Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration in Pasadena

PuroClean of Pasadena – Here for your Fire Damage Restoration needs in Pasadena, CA

Each fire restoration service is delivered with attention to the unique construction styles and risks found throughout Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, Altadena, and nearby communities. Our technicians tailor their work to protect historic architecture, comply with neighborhood regulations, and preserve the integrity of irreplaceable home features.

PuroClean Fire Damage Restoration Services

• Emergency Cleaning and Sanitation
  We rapidly remove soot, debris, hazardous residues, and water-damaged materials to halt progressive damage. This is especially vital after wind-driven wildfires near Altadena, Monrovia, and San Pasqual, where ash and chemical-laden particulate fallout can compromise home safety and HVAC systems within hours.
• Smoke Odor Removal and Professional Deodorization
  We apply thermal fogging, vapor modification, and ozone treatment specifically tailored to homes with Spanish Revival interiors, exposed beam ceilings, and older ductwork common in Pasadena’s historic districts. These structures trap smoke odors in wood, tile grout, and vintage fabric, requiring customized deodorization plans.
• Temporary Protection/Board-Up
  We secure fire-damaged homes quickly, boarding up blown-out windows and compromised entry points. This is critical in Pasadena’s high-foot-traffic zones, like near the Rose Bowl, where opportunistic trespass and vandalism are more likely post-incident. We also ensure compliance with city emergency permit codes for temporary structural barriers.
• Pack-Outs and Contents Cleaning
  Our trained team carefully removes and inventories household belongings, heirlooms, documents, and soft goods from homes in San Marino, South Pasadena, and East Pasadena, where historical preservation is a top priority. Items are professionally cleaned in our secure off-site facility using specialized restoration agents and drying systems.
• Puff-Back Cleaning
  In older homes across the San Gabriel Valley, puff-backs caused by oil-burning furnaces or boilers can coat walls and ceilings with fine soot. Our technicians are trained to address these acidic residues, especially in 1940s–1960s mid-century homes with textured plaster and older HVAC systems, where improper cleaning can cause permanent etching.
• Carpet and Pad Removal
  After a fire or suppression effort, saturated carpet and padding pose serious mold and bacterial risks, especially in homes with minimal crawlspace ventilation like those found in East San Gabriel and Altadena foothills. We remove all affected materials, then deploy desiccant dehumidifiers in high-humidity environments to dry the subfloor and slab without warping historic wood floors.
• Structural Drying and Moisture Mapping
  While not always visible, moisture from firefighting efforts can seep into plaster walls, lathe-and-plaster ceilings, and concrete foundations in Pasadena’s older homes. We use thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters to map affected areas and prevent hidden mold growth or structural warping.
• HEPA Vacuuming and Air Filtration
  Wildfire particulates and fire soot can linger in ductwork and upholstery. We deploy HEPA vacuums, air scrubbers, and negative air machines to extract particles as small as 0.3 microns. This is critical in multi-level homes in San Marino and hillside estates where airflow dynamics can trap dangerous particles on upper floors.

What Is Smoke Damage?

Smoke damage arises from soot and residue, not fire heat. It can leave greasy deposits on porous surfaces, corrode metals, and embed lingering odors in fabrics and furniture, even after flames have been extinguished.

What Types of Smoke Damage Occur?

• Wet Smoke: Heavy and sticky residue from plastics/rubber. Cleaned with air movers and industrial dehumidifiers.
• Protein Smoke: Resulting from cooked foods or organic materials; often requires ozone or thermal fogging.
• Dry Smoke: Caused by wood or paper, it’s lighter and easier to remove with surface cleaning and air scrubbing.

Impact of Smoke Damage on Your Property

Exposure to smoke can affect many materials differently:

• Fabrics, upholstery, and porous surfaces may require immediate treatment.
• Greasy soot affects plastics, marble, and metals, leading to tarnish or corrosion.
• Some materials may be salvaged within 24–48 hours; rapid action is critical to prevent permanent deterioration.

Contact PuroClean for Professional Smoke & Fire Restoration

Whether you own a historic Craftsman in Pasadena, a Mediterranean estate in San Marino, or a hilltop home in Altadena, we’re your trusted Pasadena fire and smoke cleanup experts. Certified, experienced, and compassionate, we restore homes and hearts.