Attic fires are especially tricky because they burn out of sight, and the water used to put them out collects in insulation and ceilings below.
Providers inspect rafters and decking, remove burned and wet insulation, clean surviving framing and tarp the roof until a permanent repair is made.
When you need professional help
- Fire started in or spread to the attic
- Roof decking or rafters are charred
- Insulation is wet or smoke-coated
- Ceilings show water stains from above
- The roof is open to weather
How the attic & roof fire cleanup process works
Inspect safely
Evaluate roof and attic stability.
Protect
Tarp the roof and the interior below.
Remove insulation
Take out burned or contaminated insulation.
Clean framing
Remove char and soot from surviving wood.
Rebuild
Repair roofing and replace insulation.
Safety considerations
- Attic floors and fire-damaged roofs can fail under weight
- Heat in an Arizona attic can be extreme, so crews limit time and hydrate
- Old insulation may contain hazardous materials
Common questions
Why does my ceiling have water stains?
Water from firefighting can pool in attic insulation and leak down over time.
Can I go into my attic to check?
It is safer to have a professional assess it.
Information on this page is general. A licensed provider must inspect your property to recommend specific work. We are a referral service and do not perform the work ourselves.
