EINPresswire/ -- ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, an Inc. 5000 honoree and award-winning restoration firm based in Chicago, has released Fire Damage Restoration: The Ultimate Homeowner’s Recovery Guide (2025 Edition), now available free to the public.

The comprehensive resource, authored by Sam Simon, an IICRC Master Fire & Water Restorer, gives homeowners a clear roadmap for what to do after a house fire — from the first 24 hours to insurance claims, cleanup costs, and long-term health risks.

“When the flames are out, the hardest part begins,” said Sam Simon, Master Fire & Water Restorer at ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons. “This guide was written to take the confusion out of recovery and give families practical, step-by-step answers when they need it most.”

The 2025 edition covers:

What to do in the first 24 hours after a fire

Which items can be saved vs. must be discarded

How long fire restoration really takes

What insurance policies typically cover — and what they don’t

DIY smoke cleanup risks vs. professional restoration methods

Cost ranges for smoke cleanup, single-room fires, and full structural rebuilds

The guide also addresses hidden health dangers from smoke and soot, citing CDC and EPA data, and explains how HVAC contamination can continue spreading toxins long after the fire is out.

As part of the release, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons emphasizes its 40+ years of Chicagoland expertise, national ServiceMaster brand legacy dating back to 1929, and its credentials as both an IICRC Certified Firm and a proud member of the Restoration Industry Association (RIA).

The full 2025 guide is available at:

Fire Damage Restoration: The Ultimate Homeowner’s Recovery Guide

About ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons

ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons is a Chicago-based disaster restoration company serving the city, North Shore, Lake County, Oak Park, River Forest, and DuPage County. A 2025 Inc. 5000 Honoree, the firm provides expert fire damage restoration, water damage mitigation, mold remediation, and specialty cleaning. Co-owned by CEO Nasutsa Mabwa and COO Sam Simon, the company has been recognized with the BBB Torch Award, Stevie^® Award, Chicago Star Award, and more.

Contact Information

Sam Simon, Master Fire & Water Restorer
ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons
Phone: (773) 376-1110
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