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.
Serving Naperville & nearby Lisle, Warrenville
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Naperville, IL
Stovetop fire or smoke damage in your Naperville kitchen? We clean soot, remove smoke odor and rebuild what burned.
- Crews covering Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- 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 Naperville kitchens
Most kitchen fires start on the stovetop and stay small, but the soot and smoke travel much farther than the flames. In Naperville we clean the residue off ceilings, cabinets and walls, deal with the odor and replace what actually burned.
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.
Appliances covered in soot
Soot on stainless steel and enamel can usually be cleaned. Appliances that were exposed to heat or have damaged controls are checked or replaced.
Burned or charred cabinets
Cabinets with scorched faces or charred wood are replaced. Neighboring cabinets with only soot can often be cleaned and refinished to match.
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.
Melted outlets, wiring or switches
Any electrical device near a fire gets checked. Damaged wiring is replaced by an electrician before rebuilding.
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.
Discolored or scorched countertops
Counters next to a burner fire can be stained by soot or damaged by heat. We tell you which is which.
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.
- 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 contentsWe clean cabinet interiors, not just the fronts.
- Odor removalAfter cleaning, odor treatment like thermal fogging or ozone or hydroxyl equipment is used when needed, with the house unoccupied where the method requires.
- Sealing and paintingWalls and ceilings get a stain- and odor-blocking primer, then paint.
Methods and equipment
Odor treatment equipmentDeodorization equipment used once residue has been removed.
Replacement cabinets and hoodNew cabinets matched to the existing kitchen where possible, plus a new range hood.
Odor-sealing primerShellac-based or similar sealers that block stains and smoke odor before paint.
Degreasing cleanersCleaners suited to oily grease-fire residue on cabinets and walls.
HEPA vacuums and air scrubbersEquipment to capture fine soot from surfaces and the air during cleanup.
Before and after: kitchens near Naperville
Problem
Fixed
DetailA Naperville 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Naperville. 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. 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 sealing and painting.
Before
AfterKitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in a 1980s two-story, Lisle
A 1980s two-story near The Meadows, a typical kitchen for Lisle. Before: 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: 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 electrical check, protecting the rest of the house, plus soot cleaning.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Lisle →
Before
AfterBolingbrook kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen fire & smoke restoration
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Heritage Creek. Before: 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 assessment, soot cleaning, plus cabinet interiors and contents.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration in Bolingbrook →
Before
AfterA Naperville two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Naperville →
Before
AfterA Naperville 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Naperville →How restoration goes
- Call us after the fire is outWhen it's safe to go back in, call; we'll give you a realistic arrival time.
- 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 Naperville homeowners
Can a kitchen with fire damage be repaired?
Usually. Small and medium kitchen fires are repaired, not gutted.
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.
Does insurance cover kitchen fire damage?
That's between you and your insurance company. We provide photos, a written scope and meet with the adjuster if you want.
Can I clean smoke damage myself?
Use dry soot sponges first, not water. If the soot is widespread or the smell persists, it's a professional job.
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 Naperville building department phone number?
Permits go through Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits, phone (630) 420-6100, Option 2. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Which Naperville office signs off on hood work?
Naperville Fire Dept Community Risk Reduction Division, 1380 Aurora Ave. We schedule the inspection and have the paperwork ready.
Do I need a permit for kitchen fire and smoke restoration in Naperville?
It depends on the scope. Naperville's rule in short: Remodeling such as kitchens requires a permit, as do electrical work (minor repairs and low-voltage excepted), plumbing pipe/fixture installation or rearrangement, and structural changes. We handle the permit when one is needed with Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits.
Do you work in my part of Naperville?
Yes. Our crews work across Naperville, including Downtown Naperville, Highlands, Tamarack — ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565 — and nearby Lisle, Warrenville, Bolingbrook.
Working in Naperville
- A lot of Naperville kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Naperville homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Naperville Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Downtown NapervilleHighlandsTamarack
ZIP 60540ZIP 60563ZIP 60564ZIP 60565
Kitchen Fire & Smoke Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Naperville
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.