When fire
hits, call CWF.
After the fire trucks leave, we take over — emergency board-up, soot and smoke removal, odor elimination, and a full rebuild by one company.
Free estimates · Direct insurance billing · 10,000+ customers served
What We Handle
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Chicago
Emergency Board-Up & Tarping
We secure your property immediately — windows, doors, and roof openings — to prevent further damage.
Soot & Smoke Removal
Specialized cleaning for walls, ceilings, and contents — soot is acidic and gets worse the longer it sits.
Odor Elimination
Hydroxyl and ozone treatment removes smoke odor from the structure — not masks it.
Water Damage From Firefighting
Fire hoses leave thousands of gallons behind. We extract and dry as part of the same job.
Contents Cleaning & Inventory
We photograph, inventory, clean, and store salvageable belongings — fully documented for your claim.
Full Reconstruction
From studs to final paint — the same team rebuilds your home like the fire never happened.
How It Works
From emergency to “like it never happened” — in three steps.
Step 1
Within 60 minutes
Emergency Call & Inspection
Call any hour — a live dispatcher sends a certified crew immediately. We inspect, stop the damage from spreading, and document everything for your insurance claim.
Step 2
Days 1–5
Mitigation, Cleanup & Dry-Out
Water extraction, demolition of unsalvageable materials, antimicrobial treatment and full structural drying with commercial equipment — monitored daily.
Step 3
Back to normal
Repairs, Reconstruction & Walkthrough
The same company rebuilds: drywall, flooring, paint and finishes. We do a final walkthrough with you to make sure it's like the damage never happened.
Reviews
Chicagoland trusts CWF.
2,000+ Google reviews — read them all →
“Don't hesitate to call these guys! They are thorough, fair, and efficient. They came out the same day I called them for water damage from a roof leak… They will handle your insurance claim as well. They made the process so easy and straightforward.”
Victoria P.
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“I cannot say enough GREAT things about Chicago Water & Fire Restoration… It is the best thing that could have happened in the midst of a water emergency. I received a call back immediately upon reaching out for help, and I was kept up to date every step of the way.”
Christine O.
Google review
“Ivan and Demetrio did an amazing job removing the water damage in my kitchen. They were very clean and careful of my home. I'm very pleased with the clean up process.”
Joan S.
Google review
“My kitchen restoration was completed in timely and professional manner. Travis the project manager was very patient and made sure the work was completed to my satisfaction.”
Augusta K.
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“Came in and got to work while finding out the necessary details. Very detail oriented, answered all questions, efficient and courteous. Shondell and Jeremiah did a great job.”
Jesus M.
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“Connor, Jeremy and David were fantastic — very professional and did a wonderful job explaining the entire process. Highly recommended!”
William K.
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Join 10,000+ satisfied customers across Chicagoland.
Free Estimate
Tell us what happened. We'll handle the rest.
Answer a few quick questions and a live dispatcher will reach out fast. For active emergencies, calling is always quickest — crews are standing by 24/7.
- Takes less than 60 seconds
- Response within minutes, 24/7
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- We bill your insurance directly
Common Questions
Answers before you call.
What should I do right after a fire?+
Don't re-enter until the fire department clears it. Then call us — we board up openings, assess structural safety, and start documentation for your insurance claim the same day.
Can smoke odor really be removed completely?+
Yes — but not with air fresheners. We use hydroxyl generators, ozone treatment, and thermal fogging to neutralize odor at the molecular level, plus sealing where needed.
Does insurance cover fire restoration?+
Fire is covered by virtually every homeowner policy. We document the loss, prepare detailed estimates, and communicate directly with your adjuster from day one.
Can any of my belongings be saved?+
More than you'd expect. We inventory everything, professionally clean smoke-damaged contents, and document unsalvageable items for your claim.
Damage doesn't wait. Neither do we.
Crews standing by, 24 hours a day.
Serving the Chicago Metropolitan Area & Surrounding Region with a 60-minute emergency response — since 1988.
720 North Larch Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126