Fire & Smoke Damage in Melbourne
Strip soot from timber, masonry and contents without sanding, sandblasting or chemical washing. Serving Melbourne CBD, St Kilda, Richmond, Footscray and surrounds.
Fire & Smoke Damage for Melbourne customers
After a fire, timber framing, masonry walls and salvageable contents are coated in oily soot that physically penetrates surface grain. Sanding generates contaminated dust; pressure washing soaks already-fragile materials; chemical degreasers smear soot rather than removing it and leave a film that yellows over time. Dry ice blasting lifts soot off porous and sensitive surfaces without saturation, dust, or chemical residue — ideal for restoration where the substrate must be saved.
For customers across Melbourne — from Melbourne CBD, St Kilda, Richmond to Footscray — we operate as the Victoria arm of the wider Dry Ice Blasters network. Melbourne is one of our strongest markets. The city has a deep classic-car restoration scene, major food and pharma manufacturing, and one of Australia’s biggest freight corridors. We service the metro and out to Geelong, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley and Dandenong.
Why Melbourne customers pick dry ice for fire & smoke damage
Saves savable timber
Charred surface layers can be removed, exposing clean structural timber underneath. No sanding dust.
No water in already-soaked structures
No additional moisture into walls, ceilings or insulation that may already be water-damaged from suppression.
Smoke-tarred masonry brought back
Brick, sandstone and concrete clean back to original colour without acid wash damage.
Contents recovery
Tools, equipment and machinery can often be cleaned in place rather than written off.
How a fire & smoke damage job runs in Melbourne
- 1
Loss assessment
Walk-through with the adjuster or builder; identify what to clean vs replace.
- 2
Containment
HEPA negative-air containment if active works are nearby; soot is captured during cleaning.
- 3
Dry ice blast
Surface soot removed from framing, masonry, equipment and salvageable contents.
- 4
Odour treatment
Optional ozone or hydroxyl-generator step where smoke odour persists in materials.
Fire & Smoke Damage pricing in Melbourne
Final pricing depends on condition, scope and travel. Melbourne metro is in our zero-surcharge service zone.
Production lines, marine vessels, restoration zones, multi-day commercial work.
Estimate this job- Mobile service across Melbourne CBD, St Kilda, Richmond and surrounds
- Public liability $20m + insurance certificates available
- Melbourne-specific 24-hour quote turn-around
Fire & Smoke Damage Melbourne — FAQs
Will it remove the smoke smell?
Cleaning removes the soot that holds odour. For deeply absorbed smoke we add ozone or hydroxyl treatment as a final step.
Can it save charred framing?
In most surface-char situations, yes. Heavily charred or structurally compromised members must still be replaced.
How much does fire damage cleaning cost?
Typically priced per zone and material. A single residential room can be from $1,200; commercial and industrial loss is quoted per scope.
Do you work directly with insurers?
Yes — we work daily alongside loss adjusters, restoration builders and remediation hygienists.
Do you cover Melbourne CBD and St Kilda?
Yes — both are within our Melbourne service area. We cover a 80km radius from the Melbourne hub at no travel surcharge.
What's the lead time for fire & smoke damage in Melbourne?
Our typical Melbourne lead time for fire & smoke damage is 3–7 business days. Restoration and insurance work can usually be expedited within 24–72 hours.
What does fire & smoke damage cost in Melbourne?
Fire & Smoke Damage jobs in Melbourne typically run between $1,800 and $8,500 ex-GST depending on condition and access. Use the calculator for a postcode-specific estimate.
Other services in Melbourne
Mold Remediation
Remove mold from timber, masonry and HVAC without chemicals — fast, documented, IICRC-aligned.
Soot Removal (Sensitive Surfaces)
Lift soot off heritage timber, painted walls, electronics and decorative surfaces without damage.
Water Damage Equipment Recovery
Recover machinery, motors and panels after flooding without further moisture damage.
Ready to book fire & smoke damage in Melbourne?
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- 0478 111 024
- office@dryiceblasters.com.au
- Mon–Fri 7am–6pm · Sat 8am–2pm · Sun by appointment