EmergencyAugust 15, 2026
What to Do in the First 24 Hours After a House Fire in Atlanta
The fire is out, but the next 24 hours decide how much you save. Here's exactly what to do — and what not to touch — step by step.
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24/7 Emergency Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration
Fire Damage Restoration in Atlanta, GA
The fire is out. The damage isn't. Our Atlanta crews respond around the clock — board-up, smoke and soot removal, water extraction, odor elimination, and full rebuild — and we handle your insurance claim from first call to move-back-in.
- On-site fast, 24/7 — after Atlanta Fire Rescue clears the scene
- Smoke, soot, water & odor removed — then full rebuild
- We document and bill your insurance directly
4.9(127+ reviews)IICRC-Certified · Licensed & Insured
4.9/5 rating127+ homeowner reviews
24/7 EmergencyLive answer, real ETA
Licensed & InsuredIICRC-certified in GA
Insurance HandledWe bill your carrier
What we do
Complete fire & smoke damage services in Atlanta
From the first emergency call to the final coat of paint, we cover every stage of fire recovery. Explore the service you need.
Core Restoration
Fire Damage Restoration
Complete recovery after a house fire: emergency response, smoke and soot removal, structural drying, and full reconstruction.
Learn moreSmoke Damage Cleanup
Smoke residue removed from walls, ceilings, HVAC, and contents — before it etches surfaces and sets odor permanently.
Learn moreSoot Removal
Dry and oily soot cleaned from walls, ceilings, brick, and fixtures with surface-specific methods that never smear or set stains.
Learn moreFire Damage Reconstruction
Framing, roofing, drywall, flooring, and full reconstruction to bring your Atlanta home back to pre-fire condition.
Learn moreSmoke Odor Removal
Thermal fogging, ozone, and hydroxyl treatment reach odor trapped deep in walls, insulation, and fabrics for permanent results.
Learn moreContent Cleaning & Pack-Out
We inventory, pack out, clean, deodorize, and securely store furniture, clothing, documents, and electronics off-site.
Learn more24/7 Emergency Services
24/7 Emergency Fire Damage Response
Live-answer emergency dispatch around the clock. We mobilize fast once Atlanta Fire Rescue clears the scene.
Learn moreEmergency Board-Up & Tarping
Plywood board-up of windows and doors, roof tarping, and temporary fencing to protect your property and your claim.
Learn moreFire Suppression Water Extraction
High-volume extraction, industrial structural drying, and moisture monitoring to stop mold before it starts.
Learn moreEmergency Smoke Cleanup
Rapid containment and cleanup to stop smoke and soot from migrating into rooms the fire never reached.
Learn moreKitchen Fire Emergency Cleanup
Specialized cleanup for grease soot, hard-to-see protein smoke residue, and the odor a kitchen fire leaves behind.
Learn moreProperty Type & Insurance
Electrical Fire Damage Repair
Restoration after wiring, panel, and knob-and-tube fires — common in Atlanta's pre-war bungalows and mid-century ranches.
Learn moreApartment & Condo Fire Restoration
Coordinated restoration for unit owners, HOAs, and property managers — including smoke migration across shared walls and attics.
Learn moreCommercial Fire Damage Restoration
Fast-track restoration for offices, retail, and restaurants — scoped to minimize downtime and get you reopened.
Learn moreFire Damage Insurance Claims
We photograph and scope every loss, submit itemized estimates, and bill your insurer directly so nothing is missed.
Learn moreWhy Fire Damage Atlanta
A calm, capable team when you need one most
After a fire you shouldn't have to become an expert overnight. Here's what you get when you call us.
Live answer, 24/7
Call any hour and reach a real responder — not a voicemail tree. We give you a true ETA and dispatch right away.
One team, start to finish
From emergency board-up to the final rebuild, one crew handles everything — no handoffs, no finger-pointing.
We handle your insurance
We document the loss, build an itemized scope, talk to your adjuster, and bill your carrier directly.
IICRC-certified & insured
Trained fire and smoke restoration technicians, fully licensed and insured in Georgia.
Based in Downtown Atlanta
We work from 191 Peachtree St NE, so crews reach most of the metro fast.
Honest, written estimates
A clear, itemized scope before any work begins — never a vague lump sum or a pressured decision.
How it works
From your first call to move-back-in
Fire restoration is a sequence of stages. Here's the path we follow to bring your home back.
