Fire & Smoke Restoration – Chicagoland
When fire strikes, every hour matters. Statewide Restoration responds fast to secure your property, assess structural damage, and begin the restoration process. We serve residential and commercial property owners across Will, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Grundy, Kankakee, and Kendall counties.
What We Do
Fire damage is rarely just about the burn zone. Smoke and soot travel throughout a structure, heat warps materials far beyond the visible flames, and water from firefighting efforts creates secondary damage. Our team is trained to identify and address all of it.
- Emergency Response: We respond quickly to secure your property with board-up, tarping, and perimeter protection to prevent further damage and unauthorized entry.
- Damage Assessment: A full structural assessment documents every affected area – roof, walls, framing, electrical, HVAC, and contents – for both repair planning and insurance purposes.
- Smoke & Soot Removal: We clean and treat all surfaces affected by smoke and soot, including areas beyond the immediate fire zone.
- Structural Restoration: From framing and drywall to roofing and exterior – we rebuild what was damaged to pre-loss condition or better.
- Insurance Claim Management: We work directly with your insurance company and handle the entire claim process on your behalf.
The Statewide Adjusters Advantage
Most fire victims don’t realize they have the right to have someone represent them in the insurance claim process – someone who works for them, not the insurance company. Our affiliated company, Statewide Adjusters, is a licensed Public Adjuster firm that provides exactly that service.
Statewide Adjusters operates independently from Statewide Restoration. This separation is intentional and important – it means your claim advocate has no conflict of interest. Their only job is to maximize your insurance settlement. Our job is to restore your property. Together, you get the best of both.
Residential & Commercial Fire Restoration
We handle fire restoration for single-family homes, multi-unit residential properties, retail buildings, office buildings, and commercial facilities of all sizes. Large-loss commercial claims are a specialty – we have the capacity and insurance claim expertise to manage complex projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I call my insurance company or a contractor first?
Call a contractor first. When you call your insurer first, they send their own adjuster. When you work with us first, you get an independent assessment before the insurance company’s adjuster arrives – which means a more complete and accurate claim.
How long does fire restoration take?
It depends on the extent of damage. Minor fire damage can be restored in weeks; significant structural damage may take several months. We give you a realistic timeline after the initial assessment.
Will my insurance cover full restoration?
Most homeowners and commercial policies cover fire damage. Whether you receive full replacement cost or depreciated value depends on your policy type. Statewide Adjusters, our affiliated licensed PA firm, can review your policy and fight for the maximum payout you’re entitled to – independent of the restoration work.
Contact us for a free assessment. We serve Will, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Grundy, Kankakee, and Kendall counties. Available for emergency response.