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A fire in your Sacramento home changes everything in the space of an afternoon. The flames may be out, but the smoke, soot, and water from the fire department’s hoses are still working their way through your drywall, ductwork, and furniture. Fire Damage Restoration - Sacramento is the process of assessing that damage, removing what cannot be saved, and rebuilding what can – and it needs to start fast, because soot becomes more corrosive with every hour it sits. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento has handled fire restoration for Sacramento homeowners since 2006, with IICRC-credentialed technicians who arrive in uniform, with shoe covers and drop cloths already loaded on the truck, and a written price in your hand before any work begins. Call (279) 277-2396 and a real person answers, 24 hours a day.

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Fire Damage Restoration Company

A Fire Damage Restoration Company handles everything that comes after the fire trucks leave: structural assessment, soot and smoke mitigation, water extraction from firefighting efforts, content cleaning, and the repairs that make the home safe to live in again. In Sacramento, where older Midtown bungalows sit next to newer Natomas tract homes, the right company needs to understand how different building materials respond to heat and smoke. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento provides a written scope and price before the first tool comes off the truck, and every job is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Most fire restoration projects in Sacramento run between $3,500 and $15,000 depending on square footage and smoke penetration, and you’ll see that number in writing before we start.

Structural Assessment First

Before any cleaning begins, our technicians walk the property room by room and document what the fire touched, what the smoke reached, and what the water compromised. That written assessment becomes the basis for your price, so there are no surprises at the end.

Your Contents, Cataloged and Protected

Furniture, clothing, and personal items that can be restored are moved to a safe zone, itemized, and cleaned with pet-safe products wherever a choice exists. We ask before we move anything, and we tell you exactly what will be protected and how.

Smoke Damage Restoration

Smoke Damage Restoration is the work of removing smoke residue and odor from every surface the fire’s plume touched, including rooms the flames never reached. Smoke travels through wall cavities, ductwork, and closed doors, which is why a kitchen fire in a Land Park home can leave a smell in the upstairs bedrooms. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento uses hydroxyl generators and thermal fogging equipment from Phoenix and XPOWER to neutralize smoke particles rather than just masking them. Smoke restoration in Sacramento typically ranges from $1,200 to $4,800 depending on how far the smoke traveled and whether ductwork needs cleaning.

Odor Neutralization, Not Masking

Air fresheners do not remove smoke odor. Our process breaks down the microscopic particles that carry the smell, so the air in your home actually changes, not just the way it smells for an afternoon.

Duct and HVAC Inspection

Smoke gets pulled into your HVAC system and recirculated through every room. We inspect the ductwork as a standard step on smoke jobs and clean or seal it as needed, because skipping this is the most common reason smoke smell returns weeks later.

Fire Damage Repair

Fire Damage Repair is the rebuilding phase: replacing charred framing, damaged drywall, scorched flooring, and compromised electrical that the fire weakened or destroyed. In Sacramento’s older housing stock, like the 1920s bungalows of East Sacramento, this often means matching existing materials and working around original trim and lath-and-plaster walls. For homeowners needing Fire Damage Restoration in Carmichael, the same careful approach applies. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento performs fire damage repair with the same written-price-first standard as our mitigation work, and our technicians are credentialed through the IICRC, RIA, and IFA. Repair costs in Sacramento typically fall between $2,000 and $12,000 depending on structural involvement, and the number is on paper before we begin.

Code-Compliant Rebuilding

Anything we rebuild meets current Sacramento building codes, which matter more than most homeowners expect. Wiring, insulation, and egress requirements have changed over the years, and a repair is the moment to bring the affected areas current.

Matching What Was There

We work to match flooring, trim, and paint so the repaired area doesn’t announce itself as a patch. For older Sacramento homes, that sometimes means sourcing materials from local salvage and supply houses that carry period-appropriate pieces.

Fire Damage Cleanup

Fire Damage Cleanup is the immediate work of removing debris, charred materials, and standing water, then stabilizing the property so secondary damage stops spreading. It includes board-up if windows or roof sections are open, water extraction from firefighting efforts, and the first pass of soot removal from salvageable surfaces. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento handles fire damage cleanup in Sacramento with Dri-Eaz water extractors and HEPA vacuums, and our crews arrive with shoe covers on and drop cloths down before equipment comes through your door. We also provide Fire Damage Restoration in West Sacramento with the same level of care. Cleanup-only jobs in Sacramento typically run between $1,500 and $5,000 depending on the size of the affected area.

Board-Up and Tarping

If the fire opened a hole in your roof or broke windows, those openings get covered on the first visit. A secured home is protected from weather, animals, and intrusion while the rest of the work is scheduled.

Water First, Then Soot

Fire department hoses often put hundreds of gallons of water into a home. That water gets extracted before soot cleanup begins, because wet soot becomes acidic and bonds to surfaces as it dries. The order matters, and we follow it every time.

Smoke Odor Removal

Smoke Odor Removal is the targeted effort to eliminate the smell of smoke from a home after a fire – even a small one. It requires understanding where smoke particles settled: on walls and ceilings, inside carpets and upholstery, behind baseboards, and inside HVAC ductwork. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento uses thermal fogging and hydroxyl generation equipment from Phoenix, combined with surface cleaning that removes the source rather than covering it. Smoke odor removal in Sacramento homes typically costs between $800 and $3,500, depending on how many rooms were affected and whether the odor penetrated insulation or ductwork.

Hydroxyl Treatment for Occupied Homes

For homes where the family is still living in unaffected rooms, hydroxyl generators are the right tool. They are safe for people and pets and can run continuously while normal life continues in the house.

Thermal Fogging for Deep Penetration

When smoke particles have worked into porous materials like drywall and upholstery, thermal fogging penetrates the same way the smoke did and bonds with the particles, neutralizing them at the source. This is the difference between a house that smells clean for a month and one that stays clean.