- 1
Call & dispatch
You call (866) 688-0301 and reach a live person — we get the details and give you a real arrival time, 24/7.
- 2
Assess & secure
We check structural safety, document every room for your insurance claim before cleanup, and board up or tarp to stop further damage.
- 3
Clean & restore
We extract firefighting water before it molds within 24–48 hours, remove soot before it etches surfaces, and neutralize odor at the source.
- 4
Rebuild & move back
We rebuild to pre-fire condition and complete a final safety check — one team from board-up to the last coat of paint.
Do this first
What to do in the first hours after a fire
The steps you take tonight decide how much of your home and belongings can be saved. Here's what helps — and what quietly makes it worse.
Call your insurer and a restoration company right away — soot starts setting within hours.
Don't wipe or touch soot-covered surfaces. Wiping smears residue and sets stains for good.
Turn off your HVAC so it stops pulling smoke and soot through the whole house.
Photograph and video every room — closets included — before any cleanup begins.
Don't re-enter until the structure is checked. Fire weakens framing you can't see.
Treat firefighting water as urgent — it can trigger mold within 24 to 48 hours.
Insurance, handled
We deal with your insurance so you don't have to
For most families, the insurance side is scarier than the fire. It shouldn't be. We document every loss, build an itemized scope your carrier will recognize, talk to your adjuster, and bill your insurer directly — so your claim reflects the full damage, not just what's obvious at first glance.
The single most important thing you can do is document everything before cleanup begins — once soot is wiped or water is extracted, the evidence changes. We photograph and inventory it all first, then get to work. Need a hand with the claim itself? See our fire damage insurance claim help.
- Direct communication with your insurance adjuster
- Full photo and video documentation before cleanup begins
- Itemized estimates built to match your carrier's requirements
- Direct billing to your insurer where your policy allows
Straight talk on cost
What fire damage restoration costs in Atlanta
Most companies won't put a number on it. Here's an honest range — and exactly what moves it.
$3,500–$85,700
Typical Atlanta range for fire damage restoration
~$44,600
Average Atlanta fire restoration project
$2,000–$6,000
Typical local soot removal
Ranges based on Angi cost data for Atlanta, GA. Your estimate is always free, written, and itemized — never a vague lump sum.
Extent of fire & structural damage. Charred framing and structural repairs cost more than surface soot cleanup.
Firefighting water damage. Water extraction and structural drying add cost — and prevent far pricier mold.
Size of the affected area. Per-square-foot pricing scales with how far smoke, soot, and water traveled.
Contents & odor treatment. Pack-out, cleaning, and thermal-fog or ozone deodorization are scoped to what's salvageable.
Reconstruction scope. Rebuilding is the biggest driver — labor alone is 50–70% of a typical restoration bill.
Want the full breakdown? Read our guide to fire damage restoration cost in Atlanta, or get a free estimate for fire damage restoration.
Locally owned & operated
Atlanta neighbors who show up when it matters
We're a Downtown Atlanta restoration company that treats every fire like it happened to our own family. We know the metro's older bungalows and high-rise condos, its ice storms and its lightning, and we know how stressful the days after a fire really are.
- Based at 191 Peachtree St NE — fast response across metro Atlanta
- IICRC-certified technicians, licensed & insured in Georgia
- We work directly with your insurance carrier
Where we work
Serving Atlanta & the surrounding metro
From intown neighborhoods to Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Clayton and Gwinnett suburbs — find your area.
Atlanta Neighborhoods
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Cities & Suburbs
Reviews
What Atlanta homeowners say
4.9from 127+ reviews
A grease fire took out our kitchen at 11pm and someone answered the phone on the first ring. A crew was tarping and boarding within a couple hours. They walked us through the whole insurance side — I didn't have to fight with the adjuster once.
MWMarcus WhitfieldKitchen fire · Grant Park, Atlanta
The fire was in one bedroom but soot ended up in rooms we never expected. They mapped the whole condo, cleaned the shared-attic side too, and got the smell out completely. You'd never know it happened.
DODanielle OseiSmoke & soot cleanup · Sandy Springs, GA
Our 1920s bungalow near the Square had an electrical fire. These folks understood old homes — they saved the original trim they could and rebuilt the rest to match. Honest estimate, no surprises.
RCRobert CallahanFull restoration · Decatur, GA
Smoke from a unit two floors down filled our place. They coordinated with the building, handled the odor treatment, and documented everything for the HOA claim. Professional from start to finish.
