Smoke odor that comes back when the heat runs
We clean the ductwork, replace HVAC filters and run a hydroxyl generator until the source is neutralized. Sealing charred framing with a char-blocking primer stops odor from bleeding through new paint.
Soot, smoke and char cleaned out and rebuilt right
Fire Damage Restoration Near Me in PALOS VERDES PENINSULA
When a kitchen flare-up or attic fire leaves char and smoke behind, Fire Damage Restoration Near Me in PALOS VERDES PENINSULA gets your home back to livable. We handle emergency board-up, soot removal, smoke odor and structural repair for homeowners, landlords and property managers across the Peninsula. Our local fire damage restoration PALOS VERDES PENINSULA California team is on call 24/7, and we document everything for your insurance claim from the first hour.
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About this service
What Fire Damage Restoration Near Me in PALOS VERDES PENINSULA Covers
Fire Damage Restoration Near Me in PALOS VERDES PENINSULA is the full cleanup and rebuild that follows a house fire, from emergency board-up through final paint. The work starts with securing the structure and stopping further damage, then moves through soot removal, smoke odor treatment, water extraction from firefighting, and structural repair. We test surfaces with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera before anything gets covered back up, because trapped moisture behind new drywall turns into mold within 24 to 48 hours.
Most calls we take on the Hill come from kitchen grease fires, electrical fires in older panel boxes, and attic fires where insulation holds smoke for months. If you are searching for fire damage restoration close to me PALOS VERDES PENINSULA after a scare, the first 72 hours matter most: acidic soot etches paint, brass and appliance finishes, and smoke odor settles deeper into lumber the longer it sits. We pull contaminated insulation, HEPA vacuum every cavity, and seal charred framing with a char-blocking primer before reconstruction begins.
- ✓ One Crew, Full Scope
- ✓ Odor Gone, Not Masked
- ✓ Insurance Documentation
- ✓ Local Code Knowledge
What's included
What Our Fire Damage Restoration Includes
Every job starts with an inspection and a written scope. From there, the standard package covers the cleanup and rebuild most homes need. If we find hidden damage, we show you and price it before we continue.
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Emergency Board-Up
We secure windows, doors and roof openings with plywood and tarps so rain and animals stay out. This happens on the first visit, usually within 60 to 90 minutes of your call.
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Water Extraction and Drying
Firefighting water gets pulled with extractors and dried with dehumidifiers and air movers. We monitor moisture daily until the structure reads dry, which usually takes 3 to 5 days.
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Soot and Debris Removal
We HEPA vacuum ceilings and walls, sponge soot off hard surfaces, and bag charred insulation and debris for disposal. Contaminated materials leave the site in sealed bags.
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Smoke Odor Treatment
Air scrubbers, a hydroxyl generator and a smoke odor counteractant fogger run until the smell is gone at the source. We also clean ductwork and replace HVAC filters.
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Structural Repair and Finish
Drywall, insulation, lumber, paint and trim go back in to match the existing finish. We pull permits and schedule inspections so the work is code-correct and insurable.
How it works
What to Expect Step by Step
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Emergency Call
You call and we ask what burned, where, and whether the power or gas is shut off. We dispatch a crew, usually within 60 to 90 minutes on the Peninsula, and bring board-up materials, tarps and extraction gear. If the fire department just left, we coordinate access with them.
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Secure and Assess
We board windows, tarp the roof and shut off utilities if that has not happened. Then we walk the house with a thermal imaging camera and moisture meter, mark every wet or charred area, and photograph it for the claim. This inspection takes 45 to 90 minutes.
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Water and Soot Removal
Firefighting water comes out first with extractors and dehumidifiers, because mold can start in 24 to 48 hours. Then we HEPA vacuum ceilings and walls, sponge soot off hard surfaces, and bag contaminated insulation and debris for disposal.
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Odor and Air Treatment
We set air scrubbers and a hydroxyl generator to run for 24 to 72 hours depending on how far smoke traveled. Ductwork gets cleaned and HVAC filters replaced. Charred framing is sealed with a char-blocking primer so odor cannot bleed through new paint.
