Water damage drying
Fire & smoke cleanup
Mold remediation
Storm response
Sewage cleanup
ReconstructionFree visual inspection and a written scope of work before any mitigation begins - photos, moisture readings, and drying logs go in your claim file
The scope we write is the scope we bill. Anything new gets shown to you, in writing, before we touch it.
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Fire damage restoration in Fontana follows a pattern most restoration companies never see: wind-driven embers and ash from the Cajon Pass settle into foothill homes on 92336 and 92337, often before any flame arrives, and then suppression water creates a second emergency inside the same walls. Renew Water Damage has served Fontana since 2015, and we run IICRC-certified crews through the full sequence, from soot and smoke removal to structural drying. When a Santa Ana event pushes smoke into your neighborhood, call (833) 620-3891.
Why Fontana Homes Are Different
Fontana sits at the bottom of the Cajon Pass, and that geography shapes every restoration job we take here. The same terrain that gives the city its views also channels Santa Ana winds down the pass at 60 to 70 miles per hour, pushing embers into the northern foothill subdivisions and coating the entire north end in ash. We see it after every major wind event: homes with no visible flame damage that carry smoke odor in their HVAC systems, ash packed into attic vents, and fine soot on every horizontal surface. Then comes the water. Suppression efforts and wind-driven rain hit those same stucco-and-tile homes, and the slab-on-grade construction sends moisture traveling horizontally under walls before it ever shows on the surface. Older tract housing in the southern core near 92335 adds another layer: mid-century framing, older roof penetrations, and decades of minor leaks that have already compromised drywall. Fontana’s seasonal whiplash doesn’t help. Long dry summers bake soils and roof materials, then sudden winter downpours test every flashing, seal, and stucco penetration at once. The result is a restoration market where fire, water, and mold are often three stages of the same event, and you need a team that treats them as one system.
Restoration work we handle
Our Main Fontana Services
Most Fontana homeowners call us for one of two reasons: water intrusion from a sudden storm or plumbing failure, or mold discovered after hidden moisture has been sitting behind walls. Both require more than surface cleanup, and both are covered by dedicated Fontana pages below.
Water Damage Restoration in Fontana
Water in a Fontana home rarely stays where you can see it. Slab-on-grade construction in the newer northern tracts means water runs along the concrete and wicks into drywall from the bottom up, while older southern homes hide it in wall cavities behind decades of patched drywall. We use Dri-Eaz and Phoenix dehumidifiers with XPOWER air movers, and Injectidry cavity-drying systems to dry inside walls and subfloors without opening every surface. Read the full breakdown on our Water Damage Restoration in Fontana page.
Mold Remediation in Fontana
Fontana’s dry-season-then-downpour pattern creates the exact conditions mold needs: a long period of moisture intrusion nobody noticed, followed by heat. By the time mold shows as a stain or smell, the colony is usually larger than the visible patch. Our IICRC-certified crews follow S520 remediation standards, contain the affected area, remove contaminated material, and dry to standards a generalist contractor won’t hit. Full details are on our Mold Remediation in Fontana page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Fire Damage Restoration in Fontana
The Cajon Pass wind events that sweep through Fontana each fall create a specific restoration challenge: homes with no burn damage that still carry deep smoke and ash contamination throughout their living space. Embers land on tile roofs and in gutters, smoke forces its way through attic vents and window seals, and ash settles into HVAC ductwork where every future furnace cycle redistributes it through the house. Renew Water Damage handles the full fire-to-water sequence in Fontana, including the post-suppression drying and mold prevention that follows any structure fire. Our crews work to IICRC S700 fire and smoke restoration standards. Learn more about this discipline at our Fire Damage Restoration hub.
Smoke Damage Restoration
Signs you need it
A lingering campfire smell that never fades, yellowing on walls or ceilings, or black dust on vents and window sills after a nearby fire or wind event.
What it costs in Fontana
Smoke damage restoration in Fontana typically runs $200 to $2,500 depending on how much square footage is affected and whether ductwork is involved.
How we do it
We clean surfaces with dry-chemical sponges, run HEPA air scrubbers, neutralize odor at its source, and clean or seal ductwork so the smell doesn’t return on the next furnace cycle.
Smoke Odor Removal
Signs you need it
The smell fades when windows are open but returns within hours, or you notice it strongest in rooms farthest from any actual fire source.
What it costs in Fontana
Smoke odor removal in Fontana typically costs $200 to $1,500, with larger homes on the upper end due to additional equipment and treatment time.
