Q: Does homeowners insurance cover fire damage restoration?

• <div><p>Homeowner&rsquo;s insurance will usually cover fire damage restoration unless you or someone in your home started the fire purposefully or if negligence was the underlying cause. In all other cases, including electrical fires, accidental cooking fires, and gas fires, you&rsquo;ll need to pay a deductible, but the rest of the costs should be covered. Once you have the fire out and the damage has stopped spreading, contact your insurance company to file a claim and get fast approval for remediation.</p></div>

Q: Will smoke odors go away on their own?

• <div><p>Most smoke odors will subside over time if you air out the materials holding onto them, but they often won&rsquo;t completely go away on their own. If you&rsquo;re dealing with stubborn smoke odors on furniture and building materials, begin by deep cleaning and deodorizing with baking soda or activated charcoal. You may need to repeat treatment. If that doesn&rsquo;t work, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-to-call-for-smoke-damage.htm">hire a smoke damage restoration company</a> for help.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to restore a house after a fire?

• <div><p>On average, you should expect the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-fire-restoration-takes.htm">fire damage restoration process to take</a> two weeks, but the timeline can vary widely depending on the extent of the damage and the type of fire damage you have. Minor cooking fires that you&rsquo;re able to extinguish yourself may only take a day or two to clean soot and remove smoke odors, while restoring an entire section of a home or fixing structural damage after a major house fire can take six to 12 months. Ask your professional for a more accurate timeline for your specific project. </p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover DIY mistakes?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance does not cover DIY mistakes, so tread lightly if you plan to tackle your own home repairs or renovations. If you cause damage to your home while attempting repairs or renovations yourself, the cost of fixing the damage is often considered your responsibility. Most policies only cover damage caused by covered perils like fire, theft, or weather&mdash;not by homeowner errors.</p></div>

Q: How much does fire or smoke damage recovery cost?

• <div><p>Restoration costs range from $3,000 to $50,000, depending on damage severity and affected areas.</p></div>

Indiana Foundation Service

Indiana Foundation Service

Customers say: Super punctual

1993 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Established in 1993, Indiana Foundation Service stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the entire state of Indiana, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Indiana Foundation Service proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At IFS, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! GL1600041 (IN)

"I’m a 70 year old Senior. I had sagging at the end of my hall, in my 3-BR ranch home. I got five other quotes, none of which suggests a problem with my foyer or kitchen. They sent out some 20 something young man -that clearly did not know what he was doing to complete my main beam replacement project. I mentioned to David (the 20 something) and his assistant IMMEDIATELY, that my kitchen cabinets had pulled away from the wall and the foyer was tilting. Several times. He assured me that he would run the beam right up under the kitchen between the kitchen and the foyer, to the garage door —to correct it! I had an intense disagreement with him when he tried to leave and did not make any attempt to correct the damage. The damage they had caused. I used my burial money to correct this sagging in the hall-and they left me with a huge problem with my foyer and kitchen that WASN’T THERE BEFORE, that they caused, & knew they caused. Indiana foundation, now Groundworks, sent Blake to my house under the guise of completing my first adjustment to the main beam, and as I had instructed them, to formulate their repair project based on a certified Home Inspection Specialist that I had hired to let me know what, specifically, Ind Found. should do to correct the serious problem they created. They promised to schedule the repair work at that time, but have ghosted to me ever since coming to see the damage they caused and formulate the repair. I have not been able to get in contact with them since; I’ve left numerous v-mails and texts. They have no integrity towards my project and nor will they have ANY integrity towards yours."

CJ M on October 2025

Established in 1993, Indiana Foundation Service stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the entire state of Indiana, we bring our local expertise closer to you. Indiana Foundation Service proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At IFS, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! GL1600041 (IN)

