Fire Damage Restoration in Phoenix — 24/7/365 Fire, Smoke & Soot Cleanup
House fire cleanup. Apartment fire restoration. Commercial fire and smoke damage repair. Kowalski handles every phase — emergency board-up, soot removal, smoke odor remediation, contents and textile restoration, and full structural rebuild — direct billed to your insurance company. Family owned in Phoenix since 1967.
- 59+
- Years in Business
- 3rd
- Generation Operated
- A+
- BBB Rating
- 24/7/365
- Emergency Response
The Damage Goes Beyond What You See — We Restore All of It
Fire, smoke, soot, and the water used to extinguish the fire create compounding damage. Kowalski crews mitigate, document, and rebuild — handling the structural, environmental, and cosmetic work in one coordinated project.
Emergency Stabilization
Board-up, tarp, shoring, secure the property within hours.
Soot & Smoke Remediation
Surface cleaning, HEPA air scrubbing, odor neutralization.
Structural Rebuild
Framing, drywall, finishes — performed to all city codes.
Contents & Textiles
Pack-out, cleaning, and restoration of personal belongings.
After a Fire: What To Do in the First 24 Hours
What you do — and don't do — in the first day protects your safety, your belongings, and your claim.
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Stay out until it's cleared
Don't re-enter the structure until the fire department confirms it's safe to go inside.
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Open your insurance claim
Contact your carrier to start the claim and ask about emergency board-up coverage.
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Don't clean soot yourself
Soot is corrosive — DIY cleaning grinds it deeper and can cause permanent staining and odor.
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Secure the property
Get emergency board-up and roof tarping to keep out weather, animals, and trespassers.
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Call Kowalski
Call (602) 944-2645 for 24/7/365 board-up and the start of mitigation.
Every Element of Your Property — Restored or Rebuilt
Fire damage is rarely just charred wood. Kowalski restores the structure, the systems, and the items inside — with insurance carriers and mortgage companies coordinated throughout.
Call 24/7/365: (602) 944-2645- Structural framing and drywall
- Roofing and trusses
- Electrical & HVAC systems
- Plumbing and fixtures
- Cabinetry and millwork
- Flooring (tile, hardwood, carpet)
- Paint and finishes
- Soft contents and textiles
- Hard contents (furniture, electronics)
- Documents and photos
- Specialty items and antiques
- Smoke odor neutralization
We Handle the Paperwork So You Can Focus on Your Family
Kowalski works directly with insurance companies on scope, pricing, and billing — and with mortgage companies on draws and inspections. You get one point of contact through the entire restoration process.
- Direct insurance billing
- Scope of work documentation
- Mortgage company draws
- Photo and moisture documentation
- Code compliance certifications
- One project manager start to finish
Total Loss to Fully Restored
A real Kowalski fire restoration project — total loss interior brought back to a finished, livable home.
Water, Storm, and Reconstruction Services
Smoke Damage Cleanup
5 different smoke types — wet, dry, protein, fuel, fingerprint — each requires a different method.
View service detailsWater Damage Restoration
Water from fire suppression, sprinkler activation, and fire-hose response.
View service detailsConstruction & Rehab
Insurance-driven reconstruction after fire damage — managed start to finish.
View service detailsPhoenix Fire & Smoke Damage — Frequently Asked Questions
The questions we hear most from homeowners and property managers in the days after a fire. Live answer 24/7/365 if you need to talk to a real person now.
How quickly can you respond after a fire in Phoenix?
Kowalski dispatches emergency board-up and stabilization crews 24/7/365 across the Phoenix metro. We're typically on site within hours to secure the property — board windows, tarp the roof, and prevent further damage from weather or trespass.
What should I do in the first 24 hours after a house fire?
Don't enter the structure until the fire department clears it. Contact your insurance carrier to open a claim. Don't try to clean smoke or soot yourself — soot becomes corrosive and improper cleaning grinds it deeper into surfaces. Call Kowalski at (602) 944-2645 for emergency board-up and the start of mitigation.
Why does smoke smell linger so long after a fire?
Smoke particles bind into porous materials — drywall, insulation, fabric, wood. Surface cleaning won't remove the odor. Kowalski uses HEPA air scrubbing, ozone, hydroxyl, and thermal fogging treatments matched to the type of smoke (wet, dry, protein, fuel, or fingerprint) to neutralize odor at the source.
Do you handle the full rebuild after a fire, or just cleanup?
Kowalski handles every phase under one roof — emergency board-up, soot and smoke remediation, contents and textile restoration, structural rebuild, electrical, plumbing, finishes, and final inspections. One project manager start to finish.
Can my furniture, photos, and belongings be saved?
Often, yes. Kowalski offers contents pack-out and restoration — soft contents (textiles, clothing), hard contents (furniture, electronics), documents, photos, and specialty items go through cleaning protocols matched to each material. Items that can be restored are typically much cheaper than replacement, which your insurance carrier prefers.
Will my insurance cover the full restoration?
Most homeowners and commercial fire policies cover restoration, contents, additional living expenses, and structural rebuild. Kowalski works directly with your carrier to write the scope, document damage, and bill the claim — so you don't have to negotiate line items yourself.
Do you handle commercial fires too?
Yes. Kowalski restores apartment fires, office fires, retail and restaurant fires, and industrial fire damage across Arizona. Commercial fire restoration adds complexity — code compliance, business interruption coordination, mortgage company draws — all of which we handle as part of the project.
Don't see your question?
Call (602) 944-2645After a Fire, Every Minute Matters
Soot becomes corrosive within hours. Smoke odor binds into porous materials. Call now and get our crew on site.