Fire & smoke damage · Emergency service
Fire & Smoke Damage in Reno, NV
Fire damage restoration covers securing the property, removing water from firefighting, cleaning soot from surfaces and contents, removing smoke odor, and rebuilding what burned. Smoke spreads far beyond the flames, so most of the work is cleaning.
Fire & Smoke Damage in Reno: local conditions
Partner coverage for fire and smoke damage in Reno currently includes 18 ZIP codes: 89501, 89502, 89503, 89505, 89506, 89507, 89508, 89509, 89510, 89511, 89512, 89519, 89521, 89523, 89533, 89557, 89595, 89599. If your ZIP is on this list, a call connects you with a company that serves it.
Summer wildfires in the Sierra send smoke into Reno homes. Summer storms and spring snowmelt flood low streets and creeks.
The Old Southwest has older homes with basements and aging plumbing, while South Meadows and northwest Reno have newer homes. Many homes in the Old Southwest have mature trees that drop limbs on roofs during winter storms.
Licensing in Nevada: Nevada requires contractors to be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board. Check the license on the board's website.
What you can expect
- One call connects you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP code.
- Fast call-back during business hours
- Serving Reno, NV
- Photo and moisture documentation for insurance
Fire & Smoke Damage at a glance
- Category
- Fire & smoke damage
- Emergency service
- Yes, call for fastest response
- Typical first step
- Secure the property
- Area
- Reno, NV
Other risks in Reno
Truckee River flooding
The Truckee River flooded downtown Reno in 1997 and rose again in 2017.
Frozen pipes
Cold winter nights freeze pipes in exterior walls and crawlspaces.
Hard water
Mineral-rich water wears on water heaters and fixtures.
Wind damage
Strong Sierra winds, known locally as Washoe Zephyrs, damage roofs and fences, letting water into homes.
Signs you need fire & smoke damage
- Black or gray film on walls, ceilings and windows
- Smoke odor that returns on warm or humid days
- Water damage from firefighting
How the work is done
Secure the property, then Remove water, then Clean soot and smoke, then Remove odor, then Restore and rebuild. See the full fire & smoke damage process.
What affects the cost
Prices depend on the job, so restoration companies in Reno quote after an assessment. The main drivers are how much area is affected, how long it stayed wet, and what has to be removed or rebuilt. See the full list of fire & smoke damage cost factors.
Fire & Smoke Damage questions
Do I need a permit for repairs in Reno?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the City of Reno Building and Safety, or Washoe County for unincorporated addresses.
How do I verify a Nevada contractor?
Search the Nevada State Contractors Board license lookup.
Can I clean soot myself?
Light dry soot in a small area sometimes can be, but wiping often smears it deeper. Larger areas, oily soot and anything involving odor are best left to professionals with the right cleaning methods.
Does homeowners insurance cover smoke damage from a wildfire?
Usually yes, even if the fire didn't reach your home. Document the damage, including ash and odor, and report it to your insurer quickly.
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Related services
Fire damage restoration
Fire damage restoration secures the property, removes debris, cleans soot from surfaces and contents, removes smoke odor, dries water left by firefighting, and repairs the structure.
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Smoke odor removal
Smoke odor removal works by cleaning the residue that causes the smell, then neutralizing what's left with thermal fogging, hydroxyl generators or ozone, and sealing surfaces that still hold odor.
Learn moreSoot cleanup
Soot cleanup removes the oily or dry carbon residue left by fire, furnace puffbacks or candles, using dry chemical sponges and HEPA vacuums before any wet cleaning.
Learn moreWater, mold or fire damage? Get the right crew on it.
One call connects you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP code. Fast call-back during business hours.