A house fire changes everything in minutes, and the days after bring more questions than any family should have to sort through alone. ServiceMaster by Cornerstone provides fire damage restoration around the clock, so a trained local crew answers the moment you call. We handle the whole recovery, from emergency board-up and soot removal to structural cleaning, odor remediation, and rebuild, and we keep you informed at every step. Homeowners across the Mid-South have counted on us through their hardest days, backed by more than 65 years of ServiceMaster experience. When it's your home, we bring steadiness and a clear path forward.
Fire or smoke damage at your home? Call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone anytime. We're here 24/7.
Dealing with Fire or Smoke Damage in Your Home?
Fires in homes tend to start with the electrical system, and we've restored homes after all the common causes. Electrical malfunction is a recurring source of house fires across the city's neighborhoods, from failing outlets to overloaded circuits. Older homes carry extra risk, since a good share of Cordova housing predates the 1980s, and some Midtown homes are more than a century old, with wiring never built for today's electronics and appliance loads. Rising summer heat adds to the strain, as Cordova is projected to see far more extreme-heat days in the decades ahead, pushing air conditioners and electrical systems harder. Whatever the cause, we deliver fire damage assessment, soot and smoke removal, structural cleaning, and odor remediation, backed by 65-plus years of ServiceMaster experience across Cand the Mid-South.
Fire & Structural Damage Restoration
Fire leaves behind both the damage you can see and the weakened materials you can't. Our crews assess the structure, remove charred framing, drywall, and finishes, and handle the repairs and reconstruction that return the home to pre-loss condition. Housing runs from century-old Midtown homes to newer suburban construction, and each responds differently, so we match our approach to how the home was built. Older framing and finishes reward a slower, more careful hand. From the first structural assessment through the final rebuild, our fire and smoke damage restoration services follow a clear sequence, so you always know what comes next.
Smoke & Soot Damage Cleanup
Smoke and soot rarely stay in the room where the fire started. Smoke migrates through HVAC systems and settles soot across walls, ceilings, and furnishings in parts of the house the flames never reached, then works into ductwork and wall cavities where it hides. Our technicians use specialized cleaning methods and professional air scrubbing to clear residue from surfaces and from the air itself. Left in place, soot keeps staining and corroding metal, glass, and appliances as it sits. Our soot removal services target the full reach of the contamination, not just the visible char, so nothing gets sealed up behind fresh paint.
Odor Removal & Content Restoration
Smoke odor is often the last thing to leave a home and the hardest to clear on your own. It settles into fabrics, drywall, upholstery, and porous materials, and it keeps resurfacing for months when it isn't treated at the source. We use professional deodorization to neutralize odor rather than mask it, and we clean and restore salvageable belongings and furniture whenever possible. Clothing, upholstery, and keepsakes that seem lost to smoke can often be recovered with the right process. We know certain possessions carry memories no replacement can match, and we approach content restoration with that in mind.
Why Choose ServiceMaster by Cornerstone for Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration
Recovering from a fire takes a team that understands both the science of restoration and the kind of homes is built on.
24/7 Emergency Response. We mobilize as soon as the fire department clears the scene, starting board-up and structural securing right away. Electrical fires happen at any hour without warning, and fast stabilization keeps a bad night from getting worse.
Specialized Smoke & Soot Removal Equipment. We bring professional-grade cleaning tools and air scrubbers, because smoke travels through HVAC systems and settles throughout the home. Reaching all of it takes equipment built for more than a single room.
Content Cleaning & Restoration. We carefully clean and deodorize salvageable belongings and furniture, from upholstery to everyday essentials. Recovering what we can spares you the cost and the loss of replacing it.
65+ Years of Trusted, 24/7 Local Service. We back local crews with national ServiceMaster resources and deep local experience. Cordova housing spans century-old homes to newer construction, and each calls for its own restoration approach.
Why Fire & Smoke Damage Can't Wait
Fire damage keeps progressing long after the flames are out, and the first hours matter most.
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1Step 1Wait for the all-clear before re-entering
Don't go back inside until the fire department confirms it's safe. Structural damage isn't always visible, and a floor or ceiling can be compromised even when it looks sound.
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2Step 2Leave soot-covered surfaces alone
Avoid touching or wiping soot before professional cleanup. Disturbing it smears the residue and drives it deeper into fabrics and finishes, which makes the eventual cleaning harder.
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3Step 3Document the damage for insurance
Once it's safe, photograph and record the affected areas and belongings before anything is moved. Thorough documentation supports your claim and helps you recover more of the loss.
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4Step 4Call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone
Reach out to schedule emergency board-up, a smoke damage assessment, and the start of restoration. The sooner we begin emergency fire restoration the more of your home and belongings we can save.
When to Call for Professional Fire Damage Restoration in Cordova
If you need immediate fire damage restoration call ServiceMaster by Cornerstone. Our crews respond 24/7 across Cordova and the Mid-South with the training and equipment for fire damage cleanup, smoke damage restoration, soot removal, and full fire and smoke damage restoration, from the first board-up through the final rebuild. Reach us any hour, and we'll help you take the next step toward home.