PNPriya NairHigh-rise condo · Midtown Atlanta
After the fire trucks left, the house was soaked. They had water extractors running that night and dried everything before mold could start. Genuinely fast when it counted most.
JEJames EtheridgeBoard-up & water extraction · East Point, GA
I thought we'd lost my grandmother's furniture and all our clothes. Their pack-out team inventoried everything, cleaned it off-site, and brought it back looking better than before. That meant the world to us.
TBTanya BrooksContent pack-out · Buckhead, Atlanta
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Read articleFind us / reach us
Based in Downtown Atlanta, on call 24/7
Whether it's 2 PM or 2 AM, one call starts your recovery. Reach a live responder now, or request a free estimate and we'll call you right back.
Address
191 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone (24/7)
(866) 688-0301
Email
dispatch@firedamage-atlanta.com
Hours
Open 24 hours — 7 days a week
FAQ
Fire damage questions, answered
How fast can you respond to a fire in Atlanta?
We answer live 24/7 and dispatch a crew as soon as Atlanta Fire Rescue clears the scene. When you call (866) 688-0301, we give you a real ETA — not a vague "soon" — from our Downtown Atlanta base at 191 Peachtree St NE. Fast response matters: soot begins setting within hours and firefighting water can trigger mold in 24–48 hours.
Do you work directly with my insurance company?
Yes. We document all fire, smoke, soot, and water damage with photos and video, build an itemized scope that matches insurer requirements, communicate with your adjuster, and bill your carrier directly where applicable. You don't have to become an insurance expert overnight — we handle the paperwork so you can focus on your family.
Is my home safe to enter after a fire?
Not always. Fire can weaken framing, flooring, and load-bearing walls even where they look intact, and lingering smoke affects air quality. Do not re-enter until the structure has been assessed for safety. Our first step on site is a structural and safety evaluation before any cleanup begins.
What should I do immediately after a fire?
Call your insurer and a restoration company right away. Do not touch or wipe soot-covered surfaces — wiping smears residue and sets stains permanently. Turn off the HVAC so it stops circulating smoke and soot, and document all damage with photos and video before any cleanup begins. Then call (866) 688-0301 and we'll take it from there.
Can my belongings be saved after smoke and soot damage?
Many items you assume are lost can be restored. Through content cleaning and pack-out, we inventory, clean, and deodorize furniture, clothing, documents, photos, and electronics off-site, then store them securely until your home is ready. We tell you honestly what can be saved and what can't.
Will the smoke odor come back after cleanup?
Not when odor is treated at the source. Surface cleaning alone can't reach odor trapped in porous materials, so we use professional methods — thermal fogging, ozone, and hydroxyl treatment — that neutralize odor in walls, insulation, and fabrics rather than masking it, and we verify results before you move back in.
How much does fire damage restoration cost in Atlanta?
It depends on the extent of fire, smoke, soot, and water damage and the size of the affected area. In Atlanta, fire damage restoration averages around $44,600 and can range from roughly $3,500 to $85,700, with local soot removal often $2,000–$6,000. We provide a free, written, itemized estimate — never a vague lump sum.
What areas around Atlanta do you serve?
We serve the City of Atlanta and its intown neighborhoods plus Fulton and DeKalb County communities and the surrounding metro — including Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Decatur, Smyrna, East Point, College Park, Marietta, Roswell, and dozens more. If you're in metro Atlanta, call (866) 688-0301 and we'll confirm coverage and an ETA.
What's the difference between fire, smoke, and soot damage?
They're three different problems that need three different fixes. Fire damage is structural — burned materials, weakened framing, and destroyed surfaces. Smoke damage is the residue and odor smoke leaves as it travels through the home, often into rooms the fire never reached. Soot is the acidic residue that settles on surfaces and etches them if it isn't removed correctly. A proper assessment maps all three before any cleanup begins.
How soon can my family move back in after a fire?
It depends on the extent of the damage and the restoration scope, so we give you a realistic timeline after we assess the home — not a vague guess. Before anyone moves back, we complete a final inspection to confirm the structure is safe, the moisture levels are dry, the soot is gone, and the smoke odor is fully neutralized at the source, then we walk the home with you.
24/7 Emergency Response
Fire or smoke damage? Don't wait — every hour counts.
Call now for a live responder and a real ETA. Serving Atlanta and the surrounding metro, open 24 hours — 7 days a week.
IICRC-certified · Licensed & insured in Georgia · We handle your insurance claim