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Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration

HazRestore provides fire & smoke damage restoration across the UK, 24 hours a day, discreetly and to a clinical standard, with every job fully insured and all hazardous waste removed under licence.

24/7 rapid responseAnswered and mobilised any hour, same day for emergencies.
Insured & accreditedCHAS, SMAS, RoSPA, SafeContractor and CSSA accredited, fully insured.
DBS-checked & discreetBackground-checked technicians, unmarked vehicles on request.
Overview

What is fire & smoke damage restoration?

Fire and smoke damage restoration is the removal of soot, smoke residue and lingering odour after a fire, and the restoration of the property so it is safe to use again.

Soot, smoke residue and lingering odour removed after a fire, and the property restored so it is safe to use again. It is part of HazRestore's restoration services, carried out by trained, DBS-checked technicians to a clinical standard.

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Soot is made of fine particles and chemical residues, spreads far, and smears when wiped, so it needs careful removal.
When it is needed

When do you need fire & smoke damage restoration?

This service is needed after a fire of any size, where soot and smoke have contaminated a property and the smell and residue must be removed before it can be reoccupied.

Whether you are a family member, a landlord, a letting agent, a business or a public body, HazRestore attends discreetly, makes the property safe again, and can deal with insurers on your behalf.

Our process

What does HazRestore's fire & smoke damage restoration process involve?

HazRestore follows a four-stage process for fire & smoke damage restoration, from a single call through to verified safe reuse, containing the hazard, decontaminating the area, and removing all waste under licence.

  1. 1
    You call, day or nightA trained coordinator answers at any hour, records the situation and location, and gives you a realistic time for a team to reach you.
  2. 2
    We attend and assessTechnicians arrive in unmarked vehicles, assess the contamination, and agree the plan with you before work begins.
  3. 3
    We contain and cleanThe affected area is contained, decontaminated and disinfected to a clinical standard, with any odour treated at source.
  4. 4
    We dispose and verifyAll hazardous waste is removed under licence (EA carrier CBDU34585), and the property is checked and returned to safe use.
Cost

How much does fire & smoke damage restoration cost?

Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration typically costs £1,000 to £6,000. This is an indicative range to confirm at survey, not a fixed price, because the cost depends on the size of the affected area, the level of contamination, access and the volume of waste.

Many of these jobs are covered by household or commercial insurance. HazRestore can speak to your insurer and, in most cases, bill the claim directly so you are not left out of pocket.

Reviews

What do customers say?

HazRestore is delivered by the specialist cleaning team at our parent company, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 65 reviews on Trustpilot.

4.4 / 5

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 65 reviews on Trustpilot, for our parent company, the specialist cleaning team behind HazRestore.

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Why us

Why choose HazRestore for fire & smoke damage restoration?

People choose HazRestore for fire & smoke damage restoration because it combines a 24 hour response with clinical decontamination standards, licensed waste disposal and discreet, unmarked attendance, backed by recognised accreditation.

HazRestore is CHAS, SMAS, RoSPA, SafeContractor and CSSA accredited, DBS-checked, fully insured, and an Environment Agency registered waste carrier (CBDU34585).

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Coverage

Where does HazRestore provide fire & smoke damage restoration?

HazRestore provides fire & smoke damage restoration across England, Scotland and Wales, with local response from more than fifty city regions, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Cardiff.

See all areas we cover to find your nearest hub.

FAQ

Common questions about fire & smoke damage restoration

Is fire & smoke damage restoration available 24/7?

Yes. HazRestore provides fire & smoke damage restoration 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and aims to attend the same day, often within a few hours for genuine emergencies.

How much does fire & smoke damage restoration cost?

Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration typically costs £1,000 to £6,000. These are indicative ranges confirmed at survey, and many jobs are covered by insurance, which HazRestore can bill directly.

Will fire & smoke damage restoration be carried out discreetly?

Yes. HazRestore attends in unmarked vehicles on request and works sensitively and to a clinical standard on every job.

How is the waste disposed of?

All clinical and hazardous waste is removed under HazRestore's Environment Agency waste carrier registration (CBDU34585), with the paperwork handled for you.

Need fire & smoke damage restoration?

Call any hour and speak to someone who understands the situation. HazRestore attends discreetly and can deal with landlords or insurers on your behalf.