Smoke Damage Cleaning & Deodorization cost
Typically $2,000–$18,000 per loss in the Tri-State region. Here's the honest breakdown.
All ranges in USD, per loss.
Cost breakdown by scope
Different sizes of loss land in different ranges. Here's how we typically tier them:
| Scope | What it looks like | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Single-room cleaning | Localized smoke, no HVAC contamination | $2,000 – $4,500 |
| Whole-house with HVAC | System-wide deodorization | $4,500 – $10,000 |
| Heavy residue + contents | Pack-out + extended hydroxyl treatment | $10,000 – $18,000 |
What moves the cost
- Square footage exposed to smoke
- Type of smoke residue
- Whether contents pack-out is required
- HVAC duct cleaning scope
- Length of deodorization (hydroxyl/ozone)
Insurance coverage
Almost always paired with a fire claim and covered as part of fire loss mitigation. Standalone smoke damage (e.g., from a neighboring fire) is covered under most policies but the claim flow differs.
How we handle insurance claimsSmoke Damage Cleaning & Deodorization cost — FAQ
Most smoke damage cleaning & deodorization jobs in our Tri-State service area fall between $2,000 and $18,000 per loss, with the typical project running around $6,500. The variables that move you up or down within that range are: Square footage exposed to smoke, Type of smoke residue, Whether contents pack-out is required.
Almost always paired with a fire claim and covered as part of fire loss mitigation. Standalone smoke damage (e.g., from a neighboring fire) is covered under most policies but the claim flow differs.
Yes. Every Catalyst project starts with a free inspection and a written, line-itemed scope of work using industry-standard Xactimate pricing. You see the number before any work begins.
Significant change orders only happen when the scope itself changes (e.g., we discover additional damage behind a wall during demolition). When that happens, we stop, photograph, document, and re-scope with you and the adjuster before continuing. No surprise charges.
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