Job completed for Theresa D. - Whitehouse, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: July 21, 2025

Location: Whitehouse, NJ

Solutions provided:

When a pot of oil ignited on the stovetop in the kitchen of Whitehouse, NJ homeowner Theresa D., the resulting fire caused widespread smoke and soot damage throughout the entire home. Although the flames were quickly contained, the smoke traveled through the HVAC system and into adjacent rooms, leaving heavy soot deposits on ceilings, walls, and soft furnishings. PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration performed an emergency response, beginning with containment, air scrubbing, and soot removal from the fire-damaged kitchen. The fire damage restoration in Whitehouse, NJ included smoke odor removal, cleaning of ductwork, and restoration of smoke-damaged drywall and cabinetry. The homeowner’s fire damage insurance policy covered the cleanup and repair process.

During the Whitehouse, NJ fire restoration project, technicians used HEPA-filtered vacuums, dry sponges, and thermal fogging to remove soot and smoke odors from every affected surface. The HVAC system was professionally cleaned to eliminate lingering contamination and restore safe indoor air quality. Cabinets and appliances near the stove sustained heat and smoke damage and were either restored or replaced. The fire-damaged drywall and insulation were removed and replaced to ensure full remediation. This Whitehouse, NJ kitchen fire demonstrates how even a small oil fire can result in extensive smoke damage requiring comprehensive fire restoration procedures.