Unified Restore Edmonton Restoration
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Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Edmonton

IICRC-certified fire damage restoration and smoke damage restoration across Edmonton and the Capital Region. Emergency board-up, complete soot removal, odor elimination, and full reconstruction — all from one local Edmonton fire damage restoration company. Free on-site fire damage assessment.

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IICRC Fire & Smoke Certified
60-Minute Response
Licensed Alberta Contractors
All Insurers Accepted
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Fire restoration starts the moment Edmonton Fire Rescue clears your property. Every hour after a fire, corrosive smoke and soot do more damage — staining surfaces, etching glass, and embedding odor into building materials. Acting fast saves the most property and the most money.

Unified Restore is a locally-owned Edmonton fire damage restoration company serving homes, businesses, and commercial properties across the Capital Region. As one of Edmonton's IICRC-certified fire damage contractors, our team handles the complete fire restoration process from a single call — emergency board-up, full smoke damage restoration, soot removal, complete odor elimination, contents pack-out, and final reconstruction. Fire jobs that involve older homes requiring asbestos testing, or secondary mold from firefighting water, are all handled in-house — you only deal with one Edmonton restoration company from emergency through final walkthrough.

Fire or Smoke Damage Right Now?
Talk to an Edmonton Fire Restoration Specialist — Free Assessment
Our Edmonton crews respond 24/7. No answering services, no call centres — a real person answers and dispatches a certified fire damage restoration team within 60 minutes throughout the Capital Region.
Smoke Damage Restoration

Edmonton Smoke Damage Restoration
Beyond the Visible Burn

Smoke damage restoration is the part of fire restoration most Edmonton homeowners underestimate. Even a small contained kitchen fire pushes smoke and soot through every room — into wall cavities, attic spaces, ductwork, fabrics, and the inside of electronics. Without professional smoke damage restoration, that residue keeps damaging your Edmonton property long after the fire is out. As Edmonton smoke damage restoration specialists, our IICRC-certified crews don't just clean what you can see — we eliminate what you can't.

💨 Soot Removal & Surface Cleaning
Professional soot removal across walls, ceilings, trim, cabinets, and contents throughout your Edmonton property. We identify soot type — protein, wet, dry, or fuel — and use the matched cleaning agent for each. Edmonton smoke damage restoration the wrong way permanently sets stains; the right way removes them completely.
👃 Complete Smoke Odor Elimination
Smoke odor that lingers months after a fire is the most common complaint we hear from Edmonton homeowners who used the wrong fire damage restoration company. Our smoke odor removal uses thermal foggers, hydroxyl generators, ozone treatment, and HEPA air scrubbers — not perfume masking. We don't leave until the odor is gone.
🌬️ HVAC & Duct Smoke Cleaning
Edmonton forced-air systems spread smoke and soot through every room of a property within minutes of a fire. Smoke damage restoration is incomplete without full HVAC decontamination — coil cleaning, duct cleaning, and filter replacement. We coordinate with Edmonton HVAC contractors when full system replacement is required.
📦 Contents Smoke Restoration
Clothing, furniture, electronics, documents, and family heirlooms with smoke damage are restored at our Edmonton facility using ultrasonic cleaning, ozone treatment, and specialized fabric processing. Most Edmonton smoke-damaged contents are restored at a fraction of replacement cost — fully documented for your insurance adjuster.
🌲 Wildfire Smoke Damage
Alberta wildfire seasons push heavy smoke into Edmonton properties from fires hundreds of kilometres away. Wildfire smoke damage restoration involves air quality testing, full HVAC cleaning, fabric and upholstery treatment, and surface decontamination throughout your Edmonton home or business. Insurance frequently covers wildfire smoke damage — we document everything.
🏢 Commercial Smoke Damage
Smoke damage restoration for Edmonton restaurants, retail spaces, offices, condos, and industrial properties. Grease-laden vapour from commercial kitchen fires requires specialized smoke restoration to meet Edmonton health-department reopening standards. We work after hours to minimize business interruption.
Fire Types

Types of Fire Damage Restoration
We Handle in Edmonton

Edmonton restoration specialists handle every type of residential and commercial fire damage restoration across the Capital Region. Whether you're searching for fire damage contractors, fire damage restoration companies near you, or smoke damage restoration after a kitchen fire, our local Edmonton crews respond 24/7.

