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Fire damage restoration in Austin is the process of cleaning, repairing, and rebuilding a home after a fire, and it involves far more than just scrubbing soot off the walls. Smoke works its way into drywall, insulation, ductwork, and even the framing, and if it isn’t handled correctly, the smell and the damage can linger for years. Dryden Restoration Austin has been serving homeowners in Austin and the surrounding communities since 2005, and we’re available by phone 24 hours a day at (361) 326-2081. When a fire disrupts your home, a real person answers our line, not a voicemail, and you’ll get a straight answer about what happens next. Carl Brandt leads our restoration team, and every job starts with the same commitment: a written price before any tool is touched, a named arrival window, and a written 365-Day Done Right Promise on every repair.
Fire Damage Restoration Company
A Fire Damage Restoration Company handles the full scope of recovery after a residential fire: securing the structure, removing smoke and soot residue, drying out water left by firefighting, and rebuilding what was lost. You need one the moment the fire is out and the fire marshal says the home is safe to enter, because soot becomes more corrosive and smoke odor more deeply embedded with every passing day. Dryden Restoration Austin is an independently owned and operated Kingswell company serving Austin since 2005, and we perform all our Fire Damage Restoration in Austin to IICRC, RIA, and IFA standards using professional-grade equipment like Dri-Eaz and Phoenix drying systems. Typical fire damage restoration in Austin runs between $3,200 and $22,000, depending on the size of the fire and the extent of structural damage. We start every job with a free on-site assessment and a written scope of work, so you’ll know the exact price before any work begins.
Emergency Board-Up and Stabilization
After a fire, your home may have broken windows, roof openings, or compromised walls that leave it exposed to weather and intruders. We arrive quickly to install board-up and tarps, securing the property so no further damage occurs while the restoration plan is being prepared.
Full-Scope Structural Restoration
From replacing charred framing to installing new drywall, flooring, and trim, our crew handles the complete rebuild so you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every piece of that work in writing.
Restoration work we handle
Smoke Damage Restoration
Smoke Damage Restoration targets the invisible but destructive residues smoke leaves behind after a fire, even in rooms where flames never reached. Smoke deposits acidic soot and oily film on walls, ceilings, carpet, furniture, and inside HVAC ducts, and if it isn’t cleaned professionally, the odor returns every time the humidity in Austin rises. Dryden Restoration Austin treats smoke damage using HEPA-filtered air scrubbers, thermal fogging, and hydroxyl generators, the same professional-grade machines used by large commercial restoration teams. Smoke damage restoration in Austin typically runs between $1,800 and $8,500 depending on square footage and how far the smoke traveled through the home. The longer you wait, the deeper the smoke particles work into porous materials, so we recommend calling us at (361) 326-2081 as soon as the fire is out.
HVAC and Duct Decontamination
Smoke gets pulled into your air handler and distributed through every vent in the house, which is why a room untouched by flame can still smell like a campfire. We inspect and clean the ductwork, replace filters, and run air scrubbers to keep particles from recirculating.
Content Cleaning and Deodorizing
Furniture, clothing, books, and keepsakes can often be restored rather than thrown away, using specialized dry-cleaning sponges, ultrasonic cleaning, and ozone or hydroxyl treatment. We inventory and photograph everything we take for cleaning, so nothing gets lost.
Fire Damage Repair
Fire Damage Repair is the physical reconstruction phase that follows cleanup: replacing burned framing, drywall, insulation, flooring, cabinetry, roofing, and electrical components. It begins only after the property is fully dried and decontaminated, because installing new materials over hidden smoke residue means the odor and corrosion come back. Dryden Restoration Austin is a full-service fire damage repair contractor in Austin, handling everything from a small kitchen fire to a whole-room rebuild, with a written price agreed before any work starts and a written 365-Day Done Right Promise on every repair. Fire damage repair in Austin generally costs between $2,500 and $18,000, depending on whether the damage is cosmetic or structural. We work directly with your insurance company, providing photo documentation and a detailed scope of work to support your claim.
Structural Framing and Drywall
Burned studs, rafters, and joists get evaluated for structural integrity, and anything compromised is sistered or replaced per local Austin building code. Then we hang, tape, and finish new drywall with a smooth surface ready for paint or texture.
