Job completed for Mario G. - Flanders, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: May 19, 2025

Location: Flanders, NJ

Solutions provided:

Mario G., owner of a local restaurant in Flanders, suffered major fire damage after a commercial kitchen appliance malfunctioned, igniting a blaze that quickly spread through the cooking area. The fire, which originated from an overheated fryer, resulted in extensive soot damage, smoke odor, and fire-charring to the stainless steel surfaces, ventilation hood, and surrounding cabinetry. PDQ’s fire restoration team responded immediately to the Flanders location to perform emergency board-up and begin the fire restoration process. The team removed smoke-damaged drywall, cleaned soot from non-porous surfaces, and deployed HEPA air scrubbers to neutralize airborne smoke particulates throughout the restaurant.

Kitchen fire damage in commercial properties like this Flanders restaurant requires expert fire restoration and smoke odor removal to ensure a safe and sanitary environment. PDQ’s technicians performed deep cleaning of all kitchen appliances and ductwork to remove grease-laden smoke deposits. Smoke-damaged ceiling tiles and insulation were replaced, and thermal fogging was used to eliminate persistent odors in the dining area. The fire damage restoration included documentation for the insurance claim, which covered the loss and ensured minimal downtime for the business. This incident in Flanders highlights the critical need for professional fire damage cleanup and fire prevention measures in high-risk kitchen environments.

Team members on this project:

Chris Baresh, Leo Trinidad