Job completed for Michelle T. - Stirling, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: February 19, 2026

Location: Stirling, NJ

Solutions provided:

Michelle T. contacted PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration after a sudden kitchen fire caused extensive fire damage in her Stirling, NJ home. The fire began behind the stove due to an electrical wiring failure inside the wall cavity, igniting surrounding materials and spreading smoke damage throughout the kitchen and adjacent living areas in Stirling, NJ. Flames burned through the drywall above the range, leaving visible charring on wall studs and significant soot damage across the ceiling and upper cabinets in Stirling, NJ. Our team responded quickly to Stirling, NJ to perform emergency fire damage cleanup, secure the affected area with containment barriers, and begin the fire restoration process. The loss was covered by insurance, so we documented all structural fire damage, smoke-damaged drywall, and contents impact to assist with the fire damage insurance claim in Stirling, NJ. Immediate HEPA vacuuming and debris removal were conducted to address loose soot particles and stabilize the property before deeper cleaning began.

Once demolition of fire-damaged materials was completed, our Stirling, NJ fire damage restoration crew focused on thorough soot removal and smoke odor removal throughout the kitchen. Smoke-damaged drywall, insulation, and ceiling materials were carefully removed to eliminate lingering smoke contamination and prepare the space for reconstruction in Stirling, NJ. Air scrubbers with carbon filtration and negative air machines operated continuously to improve indoor air quality and capture airborne soot in the Stirling, NJ residence. Specialized cleaning solutions were applied to framing, subflooring, and remaining structural components to address embedded soot damage and prevent long-term staining. Duct system smoke removal was also recommended to prevent residual smoke odors from circulating through the HVAC system in Stirling, NJ. Through detailed fire cleanup, structural drying, and comprehensive smoke odor removal, the Stirling, NJ kitchen was fully stabilized and ready for the rebuild phase following the fire loss.

Team members on this project:

Chris Baresh