Job completed for Anthony D. - Riverdale, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: February 17, 2026

Location: Riverdale, NJ

Solutions provided:

Anthony D. reached out to PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration after a sudden kitchen fire caused extensive fire damage inside his Riverdale, NJ home. The fire is believed to have started from unattended cooking, resulting in flames that spread to the wall cavity and ceiling framing, leaving heavy soot damage and thick smoke contamination throughout the living space in Riverdale, NJ. When our team arrived in Riverdale, NJ, we performed emergency board-up services and secured compromised windows to prevent further exposure to the elements. The fire restoration process began with a full damage assessment, documentation for fire damage insurance claims, and coordination with the homeowner’s insurance carrier, as the loss was covered by insurance. Significant charring was visible on structural studs, and smoke-damaged drywall, insulation, and ceiling boards required careful removal. Advanced HEPA vacuuming, debris removal, and detailed hand-cleaning were performed to address stubborn soot damage embedded in wood framing and masonry surfaces throughout the Riverdale, NJ property.

Following demolition and fire cleanup, our Riverdale, NJ fire damage restoration crew implemented smoke odor removal treatments and duct system smoke removal to eliminate lingering airborne contaminants. Air scrubbers and negative air machines operated continuously in Riverdale, NJ to improve indoor air quality and capture microscopic soot particles. The brick fireplace and surrounding wall cavity showed concentrated heat and smoke damage, requiring specialized cleaning agents and sealing techniques to restore structural integrity. Burned insulation was removed and replaced, and all affected framing was treated to prepare for reconstruction in Riverdale, NJ. Throughout the project, moisture readings and structural evaluations were documented to support the approved fire damage insurance claim and ensure code-compliant repairs. By combining emergency fire restoration services, soot damage remediation, structural cleaning, and complete smoke odor removal, the Riverdale, NJ home was stabilized and prepared for full rebuild after the fire loss.

Team members on this project:

Leo Trinidad