"I’m a 70 year old Senior. I had sagging at the end of my hall, in my 3-BR ranch home. I got five other quotes, none of which suggests a problem with my foyer or kitchen. They sent out some 20 something young man -that clearly did not know what he was doing to complete my main beam replacement project. I mentioned to David (the 20 something) and his assistant IMMEDIATELY, that my kitchen cabinets had pulled away from the wall and the foyer was tilting. Several times. He assured me that he would run the beam right up under the kitchen between the kitchen and the foyer, to the garage door —to correct it! I had an intense disagreement with him when he tried to leave and did not make any attempt to correct the damage. The damage they had caused. I used my burial money to correct this sagging in the hall-and they left me with a huge problem with my foyer and kitchen that WASN’T THERE BEFORE, that they caused, & knew they caused. Indiana foundation, now Groundworks, sent Blake to my house under the guise of completing my first adjustment to the main beam, and as I had instructed them, to formulate their repair project based on a certified Home Inspection Specialist that I had hired to let me know what, specifically, Ind Found. should do to correct the serious problem they created. They promised to schedule the repair work at that time, but have ghosted to me ever since coming to see the damage they caused and formulate the repair. I have not been able to get in contact with them since; I’ve left numerous v-mails and texts. They have no integrity towards my project and nor will they have ANY integrity towards yours."

CJ M on October 2025

Fire Dawgs Junk Removal Indianapolis

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Fire Dawgs Junk Removal Indianapolis

4.89(

1,597

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Founded by Firefighters & Veteran Owned, Fire Dawgs Junk Removal provides award winning junk hauling and demolition services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. We clean out garages, basements and attics. We can help with hoarding situations, hot tub removal, swing set tear down, shed demolition and much, much more! We aim to provide customers with peace of mind by not only clearing out unwanted items, but also by recycling, reusing and donating as many items as possible. Whatever your junk removal or hauling need, give us a call and see how we can help. We offer free estimates at your convenience. Thank you for your interest in Fire Dawgs, and take care!

"Terrific! Fast and positive!"

Hugh C on April 2024

Founded by Firefighters & Veteran Owned, Fire Dawgs Junk Removal provides award winning junk hauling and demolition services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. We clean out garages, basements and attics. We can help with hoarding situations, hot tub removal, swing set tear down, shed demolition and much, much more! We aim to provide customers with peace of mind by not only clearing out unwanted items, but also by recycling, reusing and donating as many items as possible. Whatever your junk removal or hauling need, give us a call and see how we can help. We offer free estimates at your convenience. Thank you for your interest in Fire Dawgs, and take care!

"Terrific! Fast and positive!"

Hugh C on April 2024

Bolls Heating & Cooling

4.87(

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Bolls Heating & Cooling

4.87(

557

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

Bolls Heating & Cooling has been providing homeowners and business owners in Indianapolis and beyond with expert heating and air conditioning solutions since 1948. Their NATE-certified technicians offer repairs and installations for heaters, air conditioners, heat pumps, boilers, indoor air quality systems, and more. With over 70 years of experience, they can be trusted to resolve issues quickly and effectively, always providing honest advice without selling you services you don’t need. The respectful team members at Bolls Heating & Cooling pledge to treat your home like their own by wearing shoe covers and thoroughly cleaning their work area after a project is complete. If you need heater or air conditioner repairs at a fair price, Bolls Heating & Cooling is the team to call.

"They're very good, a five star company, we had them for years and it has been excellent."

DON &amp; ANN R on June 2021

Bolls Heating & Cooling has been providing homeowners and business owners in Indianapolis and beyond with expert heating and air conditioning solutions since 1948. Their NATE-certified technicians offer repairs and installations for heaters, air conditioners, heat pumps, boilers, indoor air quality systems, and more. With over 70 years of experience, they can be trusted to resolve issues quickly and effectively, always providing honest advice without selling you services you don’t need. The respectful team members at Bolls Heating & Cooling pledge to treat your home like their own by wearing shoe covers and thoroughly cleaning their work area after a project is complete. If you need heater or air conditioner repairs at a fair price, Bolls Heating & Cooling is the team to call.

"They're very good, a five star company, we had them for years and it has been excellent."

DON &amp; ANN R on June 2021

DC Roofing & Exteriors

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DC Roofing & Exteriors

4.92(

115

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

2011 through 2019 Super Service Award Winner in Roofing, Gutter Repair/Replacement and Remodeling General and Siding. DC Roofing & Exteriors is a full service construction company and one stop shop. There is no job too small. For personable, detailed and professional service DC Roofing & Exteriors will take care of your project with pride in its workmanship. All work is guaranteed with the best warranties on products. With certifications through training and experience, there is no job too small. DC Roofing & Exteriors is providing solutions, while delivering smiles to our Hoosiers! Additional Service areas - Bartholomew, Decatour, Jennings, Ripley, Jackson, Brown, Monroe, Morgan, Johnson, Shelby, Rush, Hancock, Marion, Hamilton, Hendricks counties. We do not service Bloomington or North Vernon areas. We do service Fayette, Fountain, Franklin, Fulton, Gibson, Grant, Greene, Harrison, Howard, Huntington, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Kosciusko, Lawrence, Martin, Miami, Morgan, Newton, Ohio, Orange, Owen, Parke, Pike, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, Scott, Spencer, Starke, Sullivan, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Union, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Washington, Wells & Whitley Counties.

