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 Pomona means dealing with two very different housing types: early-1900s Craftsman bungalows near downtown and Lincoln Park, and 1980s-90s stucco tract homes that sit in the Santa Ana wind corridor. Each responds to smoke, heat, and water differently, which is why we never apply the same drying or smoke-sealing plan twice. Flood Guard Water Damage has served Pomona since 2018 with IICRC-certified restoration practices and commercial-grade equipment. If you’re looking at fire or smoke damage right now, call (844) 716-1094.
Why Pomona Homes Are Different
Pomona sits where the San Gabriel Valley meets the Inland Empire, and the restoration work here splits along the line that separates the historic core from the newer subdivisions. Homes near downtown and Lincoln Park were built between 1900 and 1940, which means plaster walls over wood lath, knob-and-tube-era wiring remnants, and old galvanized plumbing. When a fire starts in a kitchen or a water line fails in a wall, the damage spreads through those cavities differently than it does in a 1980s stucco tract home with drywall and fiberglass insulation.
The Santa Ana winds that funnel through the Pomona Valley are the other factor. They push regional wildfire smoke and fine ash into attic vents, original wood windows, and wall cavities, and they do it nearly every year. A 1920s bungalow with a vented attic and original framing will hold that smoke odor in places a newer stucco home may not. We plan structural drying and smoke remediation around the actual construction, not a generic checklist. ZIP codes we work in regularly include 91768, 91769, 91797, and 91766.
Restoration work we handle
Our Main Pomona Services
Water and mold are the two issues Pomona homeowners call about most often, and they’re connected: a water event that isn’t dried thoroughly creates mold conditions within days. Here is how each one works in Pomona.
Water Damage Restoration in Pomona
Water intrusion in Pomona comes from two directions: winter and summer storm water finding its way through aging roofs and original windows in the older housing stock, and plumbing failures inside walls built anywhere from 1900 to 1999. In older Craftsman and Victorian bungalows, plaster walls and original hardwood floors absorb water deeply, and dry-out requires professional-grade air movers and dehumidifiers from brands like Dri-Eaz and Phoenix, not consumer fans. In newer stucco tract homes, water tends to travel along drywall seams and under laminate flooring. We dry the structure, not just the surface, using IICRC-certified drying protocols. Water Damage Restoration in Pomona details the full process.
Mold Remediation in Pomona
Mold in Pomona shows up most often after a leak that wasn’t caught early, or in homes where Santa Ana smoke season kept windows closed and humidity trapped. Older homes with unventilated crawlspaces and original plaster can hide mold behind walls for months before visible spots appear. We approach mold with the same measurement-first discipline as water: moisture mapping, containment, air scrubbing, and removal that follows IICRC methodology. One team handles the full chain from water event to mold clearance, so there’s no handoff where something gets missed. Mold Remediation in Pomona explains what that looks like in an older Pomona home.
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 Pomona
Fire damage restoration in Pomona often starts with smoke and ash before it ever involves flames. The Santa Ana wind corridor means smoke from regional wildfires is a near-annual event, and in the older downtown and Lincoln Park bungalow blocks, fine ash settles into original attic and wall cavities that newer stucco subdivisions a few miles away don’t share. When a structure fire does occur, the older homes present plaster-and-wood assemblies that hold smoke odor deeply, while the 1980s-90s stucco homes tend to have more synthetic materials that produce a different, acrid residue. Both need measured, documented work. Our Fire Damage Restoration team handles the full chain with IICRC-certified protocols.
Fire Damage Restoration Company
Signs you need it
You smell smoke weeks after the fire, walls have dark staining, or soot is appearing in rooms that weren’t touched by flame.
What it costs in Pomona
Structural fire damage restoration in Pomona typically runs $3,200 to $7,800 depending on square footage and how many rooms the fire affected.
How we do it
We board up and tarp immediately, remove unsalvageable materials, then clean, dry, and seal all affected framing and surfaces to stop smoke residue from off-gassing.
Smoke Damage Restoration
Signs you need it
Walls have a yellow-gray film, electronics or fabrics carry a persistent odor, or you see soot around outlets and vents even after cleaning.