Finish Carpentry and Cabinetry
We rebuild or install new baseboards, window trim, doors, and kitchen or bath cabinetry, matching existing styles where possible. Everything is set, leveled, and finished properly so the repaired areas look like the fire never happened.
Fire Damage Cleanup
Fire Damage Cleanup is the first phase of active restoration: removing loose debris, ash, charred contents, and the water used by firefighters before it soaks deeper into the structure. You need it immediately, because standing water and wet soot start warping floors, corroding metal, and breeding mold within 48 to 72 hours in Central Texas heat. Dryden Restoration Austin arrives with Dri-Eaz and Phoenix extraction and drying equipment, running heavy-duty dehumidifiers and monitoring moisture with professional psychrometric meters. Fire damage cleanup in Austin typically runs between $1,500 and $6,000, with the exact cost determined by square footage and how much water was introduced. Our written price comes before any work begins, and a real person answers our 24/7 line to schedule the first visit.
Debris Removal and Safe Disposal
We remove burned furniture, carpet, drywall, and insulation, separating salvageable items from unsalvageable ones and disposing of everything per Austin’s waste regulations. We take photos of everything before it leaves the property for your insurance adjuster.
Water Extraction and Drying
Firefighting water, often hundreds of gallons, gets extracted with truck-mounted and portable units, then the structure is dried with professional-grade dehumidifiers and air movers. Our technicians track moisture readings daily until the property is fully dry, documenting the entire process for your claim.
Smoke Odor Removal
Smoke Odor Removal eliminates the acrid smell that clings to walls, carpet, furniture, and clothing long after a fire is out. The process goes beyond masking with air freshener: it breaks down the smoke particles at the molecular level so they can’t re-release odor when Austin’s humidity spikes. Dryden Restoration Austin uses hydroxyl generators and thermal fogging, two professional methods that neutralize odor rather than covering it, and we include duct cleaning in every smoke odor removal job. Depending on the size of the home and how far the smoke traveled, smoke odor removal in Austin typically runs between $900 and $4,500. We put our guarantee in writing: if the odor returns within 365 days, we come back and re-treat at no charge.
Thermal Fogging Treatment
Thermal fogging disperses a heated deodorizing agent that penetrates the same crevices and pores the smoke entered, including behind walls and inside cabinets. It’s one of the most effective methods we use for stubborn, embedded odor in older Austin homes with lots of wood surfaces.
Hydroxyl Generation and Air Scrubbing
Hydroxyl generators safely break down odor molecules in the air and on surfaces without requiring the home to be vacated. Combined with HEPA air scrubbers, they pull particles out of the air while actively neutralizing what’s settled on walls, floors, and furniture.
Fire and Water Damage Restoration
Fire and Water Damage Restoration handles both halves of a fire emergency together, because the water used to put out the fire often causes as much damage as the flames themselves. Firefighters can dump hundreds or even thousands of gallons into a home, soaking insulation, drywall, flooring, and structural wood, and that water starts causing rot and mold within two to three days. Dryden Restoration Austin is uniquely positioned for this work because fire restoration and water restoration are both core services we’ve performed in Austin since 2005, using the same equipment and the same IICRC-aligned techniques. Combined fire and water damage restoration in Austin typically runs between $4,500 and $25,000, depending on the extent of both types of damage. We handle the full recovery from start to finish: extraction, drying, soot removal, deodorizing, and rebuilding, all under one written price.
Moisture Mapping and Drying
We use professional-grade moisture meters to map exactly where the water traveled, including inside walls and under flooring, because what you can’t see is what causes mold. Drying equipment from Dri-Eaz and Phoenix runs continuously, and we monitor progress daily with documented readings.
Mold Prevention During Restoration
Drying a fire-damaged home quickly and thoroughly is the single most important step in preventing a secondary mold problem. We apply antimicrobial treatments to affected framing and decking, and we verify dryness with professional instruments before any drywall or flooring goes back in.
Soot Removal
Soot Removal is the careful cleaning of the black, oily, acidic residue left by fire smoke on walls, ceilings, floors, cabinets, and contents. Untreated soot permanently stains painted surfaces, etches glass, corrodes metal, and embeds itself in fabric, which is why it can’t be cleaned with a sponge and household cleaner. Dryden Restoration Austin uses specialized dry-cleaning sponges, HEPA vacuums, and chemical solvents engineered specifically for soot chemistry, always testing materials first to avoid further damage. Soot removal in Austin typically runs between $1,200 and $5,500, depending on the square footage and how heavy the soot deposits are. We photograph everything before and after, and our written price includes all materials and labor before the job starts.
