Chicago, IL Fire Damage Cleanup and Restoration

When you need water in fire damage restorations for your home or business, time is of the essence. We appreciate the value of a fast response to fire emergencies, namely with how quickly damaging effects can spread after extinguishment. We have experienced professionals leading our team of technicians to conduct thorough fire damage restoration inspections to determine what actions are necessary and the appropriate response for house fire clean up. Our professionals can help with: 

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

Emergency Services for Fire and Smoke Damage in Chicago

Fire mitigation for fire damaged homes in Chicago begins with the first steps and stages to make the property safe for entry and preliminary cleaning. Without the appropriate personal protective equipment, post-fire conditions can be unsafe for those unprotected. We prioritize the application of HEPA tools in our recovery inventory to begin making the environment safer for responding technicians. Our general contractor license can also allow us to provide services such as repairs and controlled demolition. 

Smoke Remediation Options for Chicago Properties

The term smoke remediation can point to many specific actions meant to overcome fire and smoke damage in area homes or businesses. Often, smoke remediation points to removing lingering odors that can be overwhelming in the property after extinguishment. To accomplish this, our professionals utilized multiple deodorization and neutralization tools.

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SERVPRO of Evergreen Park / South Chicago City

Fire, Smoke, or Soot Damage? Call Today (773) 337-3900

24-Hour Emergency Fire Restoration Service

Fire emergencies can happen day or night, on weekend or holidays. That’s why we provide 24-hour emergency fire restoration services, 365 days a year. Chicago residents can expect an immediate response time, 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 are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Evergreen Park / South Chicago City is locally owned and operated so we’re already nearby and ready to help Chicago residents and business owners with any-sized fire and smoke damage emergencies.

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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 determine the scope of the fire and smoke damage by examining the affected areas and by testing the adjoining rooms for smoke and soot damage. An accurate assessment is crucial to the planning process. 

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)

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We then use dehumidifiers and air movers to remove the remaining water and complete the drying process. 

Step 5: Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

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

If your Chicago, IL home has been struck by fire and smoke damage, SERVPRO of Evergreen Park / South Chicago City is ready to go to work. We know that the stress caused from a fire can be as devastating as the structural damage itself. Our team is trained to keep you apprised of the progress we are making on your property and strives to get you back inside as soon as possible.

Reach us at (773) 337-3900 so that we can begin the process of making your fire incident a memory.