Job completed for Denise L. - Hamburg, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: September 6, 2025

Location: Hamburg, NJ

Solutions provided:

Homeowner Denise L. in Hamburg, NJ experienced serious fire damage when a fireplace blaze in the living room grew out of control, igniting nearby furniture and causing extensive smoke and soot contamination throughout the home. Flames were quickly contained by emergency services, but not before significant fire damage occurred to the walls, ceiling, and hardwood flooring in the living room. PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration responded immediately, performing an emergency board-up and initiating the fire restoration process. Fire-damaged materials, including smoke-damaged drywall and scorched framing, were removed to begin structural recovery. HEPA-filtered air scrubbers and hydroxyl generators were deployed throughout the Hamburg home to manage indoor air quality and eliminate lingering smoke odor.

The Hamburg fire damage cleanup also involved deep soot removal from adjacent rooms, as airborne particles had spread beyond the initial fire zone. Contents within the affected area were cataloged and removed for off-site cleaning or disposal as needed. HVAC duct system smoke removal was performed to ensure no recontamination occurred post-restoration. The fire damage restoration was covered by the homeowner's insurance policy, allowing for seamless coordination of demolition, cleanup, and rebuilding efforts. This Hamburg, NJ incident serves as a critical reminder of the speed at which a fireplace mishap can lead to widespread fire and smoke damage requiring immediate professional containment and restoration.

Team members on this project:

Lance Caffrey