Question 1

How long does smoke damage restoration take in Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Smoke odor neutralization and surface cleaning typically takes 3–7 days for a residential job. Content cleaning, HVAC decontamination, and structural repairs (if fire damage accompanied the smoke) extend the timeline. Full reconstruction for fire-and-smoke events commonly runs 2–8 weeks depending on the scope. We provide a specific timeline at the start.

Question 2

Does homeowners insurance cover smoke damage in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

Yes — smoke and fire damage are covered perils on standard Georgia homeowners policies. Even smoke damage from a neighboring property's fire is typically covered. We document all damage completely — surfaces, contents, HVAC, structural materials — to support a thorough claim.

Question 3

Can smoke damage be fully removed from a home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when remediated correctly. Smoke particles penetrate porous materials — drywall, insulation, wood framing, upholstery — and soot bonds to surfaces. Effective restoration requires ozone treatment, hydroxyl generators, thermal fogging, specialized surface cleaning, and often replacement of heavily contaminated materials. Painting over smoke without treating it will not eliminate the odor.

Question 4

Is smoke from a small kitchen fire dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Smoke from even a small kitchen fire contains toxic compounds — carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, and benzene — and fine particles that penetrate HVAC systems and spread throughout the home. Any fire significant enough to produce visible smoke or soot warrants professional assessment before you continue living in the space.

Question 5

What is the first thing I should do after smoke damage?

Accepted Answer

Call (404) 913-3030 and call your insurance company. Ventilate the space if safe to do so. Don't attempt to clean soot yourself — improper cleaning spreads particles and drives them deeper into surfaces, making professional restoration harder and more expensive. Document everything with photos before touching anything.

Question 6

How much does smoke damage restoration cost in Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Cost depends on the extent of smoke penetration, HVAC system involvement, content damage, and whether structural repairs are needed. Most jobs covered by insurance run the full claim amount minus the deductible. We provide a free inspection and written estimate before work begins — call (404) 913-3030.

Question 7

Do you also handle fire damage restoration in Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Estate Solutions handles both fire and smoke damage restoration. For jobs with structural fire damage, we manage the complete scope: debris removal, structural assessment, smoke/soot remediation, and full reconstruction. See our fire damage restoration page for the full scope.

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