Kitchen Fire Damage

Most Common Edmonton Fire Type

Grease fires, appliance malfunctions, and unattended cooking cause the majority of Edmonton residential fires. Kitchen fire damage restoration involves heavy soot removal, degreasing, complete smoke odor elimination, and often cabinet and drywall reconstruction throughout the affected area.

Electrical Fire Damage

Common in Older Edmonton Homes

Aging wiring in Edmonton's mature neighborhoods — Strathcona, Garneau, Highlands — causes electrical fires that spread rapidly through walls. Fire damage restoration requires careful structural assessment, asbestos testing, and complete electrical system inspection before rebuild.

Furnace & Heating Fires

Alberta Winter Fire Risk

Edmonton's harsh winters create unique furnace and heating system fire risks. Forced air systems spread smoke throughout entire properties rapidly. Fire damage restoration after furnace fires requires complete HVAC cleaning and decontamination in addition to standard smoke and soot restoration.

Wildfire Smoke Damage

Increasing Edmonton Risk

Alberta wildfire seasons increasingly affect Edmonton with heavy smoke infiltration through HVAC systems. Wildfire smoke damage restoration involves air quality testing, HVAC cleaning, surface decontamination, and complete odor elimination throughout affected Edmonton properties.

Structural Fire & Reconstruction

Full Rebuild Capability

Major structural fire damage handled end-to-end by our licensed Alberta contractors. From framing and drywall through finishing and final inspection, complete property reconstruction is part of our Edmonton fire damage restoration service — no separate contractor coordination needed.

Post-Fire Mold Prevention

After Firefighting Water

Edmonton fire crews use thousands of gallons fighting structure fires. Without full extraction and drying, secondary mold growth begins within 24–48 hours. Every Unified Restore fire damage project includes complete drying, antimicrobial treatment, and HEPA filtration.

Why Speed Matters

Why Fast Fire Restoration is Critical
After an Edmonton Fire

⚠️ Every Hour Without Fire Damage Restoration Causes More Damage

Smoke and soot are highly corrosive — damage compounds rapidly after a fire without immediate professional fire damage restoration:

  • Within minutes — Soot and smoke residue begins permanently staining surfaces. Plastics discolor and may be unrestorable.
  • Within hours — Corrosive smoke residue begins etching glass, tarnishing metals, and deeply penetrating fabrics and upholstery.
  • Within days — Smoke odor becomes permanently embedded. Firefighting water enables mold growth. Structural materials deteriorate.
  • Within weeks — Fire damage restoration costs multiply significantly. More materials require replacement rather than cleaning. Insurance complications increase.

Call 780-802-3940 immediately — our Edmonton team responds 24/7. Fast action saves money and saves more of your property.

Step by Step

Our 8-Step Fire Damage Restoration Process

Every Edmonton fire damage restoration project follows our proven IICRC-certified process — from emergency response through final walkthrough:

Emergency Response & Assessment
Available 24/7 throughout Edmonton. We respond immediately after Edmonton Fire Rescue clears your property. Certified specialists assess all damage — structural, smoke, soot, and water from firefighting.
Board-Up & Security
Immediately secure your Edmonton property with professional boarding, roof tarping, and temporary fencing. Protects against weather damage, prevents theft, and reduces liability — critical during Alberta's harsh weather conditions.
Water Removal & Drying
Edmonton fire crews use thousands of gallons fighting fires. Complete water extraction and structural drying before mold develops. Full water damage restoration protocols followed throughout.
Smoke & Soot Cleaning
IICRC-certified technicians use specialized equipment and cleaning agents to remove smoke residue from all surfaces — walls, ceilings, floors, HVAC systems, and contents — using techniques specific to different soot types.
Odor Elimination
Complete smoke odor removal using thermal fogging, hydroxyl generators, ozone treatment, and HEPA air scrubbers. Fire damage restoration is not complete until every trace of smoke odor is permanently eliminated — not masked.
Contents Restoration
Salvageable belongings cleaned using ultrasonic cleaning, dry cleaning, and specialized techniques. Items packed out to our Edmonton facility, inventoried for insurance documentation, stored during reconstruction.
Reconstruction & Rebuilding
Licensed Alberta contractors rebuild your property following all building codes and Edmonton bylaws. Full property reconstruction from minor repairs to complete rebuilds — all under one roof.
Final Inspection & Walkthrough
Detailed final inspection with you ensuring every aspect of fire damage restoration meets your satisfaction. Your approval is required before we consider the job complete. Not done until you're happy.
Edmonton Specific

