air scrubbers, thermal fogging and hydroxyl generators. Ozone is used only in unoccupied rooms.
Repair and rebuild
Plaster, drywall, trim, floors and cabinets put back so the home feels like yours again.
Local know how
Why Do Boston Fires Need a Local Crew?
Triple deckers and rowhouses
In Dorchester, Somerville and the South End, smoke moves through shared walls, stairwells and attics, so one fire can reach several units. We check every one.
Plaster, brick and old wood
Beacon Hill and Back Bay interiors absorb odor deep into lath, masonry and aged trim. They need gentle cleaning, not heavy scrubbing.
Winter fires
Heating season brings more fires, and hose water can freeze in a house without heat. Drying and temporary heat go in quickly.
Kitchen fires
Cooking is the leading cause of home fires nationally, and protein smoke from one pan can coat a whole unit in greasy film.
For businesses
Can a Business Reopen Faster After a Fire?
Every closed day costs money, so the plan is built around reopening. Offices, restaurants, shops and apartment buildings get secured fast, then cleaned one zone at a time so finished areas can open while work continues.
We document property loss and business interruption for your commercial policy, and rebuild work follows Boston building and fire codes.
- Fast securing of the space
- Records for your commercial claim
- Reopening in stages
- Code minded rebuilding
Reviews
From Boston Homeowners and Business Owners
After a fire in our Back Bay brownstone, their immediate response was crucial. Their expertise in smoke damage restoration saved countless family heirlooms. They managed the entire rebuild seamlessly.
The team was compassionate and incredibly professional. They handled the insurance paperwork and completely restored our South End condo after a kitchen fire. Top-notch fire damage restoration in Boston.
A small fire threatened to shut down our Cambridge cafe. Their 24/7 commercial service had us cleaned up, odor-free, and partially reopened in days. Saved our business.
Questions
Fire and Smoke Damage Questions
How soon should cleanup start after a house fire?
The same day firefighters allow you back inside, if possible. Acidic soot starts damaging surfaces within hours, so early cleaning saves more.
Will the smoke smell go away by itself?
Rarely. Odor sits in porous materials and keeps releasing. It has to be cleaned at the source and then treated in the air.
Can my belongings be saved?
Many can. Furniture, electronics, clothing and keepsakes are cleaned when restoration costs less than replacement, and the rest is listed for your claim.
Does insurance cover fire and smoke damage?
Most homeowners policies cover sudden fires, including smoke and the water used to fight them. We provide room by room photos and lists for the adjuster.
Do you handle the water from the fire hoses?
Yes. Extraction and drying are part of every fire job, because wet materials left behind can grow mold within days.
Smoke Smell Still There? It Won’t Fade on Its Own.
Soot works deeper into paint, fabric and wood every day. Call and a crew can start securing and cleaning today.
Water Damage Restoration Boston · 512 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118 · (857) 675-6821