Fire Damage Restoration in Salt Lake City, UT

Quick answer

If the fire department has cleared your Salt Lake City property, call (833) 917-4160 and tell the operator your ZIP code and what happened. A local company can protect the building, start cleanup and help with insurance paperwork.

Fire damage in Salt Lake City

Callers from Salt Lake City in Salt Lake County, Utah reach independent restoration companies through our toll free line, and we cover 52 ZIP codes here. Salt Lake City 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: Salt Lake County
ZIP codes covered: 52
Time zone: Mountain Time
Nearest covered cities: West Valley City (6 mi), Midvale (7 mi), Sandy (7 mi)

What affects fire damage around Salt Lake City

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 Utah, so ask about air filtration and HVAC cleaning if smoke entered your building.

Wood stoves, fireplaces and chimneys need regular cleaning and inspection through long winters.
Space heaters and extension cords add fire risk in cold snaps.
Dry air and wind can spread a small fire quickly.

Fire damage services near Salt Lake City

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.
Kitchen Fire Damage Restoration: Cleanup for cooking fires: grease and protein residue, cabinets, appliances and smoke that spread to the rest of the home.
Fire and Water Damage Restoration: Drying and cleanup for the water left behind by fire hoses and sprinklers, handled together with the fire damage.
Contents Cleaning and Pack Out: Inventory, cleaning and storage of furniture, clothing, electronics and keepsakes while the building is restored.

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

After a fire in Salt Lake City: 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City

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Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: West Valley City (about 6 miles), Midvale (about 7 miles), Sandy (about 7 miles), West Jordan (about 9 miles), North Salt Lake (about 9 miles).

Other places we cover in Salt Lake County: Sandy, West Jordan, West Valley City, South Jordan, Bingham Canyon, Draper, Herriman, Magna and 2 more.

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

Questions about fire damage in Salt Lake City

Who does the work in Salt Lake City?

An independent local restoration company that covers Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?

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 Utah 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 Salt Lake City?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as West Valley City, Midvale, Sandy. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

What about wildfire smoke in Salt Lake City?

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.

Is it safe to stay in my Salt Lake City 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.

Do you help businesses in Salt Lake City?

Yes. Callers include homeowners, renters, landlords, property managers and business owners. Tell the operator it is a commercial property and whether you need to reopen quickly.