24/7 Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Services
A-Star Restoration connects homeowners with emergency fire damage restoration professionals for fire cleanup, smoke and soot removal, deodorization, contents pack-out and complete reconstruction.
What We Do
Fire damage restoration is the IICRC S700-standard process of recovering a home after a fire event. The work includes soot characterization, structural cleaning, deodorization (ozone or hydroxyl), HVAC duct cleaning, contents pack-out and complete reconstruction.
Fire losses are multi-dimensional. Beyond visible burn damage, there's smoke and soot deposition throughout the structure, fire-suppression water saturating materials, and persistent odor that requires specialized neutralization. Same-day dispatch limits secondary damage.
Types of Fire & Smoke Damage We Handle
Eight common fire-damage scenarios — each with its own restoration workflow and insurance considerations.
Structure Fires
Full structural fire damage including burn-affected materials, soot deposition and water from fire suppression.
Kitchen Fires
Grease fires, range and oven fires with concentrated soot and odor in surrounding cabinetry and walls.
Electrical Fires
Wiring, panel and appliance fires with concealed smoke damage in wall cavities and ceilings.
Smoke Damage
Smoke and soot residue from any fire source — wall, ceiling and HVAC deposition requiring specialized cleaning.
Soot Cleanup
Particulate soot removal from contents, fabrics, hard surfaces and HVAC ductwork.
Odor Removal
Persistent fire and smoke odor neutralization with ozone or hydroxyl generators.
Contents Restoration
Pack-out, cleaning, deodorization and restoration of personal belongings and furniture.
Reconstruction
Demolition of unsalvageable materials and full rebuild — drywall, flooring, cabinetry, paint and trim.
Our Fire Damage Restoration Process
IICRC S700 standard at each phase — from emergency dispatch to a fully restored home.
Inspection & Safety
IICRC-certified contractor secures the structure, assesses fire and smoke damage, and writes a scope of work.
Water Mitigation
Removal of fire-suppression water and structural drying — typically the first restoration step on every fire loss.
Soot & Smoke Cleanup
Specialized cleaning of affected surfaces, HVAC ducts, contents and structural materials.
Deodorization
Ozone or hydroxyl treatment to neutralize persistent fire and smoke odor throughout the structure.
Contents Pack-Out
Salvageable belongings packed out, cleaned, deodorized and stored — restored or replaced as covered.
Reconstruction
Demolition of damaged materials and complete rebuild — drywall, flooring, cabinetry, paint and trim.
Why Fast Response Matters
Soot becomes acidic as it sits. Within hours, fire residue can permanently etch glass, stain marble and damage metal. Same-day cleanup preserves contents and surfaces that would otherwise require replacement.
Odor penetrates progressively. The longer smoke odor sits in drywall, wood, carpet and HVAC systems, the deeper it embeds — driving up the cost and complexity of deodorization.
Insurance coverage requires prompt mitigation. Securing the structure, removing fire-suppression water and beginning soot cleanup are typically required to protect the claim.
Insurance Overview
Fire damage is a standard covered peril on virtually every homeowners insurance policy in the U.S. Coverage typically includes structural damage, smoke and soot cleanup, contents and additional living expenses (ALE) while the home is uninhabitable. Lightning-strike fires are also covered.
Contractors in the A-Star Restoration network produce the loss documentation insurance carriers expect: moisture/photo logs, equipment runtime logs, antimicrobial application records and Xactimate-compatible scopes of work.
Typical Fire Damage Restoration Costs
Most insured fire damage restoration projects settle between $12,000 and $30,000.
Minor
$3,000–$8,000 · Small fire · localized soot · contents salvageable · partial reconstruction.
Moderate
$8,000–$25,000 · Room-scale fire · whole-structure smoke · contents pack-out · reconstruction needed.
Major
$25,000–$100,000+ · Full structural fire · extensive smoke/soot · contents loss · complete rebuild.
Related Services
Water Damage Restoration
Burst pipe, flood, appliance leaks — IICRC S500 standard extraction and structural drying.
→Mold Remediation
IICRC S520 containment, source removal and HEPA filtration with post-remediation verification.
→Sewage Cleanup
Category 3 black water decontamination, antimicrobial treatment and structural drying.
→Areas We Serve
Active dispatch coverage. Statewide expansion is continuing.
Texas
Active dispatch network across Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Fort Worth.
View Texas Service Areas →Florida
Coming soon — hurricane band, flood and storm damage network.
Coming SoonArizona
Coming soon — monsoon flooding, slab leak and storm damage network.
Coming SoonGeorgia
Coming soon — Gulf-band storm, freeze and flooding network.
Coming SoonFire Damage Restoration — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is fire damage restoration?
- Fire damage restoration is the IICRC S700-standard process of recovering a home after a fire. It includes water mitigation, soot cleanup, deodorization, contents restoration and reconstruction.
- How fast does fire damage need to be addressed?
- Within 24 hours. Soot becomes acidic and progressively damages contents and surfaces. Odor embeds deeper into materials over time, increasing deodorization complexity.
- Is smoke damage covered by insurance?
- Yes — smoke and soot damage are typically covered as part of a fire loss under standard homeowners policies, including damage from a fire on a neighboring property.
- What happens to my belongings?
- Salvageable contents are packed out, cleaned and deodorized off-site. Items beyond restoration are documented for the insurance claim and replacement coverage.
- How long does fire damage restoration take?
- Most projects take 4–8 weeks total: 1–2 weeks of cleanup and deodorization, then 2–6 weeks of reconstruction depending on scope.