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Dial (855) 919-8808 any time, day or night. Our automated system asks for your ZIP code so it can find help near you.
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You’re routed to an available licensed, certified restoration contractor serving your area. If none is available, you’ll know right away.
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The contractor talks through your damage, schedules a visit, and gives you an estimate. Contractors work with every major insurance carrier.
Smoke Damage Cleanup and Odor Removal
You don’t need a fire in your own home to have smoke damage. Wildfire smoke, a neighbor’s fire, or a small kitchen fire can leave soot on walls and ceilings, residue in HVAC ducts, and odor in carpet, drywall, and furniture. Contractors in our network clean soot with the right methods for each surface and treat odor at its source instead of masking it.
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Smoke damage? Do this right now
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Don’t run the HVAC
Running heat or air can spread soot and odor through every room. Keep it off until the system is checked.
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Don’t wipe soot with household cleaners
Soot is oily and acidic — wiping often smears it deeper into walls, fabric, and finishes.
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Ventilate if the outdoor air is clean
Open windows only if outdoor air quality is good. During active wildfire smoke, keep windows closed.
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Document everything
Take photos and video of the damage and affected belongings before anything is moved or thrown out. Your insurance claim will need them.
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Set aside exposed food and medicine
Food and medications exposed to heat or smoke may not be safe — check guidance before using them.
Then call a restoration pro
Call (855) 919-8808 24/7 to reach a licensed, certified contractor in your area for a no-obligation estimate.
Common Sources of Smoke Damage
Soot is acidic and oily, so it can discolor and etch surfaces over time, and wiping it with household cleaners often smears it deeper. Don’t run the HVAC until the system has been checked.
Wildfire Smoke and Ash
Kitchen and Grease Fires
Fireplace and Furnace Puff-Backs
Electrical Fires and Neighboring Fires
Every moment counts with smoke damage. Take crucial action now.
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How Professional Smoke Damage Cleanup Works
- Inspection: Identify the type of smoke residue and every area it reached, including ducts and hidden spaces.
- Soot Removal: Clean walls, ceilings, and contents using methods suited to each surface, with HEPA vacuums and air scrubbers.
- HVAC Cleaning: Clean ductwork and replace filters so the system doesn’t keep spreading residue and odor.
- Odor Treatment: Neutralize odor at its source with professional treatments such as thermal fogging or hydroxyl/ozone (ozone only in unoccupied spaces).
- Restoration: Seal, repaint, or replace materials that can’t be cleaned.
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Contractors in our network hold IICRC, RIA, ASD, CDS, AMRT, BBB accreditation, and other industry credentials.
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Credentials vary by contractor and can change. Before work begins, ask your contractor for their current license, certification, and accreditation details, or verify them with the issuing organization (such as the IICRC, the BBB, or your state contractor licensing board).
We have a nationwide network of restoration contractors
Restore Your Property connects property owners with licensed, certified water, fire, and mold restoration professionals across all 50 states. Every contractor in our network is required to be fully licensed and certified in their trade — so when someone arrives at your door, they're qualified to be there.
Worried About Cost or Insurance?
Straight answers to the questions people ask most before they call.
Will my insurance cover it?
Most property policies cover sudden and accidental damage — like a burst pipe, a failed water heater, or a fire. They often exclude damage from long-term leaks, neglect, or flooding from outside, which typically requires separate flood insurance. Check your policy or call your insurer to confirm.
Do I have to pay everything up front?
Contractors in our network offer a no-obligation estimate first. Many restoration contractors work directly with your insurance company and bill the claim, so you’re often responsible mainly for your deductible. Confirm payment terms with the contractor before work begins.
Should I call my insurance company or a contractor first?
Make the property safe and stop the damage first — most policies expect you to take reasonable steps to prevent further damage. Report the claim promptly. A restoration contractor can document moisture readings and damage, which helps support your claim.
Can I choose my own restoration contractor?
In most cases, yes — and it’s worth thinking about. Your insurer may suggest a contractor from its preferred-vendor program, but you’re generally free to choose who works on your property. Program contractors typically follow pricing and scope guidelines set by the insurance company, which can limit the work to what the program allows rather than everything your property needs. That’s why many property owners prefer an independent contractor who works for them and advocates for a complete, proper repair. Restore Your Property connects you with independent local contractors who work with every major insurance carrier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get smoke damage without a fire in my home?
Yes. Wildfire smoke, a nearby fire, or a small kitchen fire can leave fine particles and odor inside a home, especially in HVAC systems, carpet, and fabrics. Professional cleaning and odor treatment may be needed even when there was no fire inside.
Will painting over smoke stains get rid of the smell?
Usually not on its own. Odor lives in porous materials and ductwork, so surfaces need to be cleaned and the odor treated at its source. Professionals may apply a sealing primer after cleaning, before repainting.
Does insurance cover smoke damage?
Standard homeowners policies generally cover smoke damage from a fire, and many cover smoke from nearby fires, including wildfires. Coverage varies, so check your policy and document the damage.
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