Fire Damage Restoration Across Edmonton Neighborhoods

Our Edmonton team serves all communities throughout the Capital Region with the same fast response and certified expertise:

🏘️ Mature Edmonton Neighborhoods
Strathcona, Garneau, Highlands, Riverdale, Bonnie Doon, Glenora, and Oliver — older homes with aging electrical systems and pre-1990 construction often require asbestos testing as part of fire restoration before rebuilding. Our team handles the full process.
🏗️ Newer Edmonton Developments
Windermere, Terwillegar, Summerside, Heritage Valley, Mill Woods, and Callaghan — modern construction fire damage restoration typically involves less asbestos risk but more complex systems. Forced air systems spread smoke rapidly in open-concept layouts requiring thorough HVAC fire damage restoration.
🏢 Surrounding Communities
Our team serves Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Fort Saskatchewan, Leduc, Beaumont, Devon, Stony Plain, and Morinville. Same fast response, same licensed contractors, same complete restoration from emergency through final rebuild.

Service Areas

Edmonton — All Quadrants Sherwood Park St. Albert Spruce Grove Fort Saskatchewan Leduc Beaumont Stony Plain Devon Morinville
Why Choose Us

Why Edmonton Chooses Unified Restore for Fire Restoration

💙 Compassionate, Caring Service
Fire loss is traumatic. Our fire damage restoration team treats you and your property with compassion, respect, and sensitivity throughout the process. We're not just restoring buildings — we're helping Edmonton families recover from devastating loss.
🏅 IICRC Fire Restoration Certified
Our technicians hold specialized IICRC Fire & Smoke Restoration (FSR) certification — the industry's highest standard. We follow proven protocols for fire damage restoration, soot removal, and complete odor elimination.
⚡ 24/7 Emergency Response
Fire doesn't wait for business hours. Our Edmonton crews respond immediately — day, night, weekends, and all holidays. We secure your property and begin restoration before damage compounds further.
🤝 Insurance Claim Support
We regularly assist homeowners navigating Alberta insurance claims after fire damage. We handle complete documentation, work directly with your adjuster, and provide detailed estimates to help maximize your restoration coverage.
🏗️ Licensed Alberta Contractors
Our restoration and reconstruction team holds all required Alberta licenses. We handle permits, inspections, and compliance with Edmonton building codes. One company manages your entire fire recovery start to finish.
📍 Local Edmonton Company
Family-owned and Edmonton-based. Our restoration specialists know Edmonton neighborhoods, understand Alberta building practices, and respond faster than national chains. Your neighbors are our neighbors.
FAQ

Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration FAQ — Edmonton

How do I choose between Edmonton fire damage restoration companies?
Look for three things: IICRC Fire & Smoke Restoration (FSR) certification, a local Edmonton address with real 24/7 response (not a call centre), and licensed Alberta contractor status so the same company can handle reconstruction. Unified Restore meets all three. We're a locally-owned Edmonton fire damage restoration company — RIA, BBB-accredited, and IICRC certified. One company manages your fire restoration from emergency board-up through final inspection.
Are you fire damage contractors or just cleanup specialists?
Both. We're licensed Alberta contractors and IICRC-certified fire damage restoration specialists. That means we handle emergency response, smoke and soot removal, contents restoration, structural drying, and full reconstruction under one roof. Most Edmonton fire damage contractors only do cleanup or only do rebuild — we do both, which means fewer handoffs, faster timelines, and one point of contact for your insurance claim.
What should I do immediately after a fire in my Edmonton home?
First ensure everyone is safe and Edmonton Fire Rescue has cleared the property for re-entry. Do NOT enter an unstable structure. Call us immediately at 780-802-3940 — we respond within the hour to board up, secure, and begin fire damage restoration. Contact your insurance company within 24 hours. Don't clean anything yourself — improper cleaning permanently sets smoke damage into surfaces.
Does insurance cover fire damage restoration in Alberta?
Yes — virtually all Alberta homeowners policies cover fire damage restoration including emergency board-up, smoke cleanup, contents restoration, temporary living expenses, and complete rebuilding. We work directly with your Edmonton insurance adjuster, provide detailed documentation, and can bill insurance directly in most restoration cases.
How much does smoke damage restoration cost in Edmonton?
Smoke damage restoration cost in Edmonton depends on three factors: the size of the affected area, the soot type (protein, wet, dry, or fuel), and whether HVAC and contents are involved. Minor smoke damage restoration can be a few thousand dollars; whole-home smoke damage after a structure fire can run tens of thousands. We provide a free on-site assessment with a written estimate before any work begins — and in most Edmonton fire cases, smoke damage restoration is covered by your homeowners insurance.
How long does fire damage restoration take in Edmonton?
Minor smoke damage fire restoration takes 1–2 weeks. Moderate fire damage with structural cleaning takes 3–6 weeks. Extensive fire destruction requiring full reconstruction takes 2–4 months. Edmonton's dry climate helps — smoke odor dissipates faster than in humid regions. We provide exact restoration timelines after our initial assessment.
Can smoke odor be completely eliminated after a fire?
Yes. Using professional smoke damage restoration equipment — thermal foggers, hydroxyl generators, ozone treatment, and HEPA air scrubbers — we completely eliminate smoke odor. Our Edmonton technicians never mask odors. We continue treatment until the smell is completely gone and your property passes air quality standards.
What gets damaged in a fire besides what actually burns?
Smoke and soot travel through entire Edmonton properties — damaging rooms far from the fire source. Corrosive smoke residue damages metals, electronics, and fabrics within hours. Heat melts plastics throughout the structure. Firefighting water causes extensive secondary water damage and potential mold growth. Our restoration addresses all damage — not just the obvious fire destruction.
Will I need to leave my Edmonton home during fire restoration?
For extensive fire damage, yes — typically until your property is safely habitable. Most Alberta insurance policies cover temporary housing called Additional Living Expenses (ALE). For minor smoke damage restoration, you may be able to stay. We advise honestly based on safety and air quality testing results.
How quickly can you respond to fire damage in Edmonton?
Our Edmonton team responds immediately 24/7/365. Once Edmonton Fire Rescue clears your property for entry, we can be on site within the hour. Fast response is critical — every hour of delay allows smoke and soot to cause additional corrosive damage throughout your property, increasing total restoration costs.
What Edmonton neighborhoods are most at risk for fire damage?
Older Edmonton neighborhoods with aging electrical systems see higher fire frequency: Strathcona, Garneau, Highlands, Glenora, and Oliver. Kitchen fires occur throughout all Edmonton communities regardless of age. Furnace malfunctions during Alberta winters affect properties across all quadrants. Wildfire smoke increasingly affects the entire Capital Region during dry summers.
Do you handle fire damage restoration for commercial properties in Edmonton?
Yes. We restore fire-damaged commercial properties, apartment buildings, condos, retail spaces, restaurants, offices, and industrial facilities throughout Edmonton. We understand commercial insurance requirements and work to minimize business interruption during the restoration process.
What is the difference between fire damage and smoke damage restoration?
Fire damage restoration addresses all physical destruction — structural damage, burned materials, and debris removal. Smoke damage restoration specifically targets soot residue, smoke odor penetration, and air quality restoration. Most Edmonton fire events require both — our certified team handles the complete fire and smoke damage restoration process from emergency response through final reconstruction.

Fire or Smoke Damaged
Edmonton Property?

Fire restoration is devastating — you don't have to figure it out alone. Our local Edmonton fire damage restoration team has helped families and businesses across the Capital Region recover from kitchen fires, electrical fires, furnace fires, and wildfire smoke damage. One call covers emergency board-up, complete smoke and soot cleanup, insurance coordination, and full reconstruction. Free on-site assessment — no obligation.

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