Fire Damage Restoration · Pacific Palisades · 90272

Fire damage restoration in Pacific Palisades.

When the smoke clears, we restore what's left. IICRC S700 fire damage restoration and S500 water restoration across Pacific Palisades 90272. Same-day response 24/7. We document the damage, work directly with your adjuster, and rebuild — under one contract.

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S700
IICRC fire standard
24/7
Emergency response
30min
Avg arrival
CSLB
Class B licensed
IR
Reviewed by Oren Gedalia
CEO · IICRC certified S700/S500
CSLB Class B Lic. #1078518
IICRC S700/S500/S520
Fully insured & bonded
2025 Palisades Fire recovery

Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration after the 2025 fire.

Smoke saturation, soot infiltration, firefighting water damage, structural compromise — the 2025 Palisades Fire damaged Pacific Palisades neighborhoods at a scale this 90272 zip code hasn't seen in generations.

We've handled fire damage restoration in Pacific Palisades for over a decade. We know what insurance covers, what FAIR Plan excludes, which structural fixes have to come before contents cleaning, and why post-firefighting water mold is its own category.

Documentation
Photo log + scope of work for adjusters
Coverage
HO-3, HO-5, FAIR Plan, commercial

Fire damage isn't one problem. It's four.

Active flame consumes structure. Smoke deposits acidic soot on every porous surface — drywall, fabric, HVAC interior, attic insulation. Firefighting water saturates floors and wall cavities. And what survives the fire often doesn't survive the next 72 hours of moisture and corrosion.

Fire damage restoration in Pacific Palisades is the work of separating what's salvageable from what isn't, documenting every fire damage loss for your insurance, and rebuilding the rest of your 90272 home to pre-loss condition.

What fire damage restoration covers

Four damage layers. One contract.

Smoke, structure, contents, HVAC. Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration addresses every layer the fire touched — not just what's visible.

01

Smoke & soot remediation

Acidic soot etches surfaces within hours. We do dry-cleaning sponge passes, HEPA vacuum, ozone or hydroxyl treatment for odor, and chemical cleaning for non-porous finishes. Smoke damage protocol details →

IICRC S700
02

Structural drying & stabilization

Firefighting water has to come out fast. Moisture mapping, dehumidifiers, air movers running until wood and framing read < 16% MC. Otherwise mold colonizes within 48–72 hours. Water damage response →

IICRC S500
03

Contents pack-out & restoration

Furniture, electronics, textiles, documents. Itemized inventory, lab-grade ultrasonic cleaning for hard goods, ozone chamber for soft goods, climate-controlled storage during structural rebuild. Document scopes for adjuster claim.

CSLB Class B
04

HVAC decontamination

Smoke routes through ductwork, evaporator coils, attic insulation. Without HVAC remediation, soot recirculates after move-in. We camera-inspect every duct run, replace insulation where contaminated, sanitize coils.

EPA antimicrobial
Fire damage pricing · 90272

Three damage levels. Three price ranges.

Light smoke is a different fire damage scenario than total loss. We classify Pacific Palisades fire damage before we scope — that determines timeline, materials, and price.

Tier I · Light smoke · Limited $2K–$10K

Light smoke + soot, no structural fire damage.

Wildfire smoke saturation, kitchen flare-up contained, neighboring-property fire exposure. HEPA cleaning, ozone treatment, HVAC decontamination. Contents typically restored in place.

Affected area
Single room or HVAC
Timeline
3–7 days
Insurance
Fully covered
Tier II · Moderate fire · Multi-room $15K–$75K

Active fire damage in 1–3 rooms, structural compromise contained.

Charred drywall, ceiling damage, contents loss, firefighting water saturation. Partial demolition, structural drying, contents pack-out, smoke remediation, partial reconstruction.

Affected area
1–3 rooms
Timeline
4–8 weeks
Insurance
Fully covered
Tier III · Heavy fire · Whole-home $100K–$500K+

Significant structural damage, whole-home smoke, full reconstruction needed.

Multi-room structural fire, foundation/framing damage, complete contents loss, post-firefighting water + mold risk. Full pack-out, demolition, structural rebuild, contents replacement.

Affected area
Whole home
Timeline
4–12 months
Insurance
HO-3 / FAIR Plan
Restoration timeline

Our fire damage restoration timeline. Six phases.

Every step photo-logged for your adjuster. No surprises, no scope creep.

01

Emergency response & secure

30-min arrival. Tarp, board-up, water extraction, immediate moisture mitigation. Site secured against further loss.

02

Loss documentation

Photo log, room-by-room scope of work, contents inventory. Sent to your insurance carrier within 24 hours.

03

Structural drying

Dehumidifiers + air movers. Daily moisture readings. Continued until MC < 16% across all framing.

04

Smoke & soot removal

HEPA vacuum, sponge passes, chemical cleaning, ozone/hydroxyl odor treatment. HVAC decontamination.

05

Contents restoration

Pack-out, ultrasonic cleaning, ozone chamber, climate-controlled storage, pack-back upon completion.

