Job completed for Melissa G.- Rockaway, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: February 8, 2026

Location: Rockaway, NJ

Solutions provided:

Melissa G. contacted PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration after a small but hazardous electrical outlet fire caused visible soot damage inside her Rockaway, NJ home. The fire originated from a malfunctioning outlet that overheated and ignited, producing concentrated smoke and heavy soot staining along the baseboard heater and surrounding wall surfaces. Although the flames were extinguished quickly, the Rockaway, NJ property experienced widespread smoke odor and fine soot particles that traveled beyond the immediate ignition point. Our technicians responded promptly to Rockaway, NJ to begin the Fire Restoration Process, conducting a detailed fire damage assessment and documenting all affected areas for the fire damage insurance claim. Soot residue was present on painted trim, hardwood flooring, and nearby structural components, requiring specialized fire damage cleaning techniques. The homeowner in Rockaway, NJ filed a fire damage insurance claim, and the fire damage and soot cleanup services were covered by insurance.

In Rockaway, NJ, the fire damage restoration included comprehensive soot removal, HEPA vacuuming, and deep cleaning of all impacted surfaces to eliminate acidic soot contamination. Smoke odor removal was performed using professional deodorization equipment to neutralize embedded smoke particles within porous building materials. Our crew completed duct system smoke removal to prevent lingering airborne contaminants from circulating throughout the Rockaway, NJ residence. Damaged drywall and insulation near the electrical source were evaluated and selectively removed to ensure no hidden fire damage remained. Detailed photo documentation and inventory reporting supported the Rockaway, NJ fire damage insurance claim process from start to finish. This Rockaway, NJ fire damage and soot cleanup project required precise surface restoration, odor neutralization, and thorough structural cleaning to return the home to a safe, pre-loss condition after the electrical fire incident.

Team members on this project:

Jerry Katz