Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Central West Virginia
A fire, even a small kitchen fire, can affect far more than the room where it started. Smoke and soot travel through a building, odors settle into materials, and the water used to put out the fire causes damage of its own. Red Ridge Contracting helps homeowners and businesses recover with one local contractor for cleanup, restoration and rebuilding. We’re IICRC certified and hold WV Contractor License #WV064509.
Dealing with fire or smoke damage? Call 24/7: (304) 439-6619.
What Fire Damage Restoration Includes
- Securing the property: board-up of windows and doors and tarping roof openings to protect the structure.
- Water removal and drying: fire suppression often leaves standing water and wet materials behind. Our water damage restoration process addresses it.
- Soot and smoke cleanup: cleaning affected surfaces and contents where possible.
- Odor treatment: addressing lingering smoke odor in the structure.
- Removal of damaged materials: tear-out of burned or unsalvageable drywall, insulation, flooring and framing. Dumpster rentals are available for debris.
- Rebuilding: framing, drywall, electrical coordination, flooring, cabinets and paint through our general contracting services.
When a structure is a total loss, our building demolition team can handle removal and site preparation for rebuilding.
See how we take a home from cleanup to rebuild: fire, water and flood repair and rebuild.
Why Smoke Damage Spreads
Smoke moves wherever air moves: through ductwork, into closets, behind cabinets and into attic spaces. That’s why rooms far from the fire can still smell like smoke or show a film of soot. A careful inspection of the whole building, not just the burned area, helps make sure nothing is missed in the cleanup or in your claim.
Our Process
- Call us any time. We’re available 24/7 for emergencies.
- Free inspection. Once the fire department has cleared the property, we assess fire, smoke and water damage and explain the next steps.
- Secure and stabilize. Board-up, tarping and water removal help prevent further damage.
- Document for your claim. Photos and a detailed scope support your insurance claim.
- Clean, remove and restore. We clean what can be saved and remove what can’t.
- Rebuild. One crew carries your project through to completion.
Local Fire Restoration Across Five Counties
Red Ridge serves Upshur, Lewis, Randolph, Barbour and Harrison Counties, including Buckhannon, French Creek and Tennerton; Weston and Jane Lew; Elkins; Philippi; and Clarksburg and Bridgeport. Because we’re local, you’re working with neighbors who will be here long after your project is finished.
Fire Damage and Insurance
Fire claims can be some of the most complicated claims a property owner goes through. We work with any and all insurance companies. We document the damage thoroughly, explain the scope of work in plain language, and meet with your adjuster when needed. Visit our insurance claim repairs page to see how the process works. For a plain-language guide to each step, see our insurance claim walkthrough.
Keep receipts for temporary housing, meals and emergency purchases, and ask your insurer what your policy covers. For costs not covered by insurance, financing is available through Acorn Finance.
After a Fire: What You Can Do
- Don’t enter the building until the fire department says it’s safe.
- Contact your insurance company to start your claim.
- Take photos of damage before anything is moved, if you can do so safely.
- Avoid wiping soot off walls or upholstery, which can smear it deeper into surfaces.
- Don’t turn on electrical systems or HVAC until they’ve been checked.
Why Property Owners Choose Red Ridge
- IICRC certified
- WV Contractor License #WV064509
- Available 24/7 for emergencies
- Free inspections
- Cleanup, demolition and rebuild under one contractor
- Acorn Finance financing
Call (304) 439-6619, email service@redridgewv.com, or contact us to schedule a free inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can smoke damage be cleaned, or does everything need to be replaced?
Many surfaces can be cleaned, but heavily damaged or porous materials sometimes need to be removed. We’ll explain what can be saved during your free inspection.
Why is there water damage after a fire?
Water from firefighting can soak floors, walls and insulation. It needs to be removed and dried to prevent further damage and mold.
Will my insurance cover fire restoration?
Fire is commonly covered by property insurance, but every policy is different. We work with any and all insurance companies and provide documentation for your claim.
Can you rebuild after the cleanup?
Yes. As a licensed general contractor, we handle the full rebuild, so you don’t need a second company.
What if the building can’t be saved?
We offer building demolition and site cleanup so you can start fresh.