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 without warning and don’t wait for regular business hours, so we’re ready 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including holidays. If your Chicago home is damaged by fire, we can respond quickly, day or night.

Faster to Any Size Fire Emergency

SERVPRO of Evergreen Park/South Chicago City is dedicated to responding immediately to your Chicago fire damage emergency. A faster response is the key to help prevent additional damage and to help reduce the restoration cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

SERVPRO of Evergreen Park/South Chicago City is locally owned and operated so we are part of the Chicago community too. When you have a flooding or water emergency, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2270 Franchises, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

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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

We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. When you call, one of our representatives will ask a series of questions about the fire damage to your home or business. This information helps us respond immediately with all the needed equipment and resources.

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)

Fire damage can often compromise windows, walls, and roofs. To maintain security and to protect against further damage, we can board up missing windows and walls and place tarps on damaged roofs. 

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

We clean and sanitize the restorable items and structures damaged by the fire. Our professionals use a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

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.

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