Chicago, IL Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

Because fires can happen rapidly and spread damaging effects throughout the property, Chicago homes and businesses must have dedicated professionals responding quickly to help. With our team available 24/7, we have a response that suits the emergency with the urgency it requires. Fire & Smoke Restoration Technicians (FSRT) trained through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) can help with:

  • Fire damaged homes
  • Fire and smoke damage
  • Smoke remediation
  • Fire damage restoration

Air Quality Filtration and Smoke Remediation in Chicago Homes

As critical as mitigation can be for Chicago homes after fire damage, making the property as safe as possible for responding technicians must also be prioritized. Circulating hazardous matter and particulates from soot, ash, and smoke must be filtered out to provide a safer work environment for our FSRT team. Multiple HEPA products are used in this venture, including large scrubbing units and multi-purpose machines like hydroxyl generators that can filter and deodorize simultaneously.

Soot Removal for Fire Damaged Homes in Chicago 

Smoke remediation for area homes can also mean removing and cleaning residues and soils present on surfaces, building materials, and contents in the house. Partial combustion of fuels can leave a thick, black residue over many surfaces that is compromising to the underlying material and requires multiple cleaning approaches to resolve entirely. From soda blasting to controlled demolition, we can help.

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SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (773) 434-9100

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

We know that fire damage can happen any time, so we’re ready to respond 24 hours, 7 days a week—including holidays. We provide immediate emergency fire services for Chicago homes or businesses, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

Immediate action is crucial when dealing with water and fire damage. We’re dedicated to responding immediately when you need help. A fast response helps lessen the damage, limits secondary damage, and reduces cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown is close by and ready to respond to your fire damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Chicago community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

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Highly Trained Water and Fire Restoration Specialists

As water and fire damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. Learn about our fire damage training/certificates.

Our Fire Restoration Process

Every fire damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” fire damage emergency.

Step 1: Emergency Contact

The fire restoration process begins when you call us. Our consultant will guide you through the crisis and may ask several questions to help us better understand the type of fire damage you experienced, determining the equipment and resources needed.

Step 2: Inspection and Fire Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect and test adjoining rooms of your property to determine the extent of the fire, smoke, and soot damage. This step is crucial to developing a plan of action.

Step 3: Immediate Board-Up and Roof-Tarp Service (if needed)

In many fire damage cases, it’s necessary to board up missing windows and walls and to place tarps on a damaged roof. This helps to maintain security and to protect against further damage. 

Step 4: Water Removal and Drying (if water damage is present)

If needed, we can begin the water removal process with powerful pumps and extraction units. This removes most of the water. We complete the water removal and drying process with industrial-strength dehumidifiers and air movers. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

Your property’s ceiling, walls, floors, and other surfaces will likely have smoke and soot residue. We’ll use specialized cleaning products, equipment, and techniques to properly clean your home or business. 

Step 6: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Any restorable items will be cleaned and sanitized. We’ll use a variety of specialized cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. Our professionals will also remove smoke and other odors using advanced air scrubbing equipment and fogging devices with deodorizers.

Step 7: Restoration

Restoration is the process or restoring your home or business to its pre-fire condition. Restoration may involve relatively minor repairs, such as replacing drywall and painting, or it could include significant reconstruction of entire rooms.

Trusted Fire Restoration Leaders

SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown is prepared to go into action when a fire strikes in Chicago, IL. If your home or business has been damaged by fire and smoke, we know how shocking the event can be. SERVPRO is sensitive to the emotional stress property owners feel during this time. Our trained crew will work diligently to return your home to pre-fire condition as quickly as possible, keeping you informed all along the way.

Let us help – Call (773) 434-9100 and we will get started on your home restoration right away.