On Command technician in a protective suit and respirator checking soot spread on the range and the charred upper cabinets of a smoke-damaged Surrey kitchen
24/7 Fire and Smoke Response

Fire Damage Restoration in Surrey, BC

Board-up, cleanup and rebuild

Emergency board-up, smoke and soot cleaning, odour treatment and complete repairs across Surrey.

IICRC Certified30+ Years of Experience24/7 Emergency

Rapid dispatch to Surrey, with arrival timing confirmed when you call.

IICRC Certified CrewsFire and smoke restoration
Rapid Local Dispatch24/7 emergency response
30+ Years of ExperienceFull-service restoration
Insurance CoordinationCertified and insured
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Fire Damage Restoration in Surrey

Why fire and smoke damage needs fast action

After the fire is out in Surrey, acidic soot, smoke residue and firefighting water keep damaging finishes, contents and indoor air. Securing the building and starting professional cleanup quickly reduces secondary damage.

Unsafe openings

Broken doors, windows and roof sections leave the property exposed until emergency board-up is complete.

Soot keeps reacting

Acidic soot can permanently stain metals, stone, glass and finished surfaces when it sits.

Smoke travels

Fine smoke particles move through wall cavities, HVAC systems and rooms far from the visible fire.

Water damage follows

Hose water and sprinkler discharge can soak flooring, walls and contents after the flames are controlled.

Odour needs source removal

Deodorizing works only after soot and charred materials are removed or properly sealed.

Documentation matters

A room-by-room inventory and restoration scope support faster insurance decisions.

Restored Surrey interior with an On Command crew member after fire and smoke cleanup

Fire damage restoration services we provide in Surrey

On Command coordinates every stage of fire damage restoration in Surrey, keeping emergency work, contents, cleaning and reconstruction under one accountable team.

Emergency board-up

Secure exposed doors, windows, roofs and openings after fire department release.

Water extraction

Remove firefighting and sprinkler water before it creates mold and structural damage.

Soot and smoke cleaning

Match cleaning methods to each surface so residue is removed without spreading or setting it.

Contents restoration

Inventory, pack out, clean and store salvageable furniture, textiles and personal property.

Odour removal

HEPA filtration, source removal and professional deodorization treat embedded smoke odour.

Structural drying

Dry framing, subfloors and cavities affected by hose or sprinkler water.

Selective demolition

Remove unsafe charred and contaminated materials under controlled conditions.

Complete reconstruction

Rebuild walls, flooring, cabinetry and finishes after the structure is clean and dry.

Local Evidence. Local Expertise.

Common sources of fire and smoke damage in Surrey homes

Surrey Fire Service responds to structure fires across the city, and its Communications Division also dispatches fire calls for more than 50 other British Columbia communities. Once it releases the scene, acidic soot, smoke residue and firefighting water keep damaging finishes, contents and indoor air. These are the fire damage triggers we see most in Surrey homes.

Unsafe openings and roof breach

  • Surrey Fire Service responds to structure fires across the city
  • Broken doors, windows and roof sections leave the property exposed
  • On Command secures and boards up the property once the scene is released

Smoke through cavities and HVAC

  • Surrey's large share of townhouses and attached homes lets a loss spread quickly across shared walls and floors
  • Fine smoke particles move through wall cavities and HVAC systems
  • Smoke reaches rooms far from the visible fire

Fire origin and reacting soot

  • Soot is acidic and spreads permanent staining the longer it sits
  • Do not re-enter to wipe soot yourself after Surrey Fire Service releases the scene
  • We match cleaning methods to each surface so residue is not spread or set

Firefighting water damage

  • Hose water and sprinkler discharge can soak flooring, walls and contents
  • Water mitigation stops secondary mold from the firefighting water
  • Water damage follows after the flames are controlled
Our 7 Step Restoration Process

A documented restoration process from response through repair

A coordinated fire restoration plan protects the building, documents the claim and moves directly from cleanup into reconstruction.

On Command crew member in branded gear running the documented restoration process in a damaged Surrey home

Emergency response and safety assessment

We attend once the fire department releases the scene, document the damage room by room and identify the hazards before anyone works inside.

Board-up and site protection

Exposed doors, windows, roofs and openings are secured, and the undamaged parts of the building are protected from soot tracking.

Firefighting water extraction

Hose and sprinkler water comes out first, before a fire loss turns into a water and mold loss.

Selective demolition

Unsafe charred and contaminated materials are removed under controlled conditions.

Soot and smoke cleaning

Every surface gets the cleaning method that removes residue without spreading or setting it.

Odour removal and air treatment

HEPA filtration, source removal and professional deodorization treat the smoke odour left in cavities and contents.

