Canonical: https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/fire-damage/ Fire & smoke · East Texas · 24/7 # Fire Damage Restoration in East Texas Board-up, soot and smoke cleanup, [odor removal](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/smoke-odor/) and full repairs for homes and businesses across East Texas. A careful crew, clear estimates and direct coordination with your insurance. Call (903) 869-8838 Your first 48 hours after a fire - Answered 24/7 - Free estimates - ★★★★★ 5.0 on Google (image: Charred roof eaves and melted siding on the outside of a house after a fire) Exterior fire damage to the eaves and siding **Answered 24/7** A real person picks up day or night, holidays included. **Free estimates** Clear written scope before the big work starts. **Insurance paperwork** Photos, moisture logs and drying records your adjuster can use. **One crew, start to finish** From the first pump-out to the final coat of paint. Wet to Dry, start to finish ## A fire changes everything. We handle the next part. Recovering from a fire is about more than the building. We take over the structure (board-up, soot, the water left by firefighting, odor and the rebuild) so you can focus on your people. You get clear steps, honest updates and one crew, instead of juggling contractors during the hardest week of your year. [Request a free estimate](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/contact-us/#estimate) (image: Dining chairs wrapped in moving blankets and plastic to protect them) (image: Finished breakfast nook with new wood floors, fresh paint and window seat) Fire & Smoke Damage ## What we handle ### Emergency board-up and site safety Secure broken windows and doors, stabilize hazards and protect the structure from weather and entry. ### Soot and smoke residue removal Walls, ceilings, floors, HVAC and contents, each with the right cleaning method. ### Contents cleaning and pack-out Inventory and pack out what can be saved, clean and deodorize it, and store it until the home is ready. ### Odor removal and deodorization Smoke odor gets into framing and fabrics. We treat the source, not just the air. ### Water from firefighting Hoses leave a [water damage](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/water-damage-restoration-services/) job behind. We extract and dry it before mold starts. ### Repairs and rebuild Drywall, paint, trim and [flooring](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/wet-floors-after-a-leak-can-carpet-hardwood-or-laminate-be-saved/) back to pre-loss condition. Interactive tool ## Your first 48 hours after a fire A checklist that saves itself on this device. Work through it at your own pace; call when you are ready. **0 of 9 done** ** Work down the list at your own pace. Your ticks stay on this device. You have done the hard part. Call when you are ready, and we will take it from here. Call (903) 869-8838 Based on American Red Cross guidance for recovering after a home fire, and the client’s own fire process. Saved on this device only. How it works ## After the fire, step by step - ### Secure Board-up and safety check as soon as the [fire department](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/fire-damage-winnsboro/) releases the property. - ### Document Photos and a written scope for [your insurer](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/homeowners-insurance/) before anything is moved. - ### Dry and clean Extract firefighting water, remove soot and smoke residue, pack out contents. - ### Deodorize Treat smoke odor at the source in framing, ducts and fabrics. - ### Rebuild Repairs and a final walkthrough with you. Our work ## Real jobs, real photos Every photo on this site is from a Wet To Dry job. [See all project photos →](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/gallery/) Google reviews ## What East Texas homeowners say What people mention most: Scott answers every question, and the crew shows up on time. [5.0★★★★★78 Google reviews · October 2026](https://www.google.com/maps?cid=7833295686838779911) “Scott Hudson, owner, showed up promptly, explained my options thoroughly and left me feeling confident.” Robert Stroope ★★★★★ Google “Scott and his team were amazing great communication and we’re on time which was a huge plus for me!” John ★★★★★ Google “Very prompt and professional! I love how they explained and provided a clear understanding on what our issue was and how they were going to be able to help us.” Billy Hill ★★★★★ Google “Woke up to my basement flooding due to the water heater. I called and they were on sight within the hour.” justin king ★★★★★ Google “I had a severe water damage from a busted water line from my dishwasher that flooded a pretty significant area within my home. This company within the same day had come out, gave estimates handled all the paperwork, which was such a a blessing.” Terri Conner ★★★★★ Google “He was knowledgeable, punctual, and addressed my 100 questions and concerns in regards to our mold situation. THANK YOU!” Kylee ★★★★★ Google Questions ## Fire & Smoke Damage FAQ ### How soon after a fire should restoration start? As soon as the fire department says it is safe to enter. Soot becomes harder to clean with time, and the water left from firefighting starts its own damage within a day or two. ### Why does the smoke smell keep coming back? Smoke gets into insulation, framing, ductwork and fabrics. Airing out and air fresheners only cover it. Lasting odor removal treats the materials that hold it. ### Do you handle the water damage from firefighting? Yes. It is part of every fire job: extraction, drying and moisture monitoring so [mold](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/mold-remediation/) does not become a second problem. ### Will you work with my insurance company? Yes. We document the loss with photos and a detailed scope and coordinate with your insurer when applicable. ### What areas do you serve for fire damage? We serve [Winnsboro](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/winnsboro-tx/), [Sulphur Springs](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/sulphur-springs-tx/), [Pickton](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/pickton-tx/), [Cumby](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/cumby-tx/), [Clearwater](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/clearwater-tx/) and the communities around them in [Wood, Hopkins and Franklin counties](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/locations/). Call and we will confirm service to your address right away. Related guides from our blog: [Smoke Odor After a Small House Fire: Why the Smell Does Not Go Away on Its Own](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/smoke-odor-after-a-small-house-fire-why-the-smell-does-not-go-away-on-its-own/) and [Understanding the Hidden Dangers After a Fire](https://www.wettodryrestoration.com/hidden-dangers-fire/). Service area ### Fire & Smoke Damage across East Texas Dispatching from Winnsboro to Wood, Hopkins and Franklin counties. Outside these towns? 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