Job completed for Alyssa K. - Mendham, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: August 24, 2025

Location: Mendham, NJ

Solutions provided:

Alyssa K. experienced a small-scale but hazardous fire damage event in her Mendham, NJ home when an attic exhaust fan caught fire due to an electrical malfunction. The fire was quickly contained but produced heavy smoke and minor charring to nearby rafters and insulation. In Mendham, NJ, even minimal attic fire damage requires professional assessment, as smoke and soot can permeate the ceiling cavities, ductwork, and insulation. The fire was extinguished before spreading beyond the attic, and the damage was deemed a covered loss under the homeowner’s insurance, which included both fire cleanup and smoke odor removal.

The fire restoration process in Mendham, NJ began with a thorough inspection of attic framing, electrical components, and insulation for hidden hotspots and structural compromise. Technicians performed soot removal, HEPA vacuuming, and surface cleaning on charred wood areas using dry chemical sponges and odor-neutralizing agents. The attic's smoke-damaged insulation was removed and replaced, and smoke odor removal was completed using ozone treatments and thermal fogging. Although the damage was limited, the job in Mendham, NJ required careful handling of electrical fire residues, smoke infiltration, and the full documentation necessary for a fire damage insurance claim. These types of incidents underscore the importance of early intervention in attic fire scenarios, even when physical damage appears minor.

Team members on this project:

David Rebolledo