Smoke damage in a condo unit
A fire in one unit can leave residue next door. We focus on the kitchen we're hired for and record what we see beyond it.
Serving Itasca & nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Itasca, IL
Stovetop fire or smoke damage in your Itasca kitchen? We clean soot, remove smoke odor and rebuild what burned.
- Crews covering Itasca ZIP 60143
- 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 Itasca 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 Itasca homes, from cleanup through new cabinets, paint and the range hood.
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.
Smoke residue in the rest of the house
Even a small fire can leave a film in the dining room and hallway. We look at the adjoining areas, not just the stove wall.
Yellowed walls and protein residue
Burned food leaves a different kind of residue than a grease fire: less visible, stronger odor. We clean it and seal the surfaces.
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.
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.
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.
Water and extinguisher residue
Extinguisher dust and firefighting water add their own cleanup. We handle both with the soot.
What the restoration covers
- AssessmentWe walk the kitchen and nearby rooms to separate burned materials from soot-covered ones.
- Protecting the rest of the houseUnaffected rooms are closed off and floors covered so soot isn't tracked through.
- 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.
- Cabinet interiors and contentsWe clean cabinet interiors, not just the fronts.
- 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.
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 equipmentThermal foggers, ozone or hydroxyl units used after cleaning when odor remains.
Replacement cabinets and hoodNew cabinets matched to the existing kitchen where possible, plus a new range hood.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration before and after — Itasca homes
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DetailKitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in a 1980s two-story, Itasca
A 1980s two-story near Walnut Street downtown, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and two hanging glass pendants. What bothered the owners most: smoke-blackened wood cabinets above the range. The result: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. The job covered assessment, removing burned materials, plus soot cleaning.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wood Dale
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wood Dale. 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 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 protecting the rest of the house, removing burned materials, plus rebuild.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterAn Elk Grove Village 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elk Grove Village. Before: 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. After: the ceiling cleaned, sealed and repainted, new upper cabinets and a new range hood above the stove. The job covered removing burned materials, cabinet interiors and contents, plus sealing and painting.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Itasca
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Itasca
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Itasca →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 protectA walkthrough, photos for your insurer and protection for the rest of the house.
- Clean and deodorizeWe remove residue from every surface and treat the remaining smell.
- RebuildWe replace what burned and repaint so the kitchen is usable again.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration questions from Itasca homeowners
Can a kitchen with fire damage be repaired?
Usually. Small and medium kitchen fires are repaired, not gutted.
Does insurance cover kitchen fire damage?
Check your policy. We don't decide coverage; we provide the documentation and estimate.
Can I clean smoke damage myself?
Small spots, maybe. Large areas, ceilings and smell need equipment and the right cleaners.
What affects the cost of fire and smoke restoration?
Soot type, area affected and rebuilding are the main factors. You get a line-item estimate.
How do you get rid of smoke smell after a kitchen fire?
Remove the residue first: clean every surface, inside cabinets and the hood duct. Then treat what's left with deodorizing equipment and seal walls before painting.
Itasca building permit for kitchen fire and smoke restoration: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building Division), phone (630) 773-5568. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Can you do kitchen fire and smoke restoration in an Itasca condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do you work in my part of Itasca?
Yes. Our crews work across Itasca, including North Side, South Side, Nordic Park, The Ranchettes — ZIP 60143 — and nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Itasca
- A lot of Itasca kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- Live in the Itasca Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
North SideSouth SideNordic ParkThe RanchettesItasca Historical DistrictWalnut Street downtown
ZIP 60143
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Itasca
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.