Appliances covered in soot
We clean the outside of the fridge and dishwasher; the range and hood near the fire are evaluated separately.
Serving Bloomingdale & nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Bloomingdale, IL
Stovetop fire or smoke damage in your Bloomingdale kitchen? We clean soot, remove smoke odor and rebuild what burned.
- Crews covering Bloomingdale ZIP 60108
- We stop the cause first, then dry, clean and rebuild
- Photos and notes you can share with your insurer
Fire and smoke damage we restore in Bloomingdale kitchens
Most kitchen fires start on the stovetop and stay small, but the soot and smoke travel much farther than the flames. In Bloomingdale we clean the residue off ceilings, cabinets and walls, deal with the odor and replace what actually burned.
Smoke smell that won't go away
If the kitchen still smells weeks later, residue is left somewhere, often inside cabinets, the hood ductwork or wall cavities. We find it and remove it.
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.
Yellowed walls and protein residue
If walls look slightly yellow and the smell is strong after a burned pot, it's protein residue. We remove it and repaint.
Black soot on the ceiling and upper cabinets
Ceilings and cabinet tops catch most of the smoke. We clean, prime and paint so stains don't bleed through.
Discolored or scorched countertops
Heat-damaged countertop sections are replaced; soot-stained ones are often cleaned.
Water and extinguisher residue
Dry chemical extinguisher powder spreads everywhere and can be corrosive. We clean it from surfaces, appliances and inside cabinets.
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.
What the restoration covers
- Electrical checkCircuits near the fire are checked by a licensed electrician before power is relied on in the kitchen.
- Protecting the rest of the houseWe keep the cleanup contained to the affected area.
- Removing burned materialsEverything that burned comes out first.
- Soot cleaningDry soot sponges, HEPA vacuums and the right cleaners for grease or protein residue on every surface.
- Odor removalRemaining smoke odor is treated once the residue is gone.
- Sealing and paintingWe seal cleaned surfaces so stains and smell don't come back through the paint.
- RebuildWe replace what was removed and put the kitchen back into use.
Tools of the job
HEPA vacuums and air scrubbersFiltration that keeps loose particles from spreading.
Dry soot spongesChemical sponges that lift dry soot before any wet cleaning.
Odor treatment equipmentDeodorization equipment used once residue has been removed.
Replacement cabinets and hoodMatching boxes and doors for the burned section and a new ventilation hood.
Degreasing cleanersProducts made for sticky soot from cooking oil.
What the work looks like in Bloomingdale homes
Problem
Fixed
DetailA Bloomingdale two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Old Town Bloomingdale. What we started with: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. 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. Work included protecting the rest of the house, soot cleaning, plus sealing and painting.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Glendale Heights
A 1980s two-story in Glendale Heights, a typical kitchen for Glendale Heights. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and a brass chandelier over the nook. What bothered the owners most: 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 electrical check, soot cleaning, plus rebuild.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Glendale Heights →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bloomingdale
Finished: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterBloomingdale kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterCabinet Refacing in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bloomingdale
New flat slab doors with a thin edge in white uppers and deep green lowers on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Bloomingdale →Step by step after damage
- 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 deodorizeWe remove residue from every surface and treat the remaining smell.
- RebuildNew cabinets, hood, paint and finishes put the kitchen back together.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration questions from Bloomingdale homeowners
How do I get a fire report in Bloomingdale?
Contact the fire department that responded; they can tell you how to request the incident report. Your insurer may ask for it.
How long does fire restoration take?
Cleanup is relatively quick; replacing cabinets, counters and the hood takes longer. We give you a schedule after the assessment.
What should I do if I have a kitchen fire?
Cover a pan fire with a lid, turn off the heat and don't move the pan. Water spreads grease fires. If it grows, get everyone out and call 911.
Should cabinets be cleaned or replaced after a fire?
Burned means replace; soot-covered usually means clean. We go cabinet by cabinet.
What affects the cost of fire and smoke restoration?
Cleaning a smoky kitchen costs less than replacing burned cabinets and the hood. The scope drives the price, in writing.
What is the Bloomingdale building department phone number?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Department, phone (630) 671-5660. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Who inspects kitchen hoods and fire safety in Bloomingdale?
Bloomingdale Fire Protection District No. We schedule the inspection and have the paperwork ready.
Do you work in my part of Bloomingdale?
Yes. Our crews work across Bloomingdale, including Old Town Bloomingdale — ZIP 60108 — and nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream.
Working in Bloomingdale
- A lot of Bloomingdale kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bloomingdale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
Old Town Bloomingdale
ZIP 60108
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Bloomingdale
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.