Discolored or scorched countertops
Heat-damaged countertop sections are replaced; soot-stained ones are often cleaned.
Serving Geneva & nearby Batavia, St. Charles
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Geneva, IL
Stovetop fire or smoke damage in your Geneva kitchen? We clean soot, remove smoke odor and rebuild what burned.
- Serving Geneva ZIP 60134, 60510
- Containment so the damage doesn't spread
- One team from cleanup to rebuild
Fire and smoke damage we restore in Geneva kitchens
After a grease fire, the cabinets above the range may be charred while the rest of the kitchen is coated in a greasy film you can smell for weeks. Our Geneva crew sorts out what can be cleaned and what has to be replaced, then does both.
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.
Appliances covered in soot
Most appliances away from the flames come back with cleaning. The ones next to it often need replacement.
Water and extinguisher residue
If the fire department put the fire out, water may be under cabinets and floors too. We dry that along with the smoke cleanup.
Grease fire on the stovetop
A pan fire can scorch the cabinets and hood above the range and spray greasy soot across the room. We remove the burned parts and clean the rest with methods meant for oily residue.
Burned or charred cabinets
Charring weakens wood and holds odor, so burned cabinets are replaced. Surrounding ones are judged one by one.
Damaged range hood or microwave above the range
After a fire, the range hood and its duct need attention. We replace the hood and clean or replace the duct run.
Smoke smell that won't go away
Lingering smoke smell means residue is still in the room. Masking sprays don't fix it; cleaning and deodorizing do.
What we handle after the damage
- AssessmentWe walk the kitchen and nearby rooms to separate burned materials from soot-covered ones.
- Electrical checkCircuits near the fire are checked by a licensed electrician before power is relied on in the kitchen.
- Removing burned materialsCharred cabinets, the hood, damaged drywall and countertop sections are removed.
- Soot cleaningDry soot sponges, HEPA vacuums and the right cleaners for grease or protein residue on every surface.
- Cabinet interiors and contentsWe clean cabinet interiors, not just the fronts.
- Sealing and paintingWalls and ceilings get a stain- and odor-blocking primer, then paint.
- RebuildNew cabinets, hood, counters, drywall and fixtures are installed to match or update the kitchen.
Methods and equipment
Dry soot spongesChemical sponges that lift dry soot before any wet cleaning.
Replacement cabinets and hoodMatching boxes and doors for the burned section and a new ventilation hood.
Odor-sealing primerShellac-based or similar sealers that block stains and smoke odor before paint.
Degreasing cleanersProducts made for sticky soot from cooking oil.
Odor treatment equipmentDeodorization equipment used once residue has been removed.
Kitchens like yours in Geneva: before and after
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DetailGeneva kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen fire & smoke restoration
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Mill Creek. The kitchen as it was: 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. After: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. On site this meant removing burned materials, soot cleaning, plus sealing and painting.
Before
AfterBatavia kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen fire & smoke restoration
A 1980s two-story in Batavia, a typical kitchen for Batavia. 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. What bothered the owners most: smoke-blackened wood cabinets above the range. Finished kitchen: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. Work included assessment, electrical check, plus soot cleaning.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Batavia →
Before
AfterGeneva kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
Finished: cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Geneva →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Geneva
Finished: the same doors sprayed in cream uppers and walnut-stained lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Geneva →
Before
AfterCabinet Refacing in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Geneva
What changed: new five-piece shaker doors in sage green on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Geneva →How restoration goes
- 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.
- RebuildWe replace what burned and repaint so the kitchen is usable again.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration questions from Geneva homeowners
How do you get rid of smoke smell after a kitchen fire?
Cleaning comes before odor treatment. Sprays mask it; removing soot and sealing surfaces solve it.
Do I need a board-up after a kitchen fire?
Not usually for a small fire contained to the kitchen. Board-up is for broken windows, doors or openings, and we'll tell you if you need it.
Can a kitchen with fire damage be repaired?
In most cases, yes. We replace what burned and restore the smoke-damaged parts.
Should cabinets be cleaned or replaced after a fire?
Charred or heat-warped cabinets are replaced. Those with only soot can often be cleaned and refinished.
What should I do if I have a kitchen fire?
For a grease fire, turn off the burner and smother it with a lid or baking sheet; never use water. If it isn't out right away, leave and call 911.
What is the Geneva building department phone number?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Division (Building Division), 109 James St., phone 630-262-0280. 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 Geneva?
It depends on the scope. Geneva's rule in short: A building permit is required before any construction or alteration; separate Kitchen Remodel permit form exists. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building & Zoning Division (Building Division), 109 James St..
Do you work in my part of Geneva?
Yes. Our crews work across Geneva, including Mill Creek — ZIP 60134, 60510 — and nearby Batavia, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Geneva
- A lot of Geneva kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Geneva homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Geneva Historic District and designated Historic Landmarks? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Geneva
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.