How we do it
We identify the odor source, deploy hydroxyl generators or ozone treatments in unoccupied spaces, and seal porous surfaces after cleaning to prevent re-release.
What Fire Damage Restoration Costs in Fontana
| Item | Typical range in Fontana |
|---|---|
| Smoke damage restoration | $200 – $2,500 |
| Smoke odor removal | $200 – $1,500 |
| Fire cleanup and debris removal | $800 – $3,000 |
Two factors push fire restoration costs higher in Fontana specifically: HVAC contamination from ash-laden Santa Ana winds, which requires full duct cleaning or sealing, and post-suppression water hidden in slab foundations that must be dried before reconstruction can start.
Does insurance cover fire damage restoration in Fontana?
Most homeowner policies cover fire, smoke, and suppression-related water damage. We document every step with photos and work directly with your adjuster so the claim reflects the full scope, not just the visible damage. Call (833) 620-3891, estimates are free.
How fast can a crew start smoke cleanup in Fontana after a wind event?
We typically begin smoke and ash mitigation within one to two days of a call. Ash settles deeper into textiles and ductwork the longer it sits, so starting earlier reduces the eventual scope. Call (833) 620-3891 and we will schedule an assessment.
Brands We Service in Fontana
Our Fontana crews carry Dri-Eaz and Phoenix dehumidifiers, XPOWER air movers, and Injectidry cavity-drying systems, all maintained for immediate deployment on local jobs. We stock common parts locally and can source specialty components within days. See the full list on our brands page.
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| Service | Typical range in Fontana |
|---|---|
| Water extraction and drying | $500 – $4,000 |
| Sewage cleanup | $1,000 – $5,000+ |
| Structural drying | $500 – $2,500 |
| Mold remediation | $1,500 – $8,000 |
| Emergency tarp and board-up | $200 – $800 |
| Fire cleanup and debris removal | $800 – $3,000 |
| Smoke damage restoration | $200 – $2,500 |
| Flooded basement repair | $1,000 – $10,000+ |
In Fontana, prices climb when slab foundations hide water that has traveled from the original leak site, because drying requires Injectidry cavity systems and longer equipment runtimes. You get a written scope with line-item pricing before we start, so the number we quote is the number you approve.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fontana
We work across all four Fontana ZIP codes, from the mid-century tracts near downtown through the foothill subdivisions that catch the worst of the Cajon Pass winds. Our response time in the area is typically within a few hours for water emergencies.
- Downtown Fontana / 92335
- Northgate and the northern foothills / 92336
- Southridge and the warehouse districts / 92337
- Walnut Village / 92335
- Sierra Lakes and the golf course communities / 92336
Service Area – Cities Near Fontana
Our Fontana crews also cover the communities directly around the city, including Bloomington, CA, Rialto, CA, Glen Avon, CA, and Pedley, CA. When a wind event or storm hits the broader Inland Empire, we stage equipment across these areas so response doesn’t depend on where our truck happens to be parked.
Serving Fontana, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fontana area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Restoration Company in Fontana
For water and fire emergencies we typically reach most Fontana neighborhoods within a few hours. Our equipment and crews are staged in the region, and we prioritize mitigation calls because every hour of standing water expands the affected area. Call (833) 620-3891 and we will give you a direct arrival window.
Mitigation work like water extraction, drying, and smoke cleanup generally does not require permits. Reconstruction after significant fire or structural damage usually does, and we coordinate with the City of Fontana on your behalf so the permit sequencing doesn’t delay the rebuild.
We handle restoration across the large distribution and light-industrial buildings in the south end, and we have experience managing claims across multi-unit residential properties. Photo documentation, adjuster coordination, and written scopes keep property owners and tenants aligned on what’s happening and what it costs.
When the Santa Ana winds push smoke into your Fontana neighborhood, or a slab leak starts spreading under your floors, call (833) 620-3891 for a free estimate. One certified team from extraction through final restoration, with the equipment and the documentation to do it right.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local damage restoration pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Fontana Customers Say
"They did good work in a bad situation. The equipment was loud and in the house for five days, which is unavoidable but worth being prepared for."
— Divya Reddy"Explained every step while we were standing in two inches of water and panicking. Calm people are worth a lot in that moment."
— Holly Brooks"They cut the drywall at a clean line and only as far up as was actually wet, rather than gutting the whole room."
— Lina Saleh