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Experiencing a fire is traumatic – but the aftermath can be just as devastating. Soot, smoke, water and extinguishing chemicals can all contribute to both short-term and long-term damage to ceilings, walls, floors, furniture and other items and surfaces. Speed Clean is here to help you through it. With over 40 years in metro Detroit, choose Speed Clean for the best local smoke, water and fire damage restoration.

Expert Fire Damage Restoration Services

If you’ve experienced a fire, you’re dealing with several types of damage. There’s damage from the fire itself, damage from smoke, and damage from the water used to put it out. Here’s how we can help bring your home back to normal:

  • 24/7 Emergency Service – we can be on site and assisting you within the hour
  • Emergency board-up and structural stabilization
  • Emergency pre-cleaning
  • Assistance with the insurance claims process, including meeting insurance adjusters
  • Damage assessment and estimate from trained professionals
  • Inventory and removal of damaged household goods, personal possessions and other contents for cleaning and restoration
  • Content cleaning and/or content pack-out
  • Smoke odor removal, deodorization, sanitation and air purification
  • Mold Remediation Services to prevent mold growth and damage

Speed Clean has been a trusted source for water, fire and smoke damage restoration in metro Detroit for more than 40 years. When suffering from fire loss and damage, it is important to work with experienced and certified professionals who can help you through this process.

How Smoke & Fire Damage Restoration Works

Everyone understands the destruction a fire can do, but many do not realize that time is of the essence when it comes to restoration and cleanup.

Much of the material found in furniture, flooring, and appliances is synthetic. When burned, synthetics create a variety of complex corrosive chemical reactions that will turn these items from cleanable to non-salvageable in a matter of days. This is why it’s crucial to act quickly after a fire and hire a fire damage restoration service like Speed Clean. Here are the steps we follow to get the job done:

We use the latest equipment and supplies in our fire and smoke restoration process:

  • Our specialists will make a thorough visual assessment and inspection of the damaged property, including the presence of odor, soot, ash and other fire elements.
  • We will make an estimate for your fire damage restoration and upon approval, deploy our service technicians and cleaning specialists.
  • All affected building materials will be removed and contents will either be discarded or cleaned upon owner approval. Although soot and smoke odors permeate through porous surfaces and are difficult to get rid of, we understand what needs to be done to effectively clean and salvage belongings.
  • Any associated water damage will be addressed through our water restoration services, while we thoroughly clean and deodorize all affected areas.

Once the assessment and inspection has been done, we will have already discussed repairs with your insurance adjuster and will have a plan to rebuild and/or replace to restore your property to its pre-fire condition.

We use the latest, state-of-the-art equipment and supplies in our fire and smoke restoration process. It is our pleasure to provide you with high-quality service, support and most importantly, peace of mind.

Why Speed Clean Services?

Speed Clean Services is committed to delivering the exact services our commercial and residential cleaning customers want, listening closely to their expectations, taking a pro-active approach in defining their needs, and building the best partnering relationship possible.

  • Family Owned & Operated Since 1980, Speed Clean has been dedicated to providing top-quality cleaning services to homes businesses in the Detroit metro area. As a local, family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on our commitment to delivering outstanding results, unmatched accountability, and a high level of professionalism.
  • Quality Guaranteed We stand behind the quality of our services. If you are not completely satisfied with our work, we will make it right with a free reservice. Your satisfaction is our priority.
  • IICRC-Certified Speed Clean takes the business of cleaning seriously. We are certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), demonstrating our expertise, adherence to industry standards, and commitment to providing exceptional service.

Carpet Cleaning FAQs

While it’s tempting to handle fire and smoke damage cleanup on your own, it’s highly recommended to seek professional help. Fire damage restoration requires specialized knowledge, equipment, and techniques to ensure proper cleaning and restoration. Professionals have the expertise to identify hidden damage, handle hazardous materials, and prevent further harm. DIY cleaning attempts may not fully remove all traces of smoke and soot, leading to long-term issues such as persistent odors and health risks.

The duration of fire damage restoration depends on the extent of the damage and the size of the property. Minor fire damage may be addressed within a few days, while more significant incidents can take weeks or even months to fully restore. Professionals will assess the damage, create a customized restoration plan, and provide an estimated timeline based on the specific circumstances.

Professional fire damage restoration services include the evaluation and restoration of your personal belongings and contents. Skilled technicians will assess the condition of items and determine which can be salvaged. They employ specialized techniques such as content cleaning, deodorization, and restoration to restore as many items as possible. However, certain items severely damaged by fire may need to be discarded for safety reasons.

Smoke odors can be pervasive and challenging to eliminate completely without professional assistance. Fire damage restoration experts use advanced techniques like thermal fogging, ozone treatment, and air scrubbing to neutralize and eliminate smoke odors. These methods effectively target and remove odor-causing particles from the air and surfaces, significantly improving indoor air quality and eliminating unpleasant smells.


In most cases, fire and smoke damage restoration services are covered by homeowners’ insurance policies. It’s important to contact your insurance company as soon as possible after the incident to report the damage and initiate the claims process. Insurance adjusters will assess the damage, and if covered, the restoration company can work directly with the insurance provider to coordinate the necessary services and documentatio


Exposure to fire and smoke damage can have both immediate and long-term health effects. In addition to the potential for respiratory issues, smoke contains harmful chemicals and particles that can pose health risks. Lingering smoke odors may also trigger allergies or respiratory sensitivities. Prompt and thorough fire damage restoration helps eliminate these risks, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for occupants.