Job completed for James O. - Summit, NJ - Fire Damage

Completion date: March 12, 2025

Location: Summit, NJ

Why did the customer contact us?

James reached out to PDQ Restoration after a large kitchen fire broke out in his Summit, NJ home. The fire started when an electrical malfunction in the oven caused a sudden ignition, quickly spreading to nearby cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Though the fire department responded swiftly, the flames had already caused extensive structural and smoke damage throughout the kitchen and adjacent areas. With blackened walls, charred debris, and heavy soot covering much of the first floor, James needed professional Fire Damage Restoration services to bring his home back to life.

Solutions provided:

PDQ Restoration arrived promptly at the Summit, NJ property to begin a detailed Fire Damage Assessment. The kitchen had suffered significant fire and heat damage, while smoke had spread to nearby rooms, coating surfaces with oily residue and leaving a strong, acrid odor. Our team immediately began Emergency Fire Restoration Services, removing all fire-damaged materials, including burned cabinetry, drywall, and flooring. We then performed comprehensive Smoke Damage Cleanup and Soot Removal, using specialized equipment like HEPA vacuums, dry chemical sponges, and ozone generators to purify the air and surfaces.

Because the fire had penetrated into wall cavities and the HVAC system, we conducted a deep cleaning of air ducts and treated all affected areas with odor-neutralizing agents. Structural components like beams and subflooring were inspected for heat damage and cleaned thoroughly. Throughout the process, our team worked side-by-side with James and his insurance provider to document the loss and streamline his Insurance Claims for Fire Damage. All salvageable items were carefully cleaned, restored, and stored off-site until repairs were complete.

Over the following weeks, PDQ Restoration restored James’s Summit, NJ kitchen from the studs up, ensuring every step met code and quality standards. Thanks to our complete Fire and Water Damage Repair process, the home is now clean, safe, and fully rebuilt. Summit, NJ homeowners can count on PDQ Restoration for expert-level response and compassionate care when disaster strikes—even after large-scale kitchen fires.

Team members on this project:

Leo Trinidad