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Fire Damage Clean Up in EAST IRVINE, California
Fire Damage Clean Up in EAST IRVINE, California starts with a phone call and a crew at your door. We handle fire cleanup in EAST IRVINE for kitchens, attics, garages, apartments, and commercial suites - soot removal, smoke odor neutralization, water extraction from suppression, and board-up. One team, one invoice, from first walkthrough to final air test.
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What's included
What's Included in Fire Damage Clean Up
Every fire cleanup job we run in EAST IRVINE includes the core scope below. Contents cleaning, furniture restoration, and full structural rebuild are quoted separately based on how much smoke and water exposure they had - we'll tell you upfront which items are worth restoring and which aren't.
Emergency Board-Up and Tarping
Windows, doors, and roof openings get boarded or tarped within hours of arrival. We photograph every opening for your insurance file and secure the structure so nobody walks in behind you.
Water Extraction and Drying
Suppression water comes out with truck-mount extraction. Air movers and dehumidifiers run 3 to 5 days with daily moisture logs. We don't pull equipment until the structure hits dry standard.
Soot and Debris Removal
Charred drywall, insulation, and framing come out first. Then HEPA vacuuming and chemical sponge cleaning on every surface. HVAC ductwork gets cleaned so the system doesn't re-seed the house.
Odor Neutralization
Hydroxyl generators for occupied spaces, thermal fogging for sealed cavities and attic spaces. We finish with encapsulant on exposed framing and a final sniff test with you present.
Insurance Documentation
Line-item Xactimate scope, room-by-room photos, moisture logs, and a contents inventory. Everything goes to your adjuster in the format they expect, and you get a copy of all of it.
Service overview
What Fire Damage Clean Up in EAST IRVINE, California Covers
Fire Damage Clean Up in EAST IRVINE, California is the physical removal and neutralization of everything a fire leaves behind - soot residue on walls and ceilings, charred structural framing, smoke damage in HVAC ducts, and the water damage from firefighting that soaks drywall and insulation within minutes. We test surfaces with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera before anything gets sealed or painted, because soot trapped under fresh primer bleeds back through in 60 to 90 days.
Most EAST IRVINE calls we run are kitchen grease fires, garage and EV-adjacent electrical fires, and attic fires that smolder in insulation for hours before anyone smells them. If you're searching for professional fire cleanup near me EAST IRVINE, the sequence matters more than the speed: stabilize, document, extract water, remove char, then deodorize. Skip a step and the smoke smell returns the first hot week of summer.
How we workWe verify the cause, compare realistic options, and confirm the repair before we leave.
The service timeline
How Our Fire Cleanup Process Works
The process flexes to the condition, but these checkpoints keep decisions clear.
Emergency Call & Board-Up
Call (833) 929-6186 and we roll 24/7. First priority is making the structure safe: shut off utilities if needed, board windows and doors, tarp the roof line. This usually happens within the first 2 to 4 hours on site. You get photos of every opening before we leave.
Inspection & Scope
We walk the property with a thermal imaging camera and moisture meter, mapping where heat traveled and where suppression water pooled. Soot residue gets tested for type - dry, wet, or protein - because each one cleans differently. You get a written scope and a price range the same day.
Water Extraction & Drying
Standing water comes out with truck-mount extraction, then we set air movers and dehumidifiers to pull moisture from framing, subfloor, and insulation. Expect 3 to 5 days of equipment run time. We check readings daily and adjust until the structure hits dry standard.
Soot & Debris Removal
Charred drywall, insulation, and lumber come out first. Then HEPA vacuuming on every surface, followed by chemical sponge cleaning on walls and ceilings. HVAC ductwork gets cleaned separately - otherwise every time the system kicks on, it re-seeds the house with soot.
Deodorize & Final Test
Hydroxyl generators run in occupied areas; thermal fogging hits wall cavities and attic spaces. We seal exposed framing with encapsulant, then do a final walkthrough with you. If you still smell smoke, we don't call it done.
Tools & methods
Tools and Methods We Use
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians, so the job is done accurately the first time.
Thermal Imaging Camera
Maps heat travel paths through walls and ceilings so we find hidden char and smoldering pockets the eye can't see.
Moisture Meter
Reads moisture content in drywall, framing, and subfloor after suppression water. We log daily readings until the structure hits dry standard.
HEPA Vacuum
Captures fine soot particles down to 0.3 microns. Used on every surface before wet cleaning so we don't smear residue deeper.
Hydroxyl Generator
Neutralizes smoke odor in occupied spaces. Safe to run while you're in the home, unlike ozone, which requires the space to be empty.
Ozone Generator
Used in unoccupied spaces for heavy odor loads. We seal the area, run the cycle, and ventilate before anyone re-enters.
Air Scrubber and Negative Air Machine
Keeps airborne soot contained during demolition and cleaning. Critical on multi-unit jobs where neighboring suites share air.
Dehumidifier and Air Mover
Dri-Eaz and Phoenix Restoration Equipment units pull moisture from framing and subfloor. Typical run time is 3 to 5 days.
Use cases
When to Call for Fire Damage Clean Up
These examples show how the service framework adapts rather than forcing every call through one repair.
Portola Springs Attic Fire
A recessed light in the upstairs hallway shorted and smoldered in the attic insulation for hours. By the time the homeowner smelled smoke, three bedrooms were hazy and the attic had 12 feet of burned insulation along the roof line. Two shingles were heat-damaged. → We removed and replaced 12 feet of burned insulation, treated the framing with encapsulant, replaced two roofing shingles, thermal fogged the attic cavity, and ran hydroxyl generators in the living space for 2 days. All three bedrooms passed the final sniff test. Scope came in at $9,400.