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Rebuild and Walkthrough
Drywall, insulation, lumber, paint and trim go back in to match the existing finish. We pull the permits, schedule the inspections and walk the finished rooms with you. You get the photo file, receipts and warranty paperwork at handoff.
Tools & methods
Tools and Methods We Use
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Thermal Imaging Camera
Finds hidden heat damage and moisture behind walls before we open them, so we are not guessing where the damage stops.
Air Scrubber and Negative Air Machine
Pulls smoke particles out of the air and keeps contaminated air from spreading to clean rooms during demolition.
Hydroxyl Generator
Neutralizes smoke odor at the molecular level over 24 to 72 hours without leaving a chemical smell behind.
HEPA Vacuum
Removes fine soot from ceilings, walls and cavities without blowing it back into the air.
Moisture Meter and Dehumidifier
Tracks water left by firefighting and dries the structure until readings confirm it is safe to close up.
Smoke Odor Counteractant Fogger
Reaches odor inside wall cavities and ductwork that sponges and scrubbers cannot touch.
Real results
Before and after.
Kitchen Grease Fire, Malaga Cove
Before
A grease fire scorched the range wall, coated cabinets and ceiling in sticky soot, and sent smoke through the first floor. The homeowner had wiped one wall and made the stain worse.
After
We degreased and sponged every surface, ran air scrubbers for 48 hours, replaced the damaged drywall and repainted. The kitchen was finished in 6 days with no odor when the oven ran.
Attic Fire, Rolling Hills
Before
An attic fire charred two rafters and filled the insulation with smoke. The smell was reaching the bedrooms every time the heater ran.
After
We removed the insulation, sealed the rafters with char-blocking primer, replaced the HVAC filters and cleaned the ducts. Post-job moisture readings were dry and the attic passed inspection in 9 days.
Electrical Fire, Rancho Palos Verdes
Before
An electrical fire in an older panel box charred a wall cavity and left soot on the adjacent room. The homeowner was not sure the wall was safe.
After
We confirmed the circuit was dead, cleaned the char, tested for hidden heat damage and rebuilt the wall with fire-rated drywall. The panel was re-energized after inspection, 8 days after the fire.
Problems we solve
Problems We Solve After a Fire
If you are searching for affordable fire damage restoration near me PALOS VERDES PENINSULA, you are probably dealing with one of these. Each one gets worse the longer it sits.
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Soot staining on walls and ceilings
We HEPA vacuum first, then use soot sponges and dry methods before any wet cleaning. That order is what keeps the stain from setting and saves the paint job.
Hidden water damage from firefighting
We map moisture with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, extract standing water and run dehumidifiers until readings are dry. We do not close up a wall until it passes.
Weakened framing and charred structure
We assess char depth, sister or replace framing where code allows, and rebuild to current California code with permits. The finished structure passes inspection and is safe to insure.
Proof you can check
Licensed, Certified and Reviewed
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IICRC Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification
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IICRC Odor Control Technician (OCT)Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification
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EPA Lead-Safe Certified FirmU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) LicenseCalifornia Contractors State License Board
The best crew is the one that shows up fast, documents everything for your insurer and finishes the rebuild itself. We are IICRC FSRT and OCT certified, licensed and insured in California, and we have served the Peninsula since 2022. Call and we will walk you through what your job needs before you commit to anyone.
Most single-room jobs run $3,000 to $12,000 in 2026, and whole-house rebuilds can reach $40,000 or more depending on structural damage. Soot cleaning alone is often $1,500 to $4,000. Your insurance usually covers most of it, and we give you a written scope before work starts so there are no surprises.
Yes. Our line is answered around the clock, every day of the year, and we dispatch crews across the Peninsula within 60 to 90 minutes. That includes nights, weekends and holidays. The sooner we board up and start drying, the less secondary damage you deal with later.
Yes. We photograph and log every affected surface, itemize materials and keep moisture readings on file, which is the documentation your adjuster needs. We can bill your carrier directly or work with your chosen public adjuster. You get a copy of the full file either way, and we explain what your policy likely covers before demolition.
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