Job completed for Daniel C. - Sussex, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: August 29, 2025

Location: Sussex, NJ

Solutions provided:

Homeowner Daniel C. in Sussex, NJ experienced extensive fire damage after a fireplace fire grew out of control and spread up to the ceiling of a large open-concept living room and foyer. Flames ignited nearby structural components, scorching wall studs and charring exposed beams in the vaulted ceiling. PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration responded with emergency board-up services and began the fire restoration process by removing smoke-damaged drywall and performing a structural integrity assessment. The Sussex fire damage restoration also included heavy soot removal and the deployment of HEPA air scrubbers and hydroxyl generators to neutralize thick smoke odors lingering in the high ceilings and open spaces.

This fireplace fire in Sussex, NJ caused both visible fire damage and widespread smoke contamination throughout the open floor plan, affecting adjacent rooms and the HVAC system. Smoke odor removal was performed using thermal fogging and deep cleaning of porous materials, while duct system smoke removal was essential to eliminate recirculating contaminants. All fire restoration procedures were documented for the homeowner’s insurance claim, which fully covered demolition, deodorization, and structural repairs. This Sussex fire damage case underscores the dangers of fireplace misuse and the complexity of restoring large, open interior spaces after a structural fire event.

Team members on this project:

David Rebolledo