Fire and Water Damage Restoration

Fire and Water Damage Restoration is the combined work required when a fire has been extinguished with water, leaving a home with both charred materials and saturated drywall, insulation, and flooring. The water often causes as much secondary damage as the fire itself, and the two problems must be addressed together or the moisture will feed mold growth inside wall cavities. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento handles both in one scope of work, with IFA-credentialed technicians and Dri-Eaz drying equipment that maps moisture and dries past the tide mark. Combined fire and water restoration in Sacramento generally runs from $4,000 to $18,000 depending on the fire’s severity and the water volume involved.

Moisture Mapping Before Drying

Water from firefighting efforts hides inside walls and under flooring. Our technicians use moisture meters and thermal imaging to map where the water traveled, then place drying equipment based on that map instead of guesswork.

One Crew for Both Problems

You shouldn’t need to coordinate a fire restoration company and a separate water mitigation crew. Our technicians are trained and credentialed for both, which means one written scope, one price, and one point of contact from start to finish.

Soot Removal

Soot Removal is the careful cleaning of the fine, oily, acidic residue left behind by a fire. Soot clings to walls, ceilings, cabinets, and personal belongings, and it requires specific techniques depending on the surface: dry chemical sponges for painted drywall, HEPA vacuuming for fabrics, and specific cleaning agents for hard surfaces. Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento performs soot removal in Sacramento homes using the same methods that protect your family’s belongings – including pet-safe products where a choice exists – and we document the work with a photo before the crew leaves. Soot removal often runs between $900 and $4,000 in Sacramento, depending on surface area and how long the soot has sat.

Surface-Specific Cleaning Methods

Painted drywall, wood trim, tile, and upholstery each respond to different cleaning approaches. Using the wrong method on wood can grind soot deeper into the grain. Our technicians match the method to the material on every surface.

Content Cleaning and Storage

Clothing, books, dishes, and keepsakes can often be cleaned and returned. Items that need more involved treatment get documented, packed, and sent to a content-cleaning facility – and you receive an itemized list of what left and where it went.

Brands We Service

Our drying and air-scrubbing fleet includes Dri-Eaz dehumidifiers and air movers, which are the workhorses of water extraction on fire jobs. Our technicians train on Dri-Eaz equipment and know how to place machines for maximum drying efficiency in Sacramento’s dry summer and damp winter conditions alike.

For odor and particulate control, we run Phoenix and XPOWER equipment. Phoenix is our go-to for hydroxyl generators that neutralize smoke odor in occupied spaces, and XPOWER air scrubbers filter soot and debris from the air during cleanup. Whether your home needs a single room treated or whole-house restoration, our team has the right machine for the job and the experience to use it correctly.

Signs You Need a Pro Right Now

• Visible soot on walls or ceilings. Soot is oily and acidic, and it bonds more firmly with every passing hour. What wipes off easily today may require priming and repainting next week.
• Smoke smell that lingers after airing out the house. If opening windows for two days hasn’t reduced the odor, the smoke has penetrated porous materials. That requires professional equipment, not more ventilation.
• Water stains spreading from the fire area. Firefighting water moves through floors and walls. Stains that grow after the fire is out mean water is still traveling, and the tide mark is moving.
• Discoloration on electrical outlets or switches near the fire. Heat damage to wiring is a safety concern that needs inspection before power is restored to the affected area. A trained professional should evaluate any outlet that looks scorched or warped.
• Charred framing or structural materials visible. Any wood that has charred has lost structural strength. It needs to be evaluated and replaced where necessary, before furniture and family move back into the space.

Our Process, Step by Step

1. 1
   Free on-site assessment. A technician walks your Sacramento home, documents the fire, smoke, and water damage, and explains what can be restored and what needs to be replaced. You receive a written scope and price before anything else happens.
2. 2
   Immediate stabilization. Board-up, tarping, and water extraction happen on the first visit when needed. The goal is to stop secondary damage, not to start a long project before you understand the cost.
3. 3
   Soot and smoke mitigation. Surface cleaning, HEPA vacuuming, and air scrubbing begin once the property is stable. This is the step that prevents permanent staining and long-term odor.
4. 4
   Structural repair and rebuild. Damaged framing, drywall, flooring, and electrical get repaired or replaced to code. We keep you updated with photos and written notes throughout the process.
5. 5
   Final cleaning and photo documentation. Before the crew leaves, a photo of the clean-up is taken and shared with you, so you see exactly what was done and how it was left. If it’s not done right, the 365-Day Done Right Promise covers it.

How Much Does Fire Damage Restoration Cost in Sacramento?

Our Service Area Near Sacramento

Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento serves homeowners throughout the greater Sacramento region, including Roseville, Elk Grove, Folsom, Citrus Heights, Arden-Arcade, Davis, Rancho Cordova, Carmichael, Rocklin, Woodland, and West Sacramento. Most fire restoration calls in the city of Sacramento get a technician on site the same day, and surrounding areas typically see us within 24 hours. Smoke and soot don’t improve with waiting, and we dispatch as soon as a written scope is agreed. You can also visit our home page to browse all of our restoration services, including water damage restoration and mold remediation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Damage Restoration in Sacramento

Schedule Your Fire Damage Restoration Service in Sacramento Today

If your Sacramento home has been through a fire, the fastest way to get a written plan and price is one phone call. Call (279) 277-2396 for a free, no-obligation estimate, and a live person will answer – 24 hours a day, every day. Shoe covers, drop cloths, pet-safe products, and a written price before any work starts: that’s how every Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento job begins.

Written by Rick Sumner, Owner at Tidemark Water Damage Sacramento, serving Sacramento since 2006.