Smoke residue in the rest of the house
Residue goes where the air goes. We inspect adjoining rooms and recommend duct cleaning when the system ran during the fire.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Addison, IL
Stovetop fire or smoke damage in your Addison kitchen? We clean soot, remove smoke odor and rebuild what burned.
- Crews covering Addison ZIP 60101
- We stop the cause first, then dry, clean and rebuild
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Fire and smoke damage we restore in Addison kitchens
A small fire in the kitchen leaves three jobs behind: burned materials, soot on every surface and a smell that lingers in cabinets and drywall. We handle all three in Addison homes, from cleanup through new cabinets, paint and the range hood.
Burned or charred cabinets
Charring weakens wood and holds odor, so burned cabinets are replaced. Surrounding ones are judged one by one.
Smoke smell that won't go away
Smoke odor soaks into drywall, cabinet interiors and insulation. Cleaning surfaces alone often isn't enough; we clean the hidden areas and use odor treatment once the residue is gone.
Water and extinguisher residue
Extinguisher dust and firefighting water add their own cleanup. We handle both with the soot.
Discolored or scorched countertops
Laminate near the range may blister or scorch; stone and quartz may discolor or crack from heat. We clean what we can and replace what's damaged.
Melted outlets, wiring or switches
Heat near the range can damage outlets, switches and wiring. A licensed electrician checks the circuits before the kitchen is used again.
Appliances covered in soot
Most appliances away from the flames come back with cleaning. The ones next to it often need replacement.
Grease fire on the stovetop
Grease fires leave a sticky, dark film that ordinary cleaners smear. We use the right cleaning approach for that soot and replace what was charred.
From cleanup to rebuild
- AssessmentFirst we decide what can be cleaned and what has to be replaced.
- Electrical checkWe have heat-exposed wiring and outlets inspected before rebuilding.
- Protecting the rest of the houseUnaffected rooms are closed off and floors covered so soot isn't tracked through.
- Soot cleaningDry soot sponges, HEPA vacuums and the right cleaners for grease or protein residue on every surface.
- Cabinet interiors and contentsInside the cabinets and drawers, shelves are cleaned since smoke gets in behind closed doors.
- Odor removalRemaining smoke odor is treated once the residue is gone.
- Sealing and paintingWalls and ceilings get a stain- and odor-blocking primer, then paint.
Methods and equipment
Replacement cabinets and hoodNew cabinets matched to the existing kitchen where possible, plus a new range hood.
Degreasing cleanersCleaners suited to oily grease-fire residue on cabinets and walls.
Odor treatment equipmentDeodorization equipment used once residue has been removed.
Dry soot spongesThe first pass on ceilings and walls, so residue isn't smeared.
Odor-sealing primerShellac-based or similar sealers that block stains and smoke odor before paint.
Before and after: kitchens near Addison
Problem
Fixed
DetailAddison kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen fire & smoke restoration
A 1990s two-story colonial in Addison, a typical kitchen for Addison. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The main complaint was a grease fire that scorched the upper cabinets. Finished kitchen: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. On site this meant assessment, protecting the rest of the house, plus odor removal.
Before
AfterKitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Itasca
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near The Ranchettes, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and two hanging glass pendants. The reason for the call: a grease fire that scorched the upper cabinets. The result: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. On site this meant assessment, soot cleaning, plus sealing and painting.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Itasca →
Before
AfterGlendale Heights kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen fire & smoke restoration
The site: a 1980s two-story in Glendale Heights. The kitchen as it was: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and a brass chandelier over the nook. The reason for the call: a grease fire that scorched the upper cabinets. Finished kitchen: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. The job covered protecting the rest of the house, cabinet interiors and contents, plus sealing and painting.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Glendale Heights →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar bi-level, Addison
What changed: cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →
Before
AfterAddison kitchen, postwar bi-level: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Addison →What happens after you call
- Call us after the fire is outOnce the fire department has cleared the house, call us and we'll tell you how fast we can be there.
- Assess and protectWe separate burned from smoke-damaged, check the electrical and contain the area.
- Clean and deodorizeBurned materials come out, soot is cleaned and odor is treated.
- RebuildNew cabinets, hood, paint and finishes put the kitchen back together.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration questions from Addison homeowners
Do I need a board-up after a kitchen fire?
Board-up is for securing openings after bigger fires. A stovetop fire typically doesn't need it.
Should cabinets be cleaned or replaced after a fire?
Burned means replace; soot-covered usually means clean. We go cabinet by cabinet.
Is it safe to use the kitchen after a small fire?
Not until the electrical near the stove and the range itself have been checked. Gas appliances should be checked too.
Can a kitchen with fire damage be repaired?
Yes, most kitchen fires are contained to the stove area. Burned cabinets and the hood are replaced, and the rest is cleaned, sealed and repainted.
What should I do if I have a kitchen fire?
General safety guidance: smother a stovetop grease fire with a lid, never water, and call 911 if it isn't quickly out. Call us once the fire department says it's safe.
Addison building permit for kitchen fire and smoke restoration: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building & Zoning), phone (630) 693-7530. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for kitchen fire and smoke restoration in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60101
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Addison
Kitchen Water Damage RestorationLeaks stopped, water extracted, cabinets and floors dried and rebuilt.
Kitchen Mold RemediationMoisture source fixed, mold contained and removed, kitchen rebuilt.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.