Fire Damage Restoration in Miami Beach, FL

Quick answer

After a fire in Miami Beach, stay out until the fire department says it is safe, avoid touching soot covered items, photograph the damage and call your insurer. Then call (833) 917-4160 to reach a local restoration company that covers Miami Beach.

Fire damage in Miami Beach

Miami Beach is in Miami-Dade County, Florida with roughly 81,000 residents. We currently connect callers in 7 ZIP codes here, including 33109, 33119, 33139. Miami Beach is a larger community, so fire and smoke damage can involve apartments, condos, restaurants and offices as well as houses. Smoke and water can pass between units, which is why multi unit losses often need coordinated cleanup.

County: Miami-Dade County
ZIP codes covered: 7
Time zone: Eastern Time
Population: roughly 81,000
Nearest covered cities: Key Biscayne (7 mi), Miami (8 mi), Coral Gables (10 mi)

What affects fire damage around Miami Beach

Frequent thunderstorms and lightning, brush fires in dry seasons and generator and electrical use after storms all contribute to fire risk. Smoke from brush or wildland fires can reach parts of Florida in dry seasons.

Generators and extension cords after storms raise fire and carbon monoxide risk.
Lanais, garages and outdoor kitchens add fire risk from grills and storage.
Frequent thunderstorms bring lightning and power surges.

Fire damage services near Miami Beach

Emergency Fire Damage Cleanup: The first days after the fire department leaves: securing the property, removing debris and stopping further damage.
Smoke and Soot Removal: Professional cleaning of soot, ash and smoke residue from walls, ceilings, contents and HVAC systems.
Fire and Water Damage Restoration: Drying and cleanup for the water left behind by fire hoses and sprinklers, handled together with the fire damage.
Board Up and Roof Tarping After a Fire: Temporary protection for broken windows, doors and burned roofs so weather, animals and trespassers stay out.
Kitchen Fire Damage Restoration: Cleanup for cooking fires: grease and protein residue, cabinets, appliances and smoke that spread to the rest of the home.

Not sure what you need? Read what to do after a house fire or call and describe what happened.

After a fire in Miami Beach: what to do first

Safety first. Get everyone out, call 911 if the fire is still burning and wait for the fire department to clear the building.
Get the fire report. Ask the responding department for the incident number. In Miami Beach that may be a city, county or district agency.
Call your insurer. Report the loss, ask what they need and keep a log of every call.
Document and protect. Photograph each room, avoid touching soot covered items and arrange board up if windows or the roof are open.
Call a restoration company. Call (833) 917-4160 so a local crew can start cleanup before soot and moisture set in.

ZIP codes covered in Miami Beach

33109331193313933140331413315433239

Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: Key Biscayne (about 7 miles), Miami (about 8 miles), Coral Gables (about 10 miles), North Miami Beach (about 10 miles), Hialeah (about 12 miles).

Other places we cover in Miami-Dade County: Miami, Hialeah, Homestead, Opa Locka, Coral Gables, Key Biscayne, Miami Gardens, North Miami Beach.

See fire damage help across all of Florida, browse the Florida ZIP code list, or read about filing a fire damage insurance claim.

Questions about fire damage in Miami Beach

Who does the work in Miami Beach?

An independent local restoration company that covers Miami Beach and sets its own pricing. Fire Damage Restoration USA is a referral service. We connect your call and the company explains its process and cost before work begins.

How fast can a crew reach Miami Beach?

It depends on your exact location, the time of day, weather and how busy providers are. Give your ZIP code and nearest cross streets when you call, and say whether the fire department has cleared the building so the right crew can be lined up.

Does homeowners insurance in Florida cover fire damage?

Many standard policies cover fire, smoke and the water used to put out a fire, and some cover living expenses while the home is unlivable. Limits and deductibles vary, so read your policy and ask your insurer before deciding how to proceed.

Do you cover areas near Miami Beach?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as Key Biscayne, Miami, Coral Gables. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

How do I get the fire report for a fire in Miami Beach?

Ask the fire department that responded. In some places that is a city department, and in others a county, district or volunteer department. Ask for the incident number, since your insurer will want it.

Is it safe to stay in my Miami Beach home after a fire?

Often not right away. Damaged utilities, soot, structural problems and poor air can make a fire damaged home unsafe. Ask the fire department when you can enter and ask the restoration company about air quality and the condition of the building.

Do you help businesses in Miami Beach?

Yes. Callers include homeowners, renters, landlords, property managers and business owners. Tell the operator it is a commercial property and whether you need to reopen quickly.