Job completed for Michael R. - Blairstown, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: December 3, 2025

Location: Blairstown, NJ

Solutions provided:

Michael R. contacted PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration for a fire damage cleanup at his home in Blairstown after a sudden kitchen fire caused extensive smoke and soot damage throughout the property. The loss was traced to an electrical equipment fire behind a kitchen appliance, which ignited surrounding materials and filled the home with heavy smoke. The fire department extinguished the flames quickly, but the incident left fire-damaged cabinetry, smoke-damaged drywall, and widespread soot contamination. Our team responded with emergency board-up services and a full fire damage assessment to stabilize the Blairstown residence. Soot damage and smoke residue were found in adjacent rooms and within the HVAC system, requiring detailed duct system smoke removal. The fire damage restoration process in Blairstown was approved through the homeowner’s fire damage insurance claim, allowing work to proceed without delay.

Fire restoration work in Blairstown included removal of fire-damaged materials, detailed soot cleanup, and professional smoke odor removal to address lingering combustion odors. Technicians performed HEPA vacuuming, wet and dry cleaning methods, and cleaning of smoke-affected structural surfaces to reduce long-term corrosion. Smoke-damaged drywall and insulation were evaluated and removed where necessary to prevent odor reoccurrence. The HVAC system received complete duct system smoke removal to ensure safe indoor air quality for the Blairstown property. Throughout the project, documentation was maintained to support the fire damage insurance claim and confirm proper restoration steps. The fire damage cleanup in Blairstown concluded with a final inspection to ensure the home was safe, clean, and ready for reconstruction.

Team members on this project:

Eric Elrod