Barraza Industries
Board up. Soot removal. Rebuild.

Fire and Smoke Restoration in West Palm Beach.

Kitchen fires, electrical fires, lightning strikes and the water left behind by firefighting. We secure the property, remove soot and odor, and carry the job through repairs. Serving West Palm Beach, including El Cid, Flamingo Park, the Flagler Drive towers.

Tell us what happened.

We call you back right away. Water still running or active fire? Call (305) 615-9169

Received. We are calling you back now. If water or fire is active, call (305) 615-9169.
No obligation. Your information goes only to our dispatch team.
Mold remediationFlorida licensedMRSR2859
Biohazard cleanupFlorida DOH registered13-64-1716182
Lead safe renovationCertified renovator183166
Restoration trainingWater, drying, microbialWRT · ASD · AMRT
InsuranceGeneral liability$1M / $2M
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Fire and Smoke in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is historic El Cid and Flamingo Park homes and luxury towers along Flagler Drive on the Intracoastal. 1920s historic homes and new high rise towers.

Waterfront along the Intracoastal, and low streets that flood in heavy rain. Vintage wiring in historic homes.

We handle fire and smoke restoration in West Palm Beach from the first call to the final walkthrough. Demolition, debris removal and dumpsters run on our own crews and equipment, and licensed trades handle any permitted work through City of West Palm Beach Building Division. One company, one project manager, one schedule.

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Before we arrive

What to do, and what to leave alone, while the crew is on the way.

Do this now

  • Wait for the fire department to clear the property.
  • Change the HVAC filter and keep the system off until it is inspected.
  • Put clean towels on high traffic carpet and rugs.
  • Photograph damage from a safe distance.

Avoid

  • Do not wipe soot off walls or furniture. It smears and sets.
  • Do not touch soot with bare hands.
  • Do not send smoke damaged clothes to a regular dry cleaner.
  • Do not turn on electronics or appliances that were near heat or water.
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What we handle

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Board Up and Tarp

Windows, doors and roof secured the same day against weather, animals and entry.

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Firefighting Water Removal

Extraction and drying of the water used to put the fire out, before it becomes a mold job.

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Soot Removal

Dry and wet cleaning methods matched to each surface so soot is not smeared or set.

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Odor Removal

Source removal, cleaning, then hydroxyl or thermal treatment. Sealing only where it is the right call.

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Demolition and Debris

Selective demo, debris haul and dumpsters from our own fleet.

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Repairs and Finish

Drywall to final paint, with licensed trades on structural and permitted work.

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How it works

Every step is photographed and logged for you and your adjuster.

  1. Call

    Once the fire department releases the property, call us. We secure it first.

  2. Secure

    Board up, roof tarp, and temporary fencing where needed.

  3. Assess

    Map smoke and soot travel room by room, including attic and HVAC.

  4. Clean and Deodorize

    Remove soot from structure and contents, treat odor at the source.

  5. Rebuild

    Demo, haul and rebuild with one contractor from start to finish.

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West Palm Beach field notes

Local conditions shape every scope we write here.

Neighborhoods
El Cid, Flamingo Park, the Flagler Drive towers
Key streets
Flagler Drive, Okeechobee Boulevard, South Dixie Highway, Belvedere Road
Landmarks
The Norton Museum of Art, the Kravis Center, the Lake Worth Lagoon
Flood and climate
Waterfront along the Intracoastal, and low streets that flood in heavy rain.
Construction
1920s historic homes and new high rise towers.
HOA and building rules
Historic district review and condo associations.
Access
Downtown traffic and tower building rules.
Permits
City of West Palm Beach Building Division

A typical West Palm Beach callVintage wiring in historic homes.

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Questions, answered

Can you board up and tarp a West Palm Beach home the same day?

Yes. Securing the property comes first, before any cleaning. Board up, roof tarp and temporary fencing as needed.

Can smoke odor really be removed?

Yes, when the source is removed and surfaces are cleaned properly before deodorization. Masking sprays and quick ozone treatments without cleaning do not last. We clean first, then treat.

Do I need professional cleanup after a small fire?

Usually. Smoke travels through the HVAC system and into closets, attics and contents far from the fire. Residue keeps damaging finishes and keeps smelling if it is not cleaned properly.

Do you handle demolition and the rebuild?

Yes. Demolition, debris removal and dumpsters are our core business, and we manage the repairs through final paint, bringing in licensed trades for structural and permitted work. One point of contact from board up to finish.

Will you work with my insurance company?

We document the loss with photos, scope and line item estimates for your adjuster. You stay in control of the claim.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Our restoration lead holds Florida Mold Remediator License MRSR2859, Lead Renovator Certification 183166 and Florida DOH biohazard registration 13-64-1716182, with certifications in Water Damage Restoration, Applied Structural Drying and Applied Microbial Remediation. We carry $1M per occurrence and $2M aggregate general liability and issue certificates to HOAs, condo associations and property managers on request.

Do I have to sign over my insurance benefits?

No. Florida banned assignment of benefits on residential property policies issued on or after January 1, 2023, and we do not ask for one. You contract with us directly, stay in control of your claim, and we give your adjuster the documentation.

Water at 2 AM. Smoke on a Sunday. We answer.

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