06

Reconstruction

Drywall, paint, flooring, fixtures restored to pre-loss condition. Same crew. Reconstruction details →

The job isn't done when the smoke is gone. It's done when the home reads like the fire never happened.
— Instant Restoration · Field crew principle
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What customers say about our work.

★★★★★

"We called them for Commercial Fire Damage Removal and Emergency fire damage restoration after our building suffered major smoke damage. Quick response and reliable service."

Geovana Robles
Fire damage · Commercial
★★★★★

"Their emergency crew came within an hour, assessed the damage, and began work immediately. They monitored moisture levels for several days. I was impressed with how thoroughly they documented everything for insurance purposes."

Jossana M.
Emergency response · Insurance docs
★★★★★

"Instant wasn't the cheapest, but they were the most thorough. No regrets — they did amazing work."

Astral R.
Water damage · Mold remediation
Insurance reality

Fire claims are your strongest coverage.

Standard HO-3 and HO-5 policies cover fire damage as a named peril. We document the fire damage restoration scope for your adjuster — that's the difference between maximum approved coverage and a fight.

HO-3 / HO-5 coverage

Fire is fully covered as a named peril. Includes structure, contents, additional living expenses (ALE) during displacement.

California FAIR Plan

Covers fire damage, but with strict scope limits. We've worked many FAIR Plan claims in 90272 — we know which line items get pushback.

Smoke-only damage

Smoke and soot from a covered fire — even if your home didn't burn — is typically covered. Common after wildfire when neighbors burned and smoke saturated your home.

Post-firefighting water

Water damage from suppression is covered under the fire claim, not subject to the standard mold cap. We document this distinction explicitly.

Pacific Palisades · 90272

Fire damage restoration across every Pacific Palisades neighborhood.

From PCH-adjacent estates to canyon properties — we respond fast across all 90272 for fire damage cleanup, smoke remediation, and full restoration.

Huntington Palisades
1940s–60s heritage homes. Lath-and-plaster vulnerability, complex restoration.
Palisades Highlands
Adjacent to 2025 burn perimeter. Active recovery zone.
Castellammare
Bluff-edge homes facing PCH. Coastal smoke pattern.
Marquez Knolls
Hillside ranch homes. Complex drying due to crawlspaces.
Alphabet Streets
Mid-century single-family. Common HVAC contamination.
Rustic Canyon
Older clay-tile + wood framing. Fire/smoke sensitive.
Sunset Mesa
Newer construction. Modern HVAC restoration.
The Bluffs · Pacific View
Modern estates, multi-zone HVAC, complex contents.
By the numbers · 90272

Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration — measured.

18+ yrs
Restoration experience in Southern California
30–55min
Average arrival across 90272 from Woodland Hills
S700+S500
IICRC certified · CSLB Class B Lic. #1078518
24/7
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Common questions we get from Palisades homeowners.

How fast can you respond to fire damage in Pacific Palisades?
30-minute average response across 90272 from our Woodland Hills base. For Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration, we secure the property first (tarp, board-up, water extraction), then begin documentation. Available 24/7 — fire doesn't follow business hours.
Will my insurance cover fire damage restoration?
Standard HO-3/HO-5 covers fire damage as a named peril — structure, contents, and ALE while displaced. California FAIR Plan covers fire damage with stricter scope limits. We've worked extensively with both for 90272 fire damage restoration claims. We review your declarations page before starting and document scope to maximize approved coverage.
Do I need to leave my home during restoration?
Depends on damage. Heavy smoke or active mold typically requires evacuation. Light smoke restoration can sometimes be done with you in place. ALE coverage in your policy pays for hotel/rental during displacement — we document this for your claim.
What about smoke damage when my home didn't burn?
Smoke and soot saturation from nearby fires is its own loss category, typically covered. We do air sampling to document exposure, HEPA cleaning, ozone treatment, and HVAC decontamination. See smoke damage page for full protocol.
Is there mold risk after firefighting water?
Yes, significantly. Mold colonizes saturated drywall and insulation within 48–72 hours. We dry to < 16% MC fast and watch for it. Post-fire mold remediation is typically covered under your original fire claim, not the standard mold cap.
How long does Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration take?
Light smoke damage: 1–2 weeks. Moderate fire damage (multi-room, HVAC contaminated): 4–8 weeks. Heavy fire damage (structural, full rebuild): 4–12 months including reconstruction. We provide a phased fire damage restoration timeline with milestones at the free assessment.
Do you handle the reconstruction too?
Yes. Same crew, same contract. Reconstruction services include drywall, paint, flooring, fixtures, finish carpentry — restored to pre-loss condition. No handoff gap between remediation and rebuild.
What if the fire also caused water or sewage backup?
We handle related losses under the same contract. Water damage, flood, or sewage backup — we address every loss category in one coordinated job.

Fire damage in Pacific Palisades? Call now.

Every hour after a fire compounds the damage — smoke etches deeper, water saturates further, mold begins colonizing saturated materials within 48–72 hours. We respond to 90272 fire damage calls in 30 minutes from Woodland Hills. We secure, document, restore, rebuild — under one contract, fully insured. Pacific Palisades fire damage restoration done right, the first time.

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