Fire Damage Restoration in Bristol, RI

Quick answer

Make sure everyone is out and safe, wait for the fire department to clear the building, take photos, call your insurer and call (833) 917-4160. A local company that covers Bristol can then secure the property and explain how soot, smoke and water cleanup will work.

Fire damage in Bristol

Bristol is in Bristol County, Rhode Island. We currently connect callers in 1 ZIP code here, 02809. Bristol is a smaller community, where fire response may come from a municipal, county or volunteer department. That can affect who holds your fire report, so ask the responding agency for the incident number early.

County: Bristol County
ZIP codes covered: 1
Time zone: Eastern Time
Nearest covered cities: Prudence Island (2 mi), Warren (3 mi), Barrington (5 mi)

What affects fire damage around Bristol

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

Long heating seasons put furnaces, wood stoves and chimneys to work.
Cold snaps lead to space heater and extension cord use.
Close set buildings can let fire and smoke spread between properties.

Fire damage services near Bristol

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.
Fire and Water Damage Restoration: Drying and cleanup for the water left behind by fire hoses and sprinklers, handled together with the fire damage.
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 Bristol: 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 Bristol 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 Bristol

02809

Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: Prudence Island (about 2 miles), Warren (about 3 miles), Barrington (about 5 miles), Swansea (about 5 miles), Tiverton (about 6 miles).

Other places we cover in Bristol County: Barrington, Warren.

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

Questions about fire damage in Bristol

Who does the work in Bristol?

An independent local restoration company that covers Bristol 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 Bristol?

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 Rhode Island 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 Bristol?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as Prudence Island, Warren, Barrington. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

How do I check a contractor in Rhode Island?

Licensing rules differ by state and city. Ask the company whether a license is required for this work where you live, request the license number and proof of liability insurance, and confirm both with your Rhode Island or local licensing office. Ask whether technicians hold IICRC fire and smoke training.

Do you help businesses in Bristol?

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.

How do I get the fire report for a fire in Bristol?

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.