Surface-Specific Soot Cleaning
Different materials react to soot differently: painted drywall needs dry sponging and repainting, wood needs solvent cleaning and resealing, and tile needs degreasing and grout cleaning. Our technicians test each surface and use the right method for that material.
Content Soot Cleaning
We clean soot from salvageable furniture, electronics, dishes, and decor using ultrasonic tanks and specialized wipes, not just wiping the surface but removing residue from crevices. Items that can’t be cleaned are documented and listed for your insurance so you’re not left without compensation.
Brands We Service
Our team uses ProRestore, Unsmoke, and Hydroxyl Technologies products for soot and odor work, and we’re familiar with the chemistry of each product line, so your home gets the right treatment for the type of fire it experienced. We also work with SERVPRO-style equipment and supplies on many projects, though we’re not affiliated with any other franchise.
We’re trained on the IICRC’s Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) curriculum and we follow RIA and IFA standards on every job, so whether your home was affected by a grease fire, an electrical fire, or a chimney fire, we know how to handle it. Our equipment fleet includes Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, and Injectidry systems, and we maintain and calibrate our meters regularly so the readings we give you are accurate.
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- You smell smoke days after the fire. If the smell persists after you’ve cleaned surfaces, smoke particles are inside your walls, insulation, or ductwork. The longer they stay, the harder they are to remove, and in Austin’s humidity, the smell will keep coming back.
- Your walls or ceiling feel damp or cool to the touch. Water from firefighting is trapped inside the structure and hasn’t dried out. This leads to rot, structural weakening, and mold growth within days.
- You see soot staining that won’t wipe clean with a household cleaner. Soot is oily and acidic. Once it bonds to a painted surface, the only fix is professional cleaning and repainting. Rubbing it harder just pushes the stain deeper.
- Your smoke detector keeps going off for no obvious reason. Fine soot particles in the air are still circulating, which means your air handler and ducts are contaminated. Running the AC just spreads the particles through every room.
- Metal surfaces are corroding or discolored. Soot is acidic enough to etch chrome, brass, and aluminum within days. If your door handles, light fixtures, or appliances show signs of tarnish, the same acid is at work on your walls and framing.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Emergency Contact and Assessment. Call us at (361) 326-2081 and you’ll reach a live person, any time of day or night. We’ll ask questions about the fire, the size of the home, and where the damage is concentrated, then schedule a visit within the window we give you.
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On-Site Inspection and Written Estimate. Carl Brandt and our restoration technicians walk the property, document all damage with photos and notes, and test for hidden moisture and smoke penetration. You’ll receive a written, itemized price before any work begins, and that number doesn’t change at the door.
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Mitigation and Stabilization. We board up openings, tarp the roof if needed, remove standing water, and begin extraction and drying with Dri-Eaz and Phoenix equipment. We also remove unsalvageable debris and set up air scrubbers to stop soot from spreading.
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Cleaning, Deodorizing, and Structural Repair. Soot and smoke residue are removed from all surfaces, thermal fogging or hydroxyl treatment neutralizes odor, and we rebuild or repair framing, drywall, flooring, and finishes. Every step is documented with photos for your insurance claim.
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Final Walkthrough and Written Warranty. We walk the finished job with you, check that every item on the scope is complete, and give you the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If any covered repair fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge.
How Much Does Fire Damage Restoration Cost in Austin?
A typical fire damage restoration in Austin runs between $3,200 and $22,000. Minor smoke cleanup in a single room without structural damage usually lands on the lower end, around $2,500 to $6,000, while a full kitchen fire with water damage, drywall replacement, and cabinet rebuild often falls between $8,000 and $18,000. Whole-house fires with substantial structural work can exceed $25,000.
The biggest factors are the size of the fire, how much water was used to put it out, and how long the home sat before restoration began. Homes in older Austin neighborhoods like Hyde Park or Allandale often have plaster walls and older wiring, which can add time and labor compared to newer construction in communities like Wells Branch or Shady Hollow, while nearby areas such as Leander may have different building codes that affect Fire Damage Restoration in Leander. Insurance coverage plays a large role too: most homeowner policies cover fire damage restoration minus your deductible, and we work directly with your adjuster using photo documentation and written scope-of-work pricing. Every estimate from Dryden Restoration Austin includes a free on-site inspection, a written line item breakdown, and no obligation. If you’re comparing companies, ask whether the price is written before work starts and whether the warranty is on paper.