Irvine Spectrum Commercial Suite
An electrical fire in a second-floor office suite melted a panel box and pushed smoke into three neighboring units through shared ductwork. The building manager needed all four suites back in service fast, and the commercial carrier wanted documentation before approving anything. → We tested all four suites with thermal imaging, cleaned the two that got smoke but no flame, replaced the melted panel with a licensed electrician, cleaned all shared ductwork, and documented everything in Xactimate. All four suites were back in service on day 6. Claim approved without re-inspection.
Problems we solve
Fire Damage Problems We Solve in EAST IRVINE
Most fire damage isn't the flame - it's what the flame left behind. Here are the problems we get called for most often, and what happens when they're ignored.
Lingering smoke odor that returns weeks later
We pair hydroxyl generators for occupied spaces with thermal fogging solution for sealed cavities, then seal exposed framing with encapsulant. Most homes pass the sniff test on the first round; heavy protein fires sometimes need a second pass on cabinets.
Mold growth after fire suppression water sits
We extract standing water the same day, set air movers and dehumidifiers, and log daily moisture readings until the structure hits dry standard. Drying typically runs 3 to 5 days depending on how much drywall got wet.
Smoke damage in HVAC ducts re-contaminating the house
We clean ductwork with HEPA equipment and replace filters as part of every fire cleanup scope. It's a step most homeowners don't know to ask for, which is exactly why we include it by default.
Unsecured structure after the fire department leaves
We board and tarp within hours of arrival, photograph every opening, and hand you the documentation for your claim. Same-day board-up is standard on every emergency call in EAST IRVINE.
Pricing process
Fire Damage Clean Up Pricing in EAST IRVINE
$2,500 - $12,000 for a typical single-family home; most kitchen fires land at $4,500 - $7,500
Size of the fire
A contained stovetop fire is a different job than a fire that traveled into the wall cavity. Square footage of charred material drives the demolition and rebuild portion of the scope more than any other factor.
Smoke travel distance
Smoke follows heat and pressure. A fire in one room can push soot into every closet and duct in the house. The farther smoke traveled, the more surfaces need cleaning and the more ductwork needs treatment.
Water damage from suppression
A 10-minute hose line puts 100 to 300 gallons into your subfloor. Drying equipment run time, drywall replacement, and subfloor treatment all scale with how much water got in and how long it sat.
How much does fire damage clean up cost in EAST IRVINE California?
Typical 2026 pricing in EAST IRVINE runs $2,500 to $12,000 for a single-family home, with most kitchen fires landing near $4,500 to $7,500. Small contained fires with minimal smoke travel can come in under $2,000. Attic fires and jobs with significant water damage from suppression push higher because of drying equipment run time and drywall replacement. We give you a written range the same day we inspect.
Who does fire cleanup near me in EAST IRVINE?
Fire Damage Restoration East Irvine does - we're based here and cover every neighborhood from Irvine Spectrum to Portola Springs. Call (833) 929-6186 and we'll dispatch a supervisor, usually within 60 to 90 minutes. We handle board-up, water extraction, soot removal, and odor control with our own crew, so you're not waiting on a subcontractor chain.
What does fire damage cleanup include in EAST IRVINE?
It includes emergency board-up and tarping, water extraction and structural drying, removal of charred drywall and insulation, HEPA vacuuming and chemical sponge cleaning of soot residue, HVAC ductwork cleaning, and deodorization with hydroxyl generators and thermal fogging. We finish with encapsulant on exposed framing and a final walkthrough. Contents cleaning and furniture restoration are quoted separately based on how much smoke exposure they had.
How long does fire cleanup take in EAST IRVINE CA?
Stabilization and board-up happen the same day. Full cleanup on a typical kitchen fire runs 5 to 10 days; attic fires and jobs with heavy water damage take 2 to 3 weeks because drying alone eats 3 to 5 days. We give you a day-by-day schedule after the inspection so you can plan where you're staying and when you can move back in.
Related services
Related Services
Smoke Damage Restoration
Smoke travels farther than flame. We trace it through wall cavities and attic insulation, then neutralize it with hydroxyl and thermal fogging so your EAST IRVINE home doesn't smell like a campfire three months later.
Emergency Fire Damage Restoration
When the fire department just left and your windows are open to the street, we board up, tarp, and stabilize within hours. Emergency response in EAST IRVINE runs 24/7, including holidays.
Structural Repair After Fire
Charred framing, burned roof sheathing, and heat-damaged drywall need replacement, not paint. We rebuild to Irvine building code and pull the permits so your final inspection passes the first time.Ready when you are
Need Fire Damage Clean Up in EAST IRVINE, California?
Call (833) 929-6186 and a live dispatcher picks up - 24/7, including holidays. We board up, extract water, remove soot, and kill the smoke smell. Licensed, insured, and working to Irvine building code. One crew, one invoice, from first walkthrough to final air test.
Talk with the local team
Request Fire Damage Clean Up
Call (833) 929-6186 any hour of the day or night. A live dispatcher answers, takes your address, and sends a crew within 60 minutes anywhere in EAST IRVINE. If you prefer email, send photos and details to info@firedamagerestorationeastirvine.com and we will respond the same day.