After the Fire Department Leaves,
We Arrive.
Comprehensive fire and smoke damage restoration. From emergency board-up to full rebuild, we restore your home after a fire with care and professionalism.
Keeping Raleigh & surrounding areas protected since 2009.
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We can help with your insurance claim
Homeowners insurance covers fire damage in nearly every case. We can handle the documentation and coordinate with your adjuster so you can focus on your family while we focus on your home.
Why StaDry?
- ✓Immediate emergency response — Board-up, tarping, and securing your property quickly
- ✓Insurance documentation support — We document everything and can coordinate with your carrier from day one
- ✓Complete restoration — not just cleanup — Smoke removal, water extraction, structural repair, and full rebuild under one roof
- ✓17 years restoring homes — We've rebuilt after everything from kitchen fires to total losses
- ✓Content cleaning and pack-out — We save what can be saved — furniture, clothing, documents, electronics
We know this is stressful. Let's get your home protected.
(984) 789-2834How It Works
Emergency response and securing
We board up openings, tarp the roof, and secure your property to prevent further damage and theft.
Assessment and planning
We document every detail of the damage, develop a complete restoration plan, and can work directly with your insurance adjuster.
Restoration and rebuild
Smoke and soot removal, water extraction, structural repairs, content cleaning, and full rebuild until your home is restored.
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Services
Emergency Board-Up & Securing
Immediate protection — boarding windows, tarping roofs, and securing the property against weather and theft
Smoke & Soot Removal
Specialized cleaning of walls, ceilings, and surfaces to remove smoke residue, staining, and carcinogenic soot
Water Extraction
Fire suppression soaks your home — we extract all standing water and begin structural drying immediately
Structural Assessment & Repair
Licensed evaluation of load-bearing elements, framing, roofing, and foundation with full structural rebuild
Content Cleaning & Pack-Out
Professional cleaning, deodorizing, and storage of salvageable belongings — furniture, clothing, documents, electronics
Odor Removal & Deodorization
Industrial ozone treatments, thermal fogging, and hydroxyl generators eliminate smoke odor permanently
Smoke Damage: The Hidden Threat After a Fire
Even areas untouched by flames suffer smoke damage. Smoke residue is acidic and corrosive — it permanently damages surfaces, electronics, and fabrics if not treated quickly. Smoke odor penetrates deep into walls, insulation, and HVAC systems.
What Smoke Damages
- •Walls and ceilings — smoke residue stains and eats into paint and drywall
- •HVAC systems — smoke particles circulate through ductwork, spreading contamination
- •Electronics — corrosive soot shorts circuits and degrades components
- •Fabrics and clothing — smoke odor bonds to fibers and requires professional treatment
- •Kitchen and plumbing — acidic residue corrodes metal fixtures and appliances
Our Smoke Removal Process
- 1.Assessment — identify all smoke-affected areas, including hidden spaces behind walls and in attics
- 2.Soot removal — specialized dry and wet cleaning techniques for every surface type
- 3.HVAC cleaning — full duct and system cleaning to stop smoke recirculation
- 4.Odor elimination — ozone, thermal fogging, and hydroxyl generators for permanent odor removal
- 5.Sealing — encapsulant coatings on affected surfaces to lock in any residual odor
Fire Damage Creates a Chain Reaction
Fire suppression introduces thousands of gallons of water. That water damage leads to mold if not dried properly. We handle the entire chain — fire, smoke, water, mold, and rebuild — under one roof, one point of contact.
Fire & Smoke
Structural damage, soot, odor
Water Damage
From hoses and sprinklers
Mold Risk
Starts within 24-48 hours
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Questions
Does insurance cover fire damage?
Yes — fire damage is covered under virtually all homeowners policies. Your policy covers structural repairs, content replacement, smoke damage, and often additional living expenses while your home is being restored. We can help navigate the entire claims process.
How long does fire damage restoration take?
It depends on the extent of the damage. A kitchen fire might take 2-4 weeks. Significant structural damage can take 3-6 months for a full rebuild. We give you a detailed timeline after our initial assessment and keep you updated every step of the way.
Can smoke damage be removed from my belongings?
Many items can be professionally cleaned and restored — furniture, clothing, documents, and electronics. We assess every item, clean what can be saved using specialized techniques, and document items that need to be replaced for your insurance claim.
Why is there water damage after a fire?
Fire suppression — both fire department hoses and sprinkler systems — introduces thousands of gallons of water into your home. This water damage needs immediate attention to prevent mold growth, which can start within 24-48 hours.
What should I do right after a fire?
Stay out of the building until the fire department clears it. Don't turn on electronics or HVAC. Call your insurance company, then call us. We'll secure the property, start documentation, and begin restoration. The faster we start, the more we can save.
Let's restore your home together.
Free damage assessment. We'll secure your property and start restoration. You focus on your family.
Call (984) 789-2834