Fire Damage Restoration in Lewiston, ME

Quick answer

If the fire department has cleared your Lewiston property, call (833) 917-4160 and tell the operator your ZIP code and what happened. A local company can protect the building, start cleanup and help with insurance paperwork.

Fire damage in Lewiston

We list 3 ZIP codes for Lewiston in Androscoggin County. Lewiston is a mid sized community, so providers often cover several neighboring towns. Houses, rentals and small businesses all call us, and smoke and water can still travel between connected spaces.

County: Androscoggin County
ZIP codes covered: 3
Time zone: Eastern Time
Population: roughly 38,000
Nearest covered cities: Auburn (1 mi), Greene (4 mi), Minot (6 mi)

What affects fire damage around Lewiston

Long heating seasons, older homes with chimneys and wood stoves and dense housing where fire can spread between buildings are common across the region.

Close set buildings can let fire and smoke spread between properties.
Cold snaps lead to space heater and extension cord use.
Older homes and multi family buildings can have aging wiring and shared attics.

Fire damage services near Lewiston

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.
Kitchen Fire Damage Restoration: Cleanup for cooking fires: grease and protein residue, cabinets, appliances and smoke that spread to the rest of the home.
Wildfire Smoke Damage Cleanup: Cleaning ash and smoke residue from homes affected by wildfire smoke, even when the flames never reached the property.
Contents Cleaning and Pack Out: Inventory, cleaning and storage of furniture, clothing, electronics and keepsakes while the building is restored.

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

After a fire in Lewiston: 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 Lewiston 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 Lewiston

042400424104243

Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: Auburn (about 1 miles), Greene (about 4 miles), Minot (about 6 miles), Turner (about 6 miles), West Minot (about 7 miles).

Other places we cover in Androscoggin County: Auburn, Danville, Durham, East Livermore, East Poland, Greene, Leeds, Lisbon and 11 more.

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

Questions about fire damage in Lewiston

Who does the work in Lewiston?

An independent local restoration company that covers Lewiston 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 Lewiston?

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 Maine 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 Lewiston?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as Auburn, Greene, Minot. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

Can smoke odor be removed from a home in Lewiston?

In most cases yes, but the residue has to be cleaned first. Deodorizing without cleaning usually fails because the source is still on surfaces and inside materials. A company may use methods such as thermal fogging, hydroxyl treatment or air scrubbing.

Do you help businesses in Lewiston?

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.

Is it safe to stay in my Lewiston 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.