Job completed for Melissa J. - Stanhope, NJ- Fire Damage

Completion date: June 2, 2026

Location: Stanhope, NJ

Solutions provided:

Melissa J. experienced devastating fire damage at her home in Stanhope, NJ after a kitchen fire caused extensive structural damage and filled the residence with heavy smoke and soot. The fire severely damaged the kitchen cabinetry, appliances, countertops, walls, ceilings, and surrounding structural components before it was extinguished. The homeowner's fire damage insurance claim covered the restoration work, allowing emergency fire damage cleanup to begin immediately in Stanhope, NJ. Restoration technicians performed a comprehensive damage assessment, removed fire-damaged materials, and began the Fire Restoration Process to stabilize the property and prevent additional damage from acidic soot residue. Emergency demolition, soot damage cleanup, smoke-damaged drywall removal, smoke odor removal, and HEPA vacuuming were completed to address the extensive fire and smoke contamination. Every phase of the fire damage restoration project in Stanhope, NJ focused on restoring the property safely while preparing the home for reconstruction.

The attached photo shows the kitchen after the fire, illustrating the severe level of destruction that required comprehensive fire damage restoration in Stanhope, NJ. PDQ Restoration technicians removed charred cabinetry, burned structural materials, smoke-damaged insulation, and other unsalvageable debris while cleaning salvageable framing and surrounding building components. Advanced smoke odor removal techniques, HEPA air scrubbers, thermal fogging, and specialized soot cleaning products were used throughout the home to eliminate smoke contamination and improve indoor air quality. Fire-damaged drywall, ceiling assemblies, and structural framing were thoroughly documented and cleaned as part of the insured restoration process. Throughout the project in Stanhope, NJ, technicians followed industry standards for fire damage cleanup, smoke damage restoration, soot removal, structural cleaning, and fire damage insurance documentation. Once the emergency mitigation and cleanup were completed, the Stanhope, NJ home was stabilized, deodorized, and fully prepared for the reconstruction phase of the fire restoration process.

Team members on this project:

Jerry Katz

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