Fire Damage Restoration

For homes or businesses, even a minor blaze can be devastating. Fire often causes structural damage and leaves premises coated in soot and smoke. This hidden grime not only looks unappealing but also contains harmful chemicals that can compromise the occupants' health.

Prompt cleaning is essential to prevent problems from worsening. Rentokil Specialist Hygiene provides a professional fire damage restoration service across the UK. We offer 24/7 emergency response, deploying RSPH‑accredited technicians to remove debris, scrub away soot and neutralise odours.

Our goal is to clear and clean the site so that repair and refurbishment can begin with minimal downtime.

Fire damage cleaning is a specialist process that goes far beyond ordinary cleaning. After a fire, soot, ash, and smoke oils can stick to walls, floors and furniture in ways that household cleaners can’t remove. Our operatives wear protective gear and use industrial vacuums, pressure washers and anti-microbial solutions to strip these residues away.

For hard-to-clean areas, we can also use EcoBlasting, blasting a suitable substrate dependent on the service at high pressure to lift stubborn soot from surfaces. In effect, it’s a deep clean and deodorisation that restores the building as closely as possible to its pre-fire condition, making it safe, hygienic and ready for repair.

Fire damage poses hidden health and safety risks. Smoke and soot contain toxic chemicals and tiny particulates that people should not breathe or touch. Inhaling soot can lead to coughing, breathing problems, skin or eye irritation and long-term exposure is even linked to serious health issues.

Soot is essentially a fine carbon dust with toxic additives, and it coats every surface from walls and ceilings to vents, furnishings and beyond. Carpets, upholstery and even appliances can be ruined if not cleaned promptly. This is why a professional clean up is a matter of health, not just appearance.

Even after the flames are out, hidden dangers remain. During a fire, porous materials heat up and absorb soot and odours, then cool and trap those particles inside. Later, as temperatures change again, the trapped particles can be released back into the air, potentially causing new damage or odour issues.

In other words, inadequate clean up after a fire allows smoke and harmful residues to “reactivate” over time, posing ongoing health risks. Smoke residue can also spread beyond the main fire area.

Soot travels to cooler parts of a building, so rooms adjacent to the blaze may seem untouched but can harbour hidden contaminants. A professional clean addresses these unseen areas, fully decontaminating the property. By removing all residues before redecoration, you minimise the risk of secondary damage or odour problems.

We focus on safety and a rapid response. Once the fire is out, our technicians assess the scene for hazards and set up containment if needed.

We operate a 24/7 emergency callout service to reach you quickly nationwide. Our crews then ventilate the area and start clearing debris.

Key features of our fire damage clean up include:

Throughout the clean up, we document the progress. For stubborn soot and smells EcoBlasting can be used, a non-corrosive substrate blasting method that lifts soot and odours without damaging surfaces. The result is a property that’s clear of residue and safe for rebuilding and/or redecorating.

Certain surfaces like brickwork, render, terracotta, and natural stone often absorb soot deeply during a fire, causing particles to resurface months later and release lingering odours. For these porous materials, we use a natural peelable latex-based solution as part of our restoration service.

This specialist cleaning product is solvent-free and skin-safe, applied as a liquid and peeled off once dry. As it lifts away, it draws out embedded soot particles from within the surface, effectively removing contamination without damaging the material. This is particularly effective on exposed brick walls, concrete, and heritage finishes where traditional methods may fall short.

Grease build up in kitchen extract systems is a major fire hazard. Every time a stove or fryer runs, grease-laden vapours are vented upwards. Over time, fat accumulates in the canopy filters and ducts. In short, professional kitchen ventilation cleaning involves the removal of all grease and grime from hoods, vents, and fans. It’s critical for safety: if a spark reaches a greasy duct, a fire can quickly spread.

In the UK, this cleaning must meet the TR19 standard for fire safety. Most insurers require proof of TR19-compliant cleaning, and failing to provide this documentation can even invalidate your cover.

Rentokil Specialist Hygiene is BESA-certified, so we strictly follow TR19 guidelines. Our service fully degreases canopy filters and ductwork, and we provide a compliance report afterwards. This not only reduces fire risk but also helps ensure you meet insurance and regulatory obligations.

• Over 50 years of specialist cleaning experience.
• Nationwide 24/7 emergency response.
• Fully insured, DBS-checked and RSPH-accredited technicians.
• EcoBlasting service – non-corrosive, eco-friendly, effective on harsh residues.
• Latex soot removal cleaning - latex peel for effective removal of soot from brick work, natural stone, concrete and render.
• High standards and compliance with industry certifications (including TR19).
• Strong customer satisfaction and proven track record across sectors.