Documentation, repair and handback

A room-by-room inventory and itemized scope go to your insurer, then we rebuild the finishes and hand the space back.

The First Response

What happens from the first call

The first decisions protect people, stop secondary damage and prepare the insurance record in Surrey.

First call
Emergency needs are triaged

We confirm fire department release, access, utilities and whether immediate board-up is needed.

Same response
Secure and document

Openings are protected and visible damage is photographed before cleanup changes the scene.

Next phase
Clean, dry and rebuild

Contents and surfaces are treated while the repair scope is coordinated with the insurer.

We are ready 24/7

Your call is answered 24/7 so you can get clear guidance and the next steps started right away.

Surrey and Surrounding Areas

Local fire restoration across Surrey

On Command is based in Surrey at Unit 1, 5508 Production Blvd, so our crews are already in the city, not driving in from across the region. We respond across every Surrey community: Whalley and City Centre, Guildford, Newton, Fleetwood, Cloverdale, and South Surrey, plus the surrounding Fraser Valley.

  • Rapid Surrey dispatch
  • 24/7 emergency response
  • Fully equipped and certified team
15 communities covered
Dispatch baseSurrey, 5508 Production Blvd
What Our Clients Say

What Surrey homeowners say

Customers trust On Command during stressful situations because our team communicates clearly, works safely, and helps guide the next steps.

Certified. Trusted. Proven.
IICRC Certified
Certified & Insured
Canadian Owned
★★★★★
We presented Manny and his team with a real challenge in dealing with asbestos insulation contamination in a building more than 70 years old. Not only was the contaminated vermiculite mixed with old fiberglass...
David DewarGoogle review
★★★★★
Had a great experience with Manny and his professional crew. Very quick response, they came to site the next day fully equipped and ready. They got the job done right, safe, and on time. Totally recommend.
Amin BehradGoogle review
★★★★★
We had an excellent experience with On Command Services. Manny was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain everything clearly and eased our concerns...
Sophia SandhuGoogle review
★★★★★
This company has attended and completed several jobs in my building, my unit included. I was very impressed by their efficiency, communication, thoroughness, and general manner. Not only are they great at what they do,...
Melissa DGoogle review
★★★★★
Manny and his team did a great job helping me do some repairs around my property (replacing rotted wood in deck, waterproofing deck, and some minor interior fixes with doors that wouldn't close properly). They were...
Katie SanfordGoogle review
★★★★★
Manny and his team were a pleasure to deal with. They were professional, thorough, detail oriented and timely. Highly recommend to consumers and insurance providers alike!
Mark ManuelGoogle review
★★★★★
The best place to deal with... they are so professional and loved their customer service....manny and his team did great. gonna recommend to my friends and family. Thank you !!
Kritika VermaGoogle review
★★★★★
We had a mould issue in our bathroom, Manny and his crew came out for an assement and removal mannys crew took care of the job fast and clean. Highly recommend ONCOMMAND, very professional and friendly great company!
Josh McdearmidGoogle review
Why Choose Us

Why Surrey homeowners call On Command

After a fire, you need more than just cleanup. You need a certified local team that can secure, restore and rebuild.

IICRC-certified crews

Trained in fire, smoke and soot restoration, not a general handyman crew.

30+ years of experience

Handling Surrey fire and smoke losses of every size.

Based in Surrey

Surrey-based crews and equipment serve the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley.

24/7 emergency line

Answered by a person, every day of the year.

Full-service, one crew

From board-up through cleaning, drying and reconstruction.

Certified and insured

With insurance coordination on every job.

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Testing Before Disturbance

Older fire-damaged materials in Surrey may need testing first

If cleanup will disturb drywall, flooring or insulation in an older Surrey building, we arrange third-party hazardous materials testing before demolition begins, so the work is done safely and to code.

Questions? We've Got Answers

Fire damage restoration in Surrey: common questions

Get quick answers to common questions about fire and smoke damage, our response time, and our restoration process.

Surrey Fire Service responds to structure fires across the city, and its Communications Division also dispatches fire calls for more than 50 other British Columbia communities. Once the department declares the scene safe and releases it, On Command handles the smoke, soot and firefighting-water cleanup, dispatching from our Surrey headquarters with an arrival window confirmed when you call.

On Command restoration equipment staged for a Surrey fire damage job
Further reading

Before you call your insurer

Documenting a loss properly, before anything is cleaned up, is what a claim ends up resting on.

Fire or smoke damage in your Surrey home? Call now.

Do not wait, and do not wipe the soot yourself. Call On Command for 24/7 emergency fire damage restoration in Surrey and we will confirm the nearest available crew and arrival window when you call.

24/7 Emergency Line604 445 2726

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