Our Service Area Near Austin
Dryden Restoration Austin serves homeowners throughout the Austin metro area, from Fire Damage Restoration in Round Rock up to Fire Damage Restoration in Leander, and down through Kyle, Lakeway, Bastrop, Lockhart, Lost Creek, Hornsby Bend, and Taylor. Most Austin calls see a technician on-site within two to three hours of your first call. If you’re in a surrounding community, call (361) 326-2081 and we’ll give you a straight answer on when we can be there. We’re the Fire Damage Restoration in Austin team that puts the price in writing before the first tool is touched. From home to business, the Kingswell standard follows.
Serving Austin, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Austin area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fire Damage Restoration in Austin
Fire damage restoration is the complete process of returning a fire-damaged home to its pre-loss condition, including debris removal, water extraction, soot cleanup, odor removal, structural repair, and content cleaning. In Austin, it’s performed by IICRC-aligned restoration companies like Dryden Restoration Austin, who follow industry standards and provide written documentation for insurance claims. We’ve been providing fire damage restoration in Austin TX since 2005. Call (361) 326-2081 for a free assessment and written estimate.
Most fire damage restoration projects in Austin take between one and four weeks, depending on the size of the fire and whether structural rebuilding is required. Small kitchen fires with minor smoke damage often finish within 7 to 10 days, while fires that burned through walls or roofing require framing, drywall, and finish work that extends the timeline. We give you a written schedule at the start and stick to it, with your named technician available to answer questions throughout the job.
Fire damage restoration in Austin TX runs between $3,200 and $22,000 for most residential projects, with small smoke cleanup jobs on the lower end and structural rebuilds at the upper end. The size of the fire, the water used to extinguish it, and how long the home sat before restoration all affect the final price. Dryden Restoration Austin gives every customer a written, itemized price before any work begins, so there are no surprises at the door. Call (361) 326-2081 for a free, no-obligation estimate and we’ll assess your home in person.
Yes, we handle kitchen fires, electrical fires, chimney fires, grease fires, and furnace or appliance fires in Austin homes. Each type leaves a different residue profile, and our technicians are trained in the IICRC Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician curriculum to treat each one properly. We also handle the water damage that accompanies firefighter response, so you don’t need a second company for the drying and mold prevention. We’re an independently owned and operated Kingswell company serving Austin and surrounding communities including our Fire Damage Restoration in Round Rock, and every job includes a written price and the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Yes, Dryden Restoration Austin provides 24/7 emergency response for fire damage restoration in Austin TX, with a live person answering our line day and night at (361) 326-2081. We can usually have a technician on-site within two to three hours of your call, to begin board-up, water extraction, and soot containment. The sooner we start, the more of your home and belongings we can save.
Every fire damage restoration project from Dryden Restoration Austin includes the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing: if any covered repair fails within a full year, we return and correct it at no charge. The guarantee covers workmanship on structural repairs, finish work, and deodorizing treatment. It’s the Kingswell standard we’ve followed since 2005, and it’s documented on every job, not just spoken.
First, call your insurance company to report the fire and start a claim, then call us at (361) 326-2081 to schedule a free on-site assessment. Before we arrive, don’t touch or try to clean soot-covered surfaces, because improper cleaning can push the damage deeper and make restoration more expensive. If it’s safe to enter, take photos of the damage for your records, and shut off your HVAC system to prevent soot from circulating through the home. Our team will handle everything else from there, including working directly with your adjuster.
Schedule Your Fire Damage Restoration Service in Austin Today
A fire leaves enough to worry about without stacking contractor no-shows and changing prices on top of it. Call Dryden Restoration Austin at (361) 326-2081 and you’ll reach a live person who can schedule a free on-site estimate, 24 hours a day. You’ll get a written price before any work begins and a written 365-Day Done Right Promise when the job is done. That’s the Kingswell way: say the price before the work, show up in the window we gave, and leave the place cleaner than we found it. Call now for a no-obligation assessment from a team that’s been serving Austin homeowners since 2005.
Written by Carl Brandt, Owner at Dryden Restoration Austin, serving Austin, TX since 2005.