Fire Damage Restoration in Houston, TX

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 Houston can then secure the property and explain how soot, smoke and water cleanup will work.

Fire damage in Houston

We list 178 ZIP codes for Houston in Harris County. Houston 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: Harris County
ZIP codes covered: 178
Time zone: Central Time
Nearest covered cities: North Houston (3 mi), Bellaire (3 mi), Galena Park (11 mi)

What affects fire damage around Houston

Texas is large and varied. Dry regions face grass and brush fires, storms bring lightning, and long hot summers keep air conditioning and electrical systems working hard. Smoke from brush or wildland fires can reach parts of Texas in dry seasons.

Winter cold snaps push heaters and fireplaces into heavy use in homes that are not used to it.
Thunderstorms bring lightning and power surges across much of the state.
Long hot summers keep air conditioners and wiring under heavy load.

Fire damage services near Houston

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.
Wildfire Smoke Damage Cleanup: Cleaning ash and smoke residue from homes affected by wildfire smoke, even when the flames never reached the property.
Commercial Fire Damage Restoration: Fire and smoke restoration for offices, restaurants, retail, apartments and other commercial properties.
Fire and Water Damage Restoration: Drying and cleanup for the water left behind by fire hoses and sprinklers, handled together with the fire damage.

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

After a fire in Houston: 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 Houston 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 Houston

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Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: North Houston (about 3 miles), Bellaire (about 3 miles), Galena Park (about 11 miles), Alief (about 12 miles), South Houston (about 15 miles).

Other places we cover in Harris County: Spring, Pasadena, Katy, Baytown, Humble, Cypress, Kingwood, Bellaire and 16 more.

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

Questions about fire damage in Houston

Who does the work in Houston?

An independent local restoration company that covers Houston 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 Houston?

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 Texas 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 Houston?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as North Houston, Bellaire, Galena Park. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

What about wildfire smoke in Houston?

Smoke and ash can enter a building even when flames stay away. Replace HVAC filters, clean ash with a HEPA vacuum and damp cloths while wearing an N95 respirator, and call a company if odor or residue persists.

Is it safe to stay in my Houston 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 Houston?

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.