Fire Damage Restoration in Boulder, CO

Quick answer

After a fire in Boulder, stay out until the fire department says it is safe, avoid touching soot covered items, photograph the damage and call your insurer. Then call (833) 917-4160 to reach a local restoration company that covers Boulder.

Fire damage in Boulder

Boulder is in Boulder County, Colorado. We currently connect callers in 11 ZIP codes here, including 80301, 80302, 80303. Boulder is a larger community, so fire and smoke damage can involve apartments, condos, restaurants and offices as well as houses. Smoke and water can pass between units, which is why multi unit losses often need coordinated cleanup.

County: Boulder County
ZIP codes covered: 11
Time zone: Mountain Time
Nearest covered cities: Jamestown (7 mi), Eldorado Springs (7 mi), Niwot (8 mi)

What affects fire damage around Boulder

Dry air, wind and wildland fire seasons affect many communities, and cold winters mean heavy use of wood stoves, fireplaces and space heaters. Wildfire smoke is a recurring concern across Colorado, so ask about air filtration and HVAC cleaning if smoke entered your building.

Cabins, outbuildings and second homes may sit empty and be found late after a fire.
Wildfire smoke and ash can affect homes at the edge of forests and rangeland.
Space heaters and extension cords add fire risk in cold snaps.

Fire damage services near Boulder

Emergency Fire Damage Cleanup: The first days after the fire department leaves: securing the property, removing debris and stopping further damage.
Smoke and Soot Removal: Professional cleaning of soot, ash and smoke residue from walls, ceilings, contents and HVAC systems.
Wildfire Smoke Damage Cleanup: Cleaning ash and smoke residue from homes affected by wildfire smoke, even when the flames never reached the property.
Contents Cleaning and Pack Out: Inventory, cleaning and storage of furniture, clothing, electronics and keepsakes while the building is restored.
Board Up and Roof Tarping After a Fire: Temporary protection for broken windows, doors and burned roofs so weather, animals and trespassers stay out.

Not sure what you need? Read what to do after a house fire or call and describe what happened.

After a fire in Boulder: what to do first

Safety first. Get everyone out, call 911 if the fire is still burning and wait for the fire department to clear the building.
Get the fire report. Ask the responding department for the incident number. In Boulder that may be a city, county or district agency.
Call your insurer. Report the loss, ask what they need and keep a log of every call.
Document and protect. Photograph each room, avoid touching soot covered items and arrange board up if windows or the roof are open.
Call a restoration company. Call (833) 917-4160 so a local crew can start cleanup before soot and moisture set in.

ZIP codes covered in Boulder

8030180302803038030480305803068030780308803098031080314

Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: Jamestown (about 7 miles), Eldorado Springs (about 7 miles), Niwot (about 8 miles), Louisville (about 9 miles), Pinecliffe (about 10 miles).

Other places we cover in Boulder County: Longmont, Allenspark, Eldorado Springs, Hygiene, Jamestown, Lafayette, Louisville, Lyons and 4 more.

See fire damage help across all of Colorado, browse the Colorado ZIP code list, or read about filing a fire damage insurance claim.

Questions about fire damage in Boulder

Who does the work in Boulder?

An independent local restoration company that covers Boulder and sets its own pricing. Fire Damage Restoration USA is a referral service. We connect your call and the company explains its process and cost before work begins.

How fast can a crew reach Boulder?

It depends on your exact location, the time of day, weather and how busy providers are. Give your ZIP code and nearest cross streets when you call, and say whether the fire department has cleared the building so the right crew can be lined up.

Does homeowners insurance in Colorado cover fire damage?

Many standard policies cover fire, smoke and the water used to put out a fire, and some cover living expenses while the home is unlivable. Limits and deductibles vary, so read your policy and ask your insurer before deciding how to proceed.

Do you cover areas near Boulder?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as Jamestown, Eldorado Springs, Niwot. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

Is it safe to stay in my Boulder home after a fire?

Often not right away. Damaged utilities, soot, structural problems and poor air can make a fire damaged home unsafe. Ask the fire department when you can enter and ask the restoration company about air quality and the condition of the building.

What should I do first after a fire in Boulder?

Make sure everyone is safe, wait for the fire department to clear the building, call your insurer, photograph the damage and protect the property from weather. Then call a restoration company. Avoid touching soot covered items and do not run the HVAC system.

What about wildfire smoke in Boulder?

Smoke and ash can enter a building even when flames stay away. Replace HVAC filters, clean ash with a HEPA vacuum and damp cloths while wearing an N95 respirator, and call a company if odor or residue persists.