What it costs in Pomona
Smoke damage restoration for a typical Pomona room ranges $900 to $2,500, with whole-house treatments running higher when ducts and attic spaces are involved.
How we do it
We clean every surface with dry-chem sponge techniques first, then thermal fog or ozone treat the air volume and run HEPA air scrubbers to clear particulates.
Fire Damage Cleanup
Signs you need it
Ash covers every horizontal surface, insulation smells charred, or you have water-soaked debris from the fire suppression effort that hasn’t been removed.
What it costs in Pomona
Fire damage cleanup in Pomona typically costs $1,200 to $3,500, which includes debris removal, surface cleaning, and water extraction from firefighting.
How we do it
We remove charred and saturated debris, extract standing water, clean all salvageable surfaces, and set up drying equipment before restoration begins.
What Fire Damage Restoration Costs in Pomona
| Item | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Smoke damage restoration (per room) | $900 – $2,500 |
| Fire damage cleanup | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Structural fire restoration | $3,200 – $7,800 |
How fast can you respond to a fire in Pomona?
We dispatch from our Rancho Cucamonga base and typically reach Pomona homes within an hour for fire-related emergencies. The Santa Ana season puts extra demand on restoration teams, so call (844) 716-1094 as soon as the fire department clears the scene.
Will insurance cover fire damage restoration in Pomona?
Most homeowner policies cover fire and smoke damage, including the secondary water damage from firefighting. We document everything with photos and moisture readings, then work directly with your adjuster so the claim reflects the actual scope. Call (844) 716-1094 for a free estimate.
Brands We Service in Pomona
We restore and clean most major pump, dehumidifier, and air-mover brands, including Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, XPOWER, B-Air, and Injectidry. Parts and replacement units are stocked locally, and most Pomona service calls are completed same week. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Water damage restoration (minor) | $1,500 – $4,500 |
| Water damage restoration (major) | $4,500 – $12,000 |
| Mold remediation (small area) | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Mold remediation (large area) | $3,500 – $8,500 |
| Fire damage cleanup | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Smoke damage restoration (per room) | $900 – $2,500 |
| Structural fire restoration | $3,200 – $7,800 |
In Pomona, prices go up when older plaster walls have to be opened, when smoke has entered original attic cavities, or when damage spans multiple rooms. We give you a written scope and a clear price before any work starts.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Pomona
We work throughout Pomona, including the older districts where restoration is most detail-sensitive and the newer subdivisions where speed matters more. Response time across the city is typically 45 to 90 minutes.
- Lincoln Park
- Downtown Pomona
- Phillips Ranch
- Westmont
- Ganesha Hills
Service Area – Cities Near Pomona
Flood Guard Water Damage serves Pomona and the surrounding communities in the San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire. If your property is in one of the neighboring cities, we can usually be there just as quickly: La Verne, CA, Claremont, CA, Montclair, CA, and Los Serranos, CA.
Serving Pomona, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Pomona 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 Pomona
Most Pomona calls are reached within 45 to 90 minutes from our Rancho Cucamonga base. Fire and water emergencies get prioritized dispatch. Call (844) 716-1094 and we’ll give you a straight arrival window based on where in Pomona you’re located.
Most water, mold, and fire cleanup work doesn’t require a city permit, but structural repairs after a fire sometimes do, especially on older homes in historic districts. We hold the line on doing only what’s permitted and we’ll tell you upfront if something needs city approval.
Yes, we work with property managers and landlords throughout Pomona, including vacant units. We document conditions before, during, and after, and we’ll meet you at the property to avoid access delays. Estimates are free; call (844) 716-1094 to schedule.
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 Pomona Customers Say
"Dealt directly with the insurance adjuster and documented everything with photos and readings. Our claim went through without a single dispute."
— Tracy Sullivan"Took moisture readings every day and logged them, and only pulled the drying equipment when the numbers said it was actually dry rather than on a fixed schedule."
— Emily Meyer"Post fire smoke damage. The smell that I was sure was permanent is completely gone."
— Reggie Grant