"Called for some work to be done on the roof and got me more than I could’ve thought. They found unexpected roof damage i.e wind damage and hail damage. They came and took my roof off within an hour and replaced some of the osb took out my old chimneys and had the new roof on and cleaned up around the house by 1-1:30 and whole project done within roughly 4.5 hours. They sent pictures of the entire project in the start of every phase to keep me posted so I knew how far they were the entire time! They fought for me and worked with me to get me what I needed. Highly recommend for any exterior project. They will be doing my gutters and replacing some of my old siding and looking forward to them coming back!"

Michael N on April 2021

2011 through 2019 Super Service Award Winner in Roofing, Gutter Repair/Replacement and Remodeling General and Siding. DC Roofing & Exteriors is a full service construction company and one stop shop. There is no job too small. For personable, detailed and professional service DC Roofing & Exteriors will take care of your project with pride in its workmanship. All work is guaranteed with the best warranties on products. With certifications through training and experience, there is no job too small. DC Roofing & Exteriors is providing solutions, while delivering smiles to our Hoosiers! Additional Service areas - Bartholomew, Decatour, Jennings, Ripley, Jackson, Brown, Monroe, Morgan, Johnson, Shelby, Rush, Hancock, Marion, Hamilton, Hendricks counties. We do not service Bloomington or North Vernon areas. We do service Fayette, Fountain, Franklin, Fulton, Gibson, Grant, Greene, Harrison, Howard, Huntington, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Kosciusko, Lawrence, Martin, Miami, Morgan, Newton, Ohio, Orange, Owen, Parke, Pike, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, Scott, Spencer, Starke, Sullivan, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Union, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Washington, Wells & Whitley Counties.

"Called for some work to be done on the roof and got me more than I could’ve thought. They found unexpected roof damage i.e wind damage and hail damage. They came and took my roof off within an hour and replaced some of the osb took out my old chimneys and had the new roof on and cleaned up around the house by 1-1:30 and whole project done within roughly 4.5 hours. They sent pictures of the entire project in the start of every phase to keep me posted so I knew how far they were the entire time! They fought for me and worked with me to get me what I needed. Highly recommend for any exterior project. They will be doing my gutters and replacing some of my old siding and looking forward to them coming back!"

Michael N on April 2021

General Contracting & Maintenance

4.95(

44

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General Contracting & Maintenance

4.95(

44

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Constructive Innovations has become General Contracting and Maintenance, a subsidiary of Electrical Installations, LLc. This merger has expanded our capabilities to include all types of electrical services and repair.

AMERICAN CARPET CLEANERS

4.81(

42

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AMERICAN CARPET CLEANERS

4.81(

42

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

Voted BEST CARPET CLEANING COMPANY in Indianapolis by The Indy A List! Locally owned and operated for over 19 yrs. IICRC Certified technicians. We are a FIXED PRICE carpet cleaning company. Never any hidden charges of any kind. No need to worry if one room will count as two, L-shaped rooms, steps, stairs, closets, hallways, family and combination rooms because they are all included no matter what size they are! Absolutely no nickel and dime tactics. One flat rate is all you pay. We will match and beat ANY legitimate competitor's of Angie's list advertise or written quote for same service. When our truck pulls up, the dirt pulls out!

Advanced Restoration & Waterproofing

4.60(

311

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Advanced Restoration & Waterproofing

4.60(

311

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Customers say: Super punctual

1993 years of experience

We are a full service, Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Restoration, Crawl Space Repair and Drainage solution company. We are the winner of 13 super service awards in multiple categories. Our Estimates are free, and most of the time can be scheduled the same day you contact us. Weekend appointments are available if needed. All inspectors are toughly trained. This means that you will always be seen by well qualified person with real experience that can get to the root of the issue and provide you with a plan that will completely mitigate the problem you have. NO PUSHY SALES REPS ON THIS TEAM! Please give us a call. We look forward to servicing you.

"Perfect. Years later and basement is absolutely dry."

Cynthia F on August 2022

We are a full service, Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Restoration, Crawl Space Repair and Drainage solution company. We are the winner of 13 super service awards in multiple categories. Our Estimates are free, and most of the time can be scheduled the same day you contact us. Weekend appointments are available if needed. All inspectors are toughly trained. This means that you will always be seen by well qualified person with real experience that can get to the root of the issue and provide you with a plan that will completely mitigate the problem you have. NO PUSHY SALES REPS ON THIS TEAM! Please give us a call. We look forward to servicing you.

"Perfect. Years later and basement is absolutely dry."

Cynthia F on August 2022

ABC Roofing Company, Inc.

4.81(

1,179

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ABC Roofing Company, Inc.

4.81(

1,179

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Proud to be a recipient of the Angie's List Super Service Award for 20 CONSECUTIVE YEARS in Roofing! ABC Roofing Company, Inc. was founded 25 years ago with a mission to treat our customers like family, provide the BEST customer service, high-quality workmanship, and products. Our owner knew the value of not only providing excellent service but building relationships with each client which remains our mission to this day. ABC Roofing Company, Inc is a family owned and operated, full-service, Indianapolis roofing contractor. Located in Avon, IN, servicing Indianapolis and surrounding areas within 50 miles! Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We specialize in Residential and Small Commercial Roofing (Asphalt/EPDM/TPO), Siding, Gutters, Attic Insulation, Windows and more! As a Select Shingle Master with Certainteed, ABC Roofing Company, Inc. is committed to being the leader in the roofing industry for honesty, integrity and superior customer service! Over 40 years experience! Call us today for your free estimate!

"Excellent."

Nancy P on February 2022

Proud to be a recipient of the Angie's List Super Service Award for 20 CONSECUTIVE YEARS in Roofing! ABC Roofing Company, Inc. was founded 25 years ago with a mission to treat our customers like family, provide the BEST customer service, high-quality workmanship, and products. Our owner knew the value of not only providing excellent service but building relationships with each client which remains our mission to this day. ABC Roofing Company, Inc is a family owned and operated, full-service, Indianapolis roofing contractor. Located in Avon, IN, servicing Indianapolis and surrounding areas within 50 miles! Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. We specialize in Residential and Small Commercial Roofing (Asphalt/EPDM/TPO), Siding, Gutters, Attic Insulation, Windows and more! As a Select Shingle Master with Certainteed, ABC Roofing Company, Inc. is committed to being the leader in the roofing industry for honesty, integrity and superior customer service! Over 40 years experience! Call us today for your free estimate!

"Excellent."

Nancy P on February 2022

Justin Dorsey Plumbing

4.52(

120

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Justin Dorsey Plumbing

4.52(

120

)

Customers say: Super punctual

1983 years of experience

Justin Dorsey Plumbing has helped residents of Central Indiana with plumbing issues since 1983. We are a locally owned business that services not only residences, but commercial and large new construction projects for corporations such as Kroger, Auto Zone, Valero, and more. You can have peace of mind when you call Justin to fix your plumbing issues. We say, call today; fix today because we offer 24-hour emergency service seven days a week. We offer per job pricing so that you will know what your fix will cost before work is started. We don't charge extra for overtime or weekends, so call us at your convenience. Our highly-trained technicians will fix your issue and offer a durable warranty so you can have peace of mind. Your home is the most expensive purchase you will make. We know that and we take that seriously. Call Justin Dorsey Plumbing today at (888) 242-2937 and let us fix your plumbing.

"very well no leaks"

charles s on February 2018

Justin Dorsey Plumbing has helped residents of Central Indiana with plumbing issues since 1983. We are a locally owned business that services not only residences, but commercial and large new construction projects for corporations such as Kroger, Auto Zone, Valero, and more. You can have peace of mind when you call Justin to fix your plumbing issues. We say, call today; fix today because we offer 24-hour emergency service seven days a week. We offer per job pricing so that you will know what your fix will cost before work is started. We don't charge extra for overtime or weekends, so call us at your convenience. Our highly-trained technicians will fix your issue and offer a durable warranty so you can have peace of mind. Your home is the most expensive purchase you will make. We know that and we take that seriously. Call Justin Dorsey Plumbing today at (888) 242-2937 and let us fix your plumbing.