Water damage drying
Fire & smoke cleanup
Mold remediation
Storm response
Sewage cleanup
ReconstructionFree visual inspection and a written scope of work before any mitigation begins - photos, moisture readings, and drying logs go in your claim file
The scope we write is the scope we bill. Anything new gets shown to you, in writing, before we touch it.
Get your free estimateRestoration Company in Ontario, CA
Fire damage restoration in Ontario means dealing with what Santa Ana winds leave behind: soot forced through gable vents, ash packed into single-pane slider tracks, and smoke odor that settles into 1960s drywall and insulation. Stonecrest Water Damage has served Ontario since 2013, and the jobs here follow a pattern we know well. Most fire losses in the 91762 and 91764 grids involve mid-century ranch homes with original construction details that make cleanup more involved than a simple wash-and-paint. Call (833) 589-9161 and we’ll walk you through what your specific home needs.
Why Ontario Homes Are Different
Ontario’s housing stock is dominated by 1950s through 1970s single-story ranch and tract homes, plus a significant number of older mobile homes and manufactured units. Many of these structures still have original plumbing, which is why slab leaks and supply-line failures drive a large share of our water damage calls. When a supply line lets go under a slab, water travels through the same channels the original builders cut for electrical and HVAC, spreading before anyone sees a wet spot on the floor.
The semi-arid inland climate adds a second layer. Hot, dry summers pull moisture out of framing fast, but they also bake the soil hard. When rain does arrive, it hits low-permeability ground and flat or low-slope roofs. Water pools, finds the smallest gap in old flashing, and moves through attics quickly. The Santa Ana winds from the Cajon Pass are the wildcard. Fifty to seventy mile-per-hour gusts drive fine desert dust and embers into older vents, slider tracks, and any gap that original single-pane windows left open. After a bad wind event, we see whole blocks of 1960s ranch homes with the same ash pattern in the same places. Restoration work here is never just about the obvious surface damage.
Restoration work we handle
Our Main Ontario Services
Two services generate most of the calls from Ontario homeowners – water damage and mold remediation. Each has its own dedicated Ontario page with pricing and local detail.
Water Damage Restoration in Ontario
Water damage in Ontario comes from three main sources: slab leaks in mid-century homes, AC condensate lines that back up during long hot summers, and sudden roof leaks when hard rain hits flat or low-slope construction. The challenge with older ranch homes is that water travels under original hardwood and through wall cavities before it shows. We use Injectidry in-wall drying and moisture mapping so we dry what’s actually wet, not just what’s visible. See the full breakdown on our Water Damage Restoration in Ontario page.
Mold Remediation in Ontario
Mold growth here follows the moisture. In Ontario’s semi-arid climate, the worst mold we find is almost always hidden: behind a slow slab leak, inside a wall cavity after a roof leak, or under flooring where an AC condensate line dripped for months. Mid-century construction often means no vapor barriers and plenty of organic material for mold to feed on. Remediation in these homes requires containment, HEPA air scrubbing, and documented clearance testing. Read more on our Mold Remediation in Ontario page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Fire Damage Restoration in Ontario
Fire damage restoration in Ontario is shaped by two facts: most homes are 1950s to 1970s ranch or tract construction, and Santa Ana winds push smoke and soot into places a fire never touched. A kitchen fire in the 91762 grid often means soot through the entire HVAC system, smoke odor in insulation, and ash packed into original single-pane window tracks. The dry wind makes it worse – fine particulate gets driven into wall cavities and attic spaces through vents, so what looks like a contained fire is actually a whole-home smoke event. Stonecrest Water Damage handles the full scope, from board-up and soot removal to structural drying and odor elimination. For deeper detail on our fire division, see our main Fire Damage Restoration hub. We’re certified to IICRC standards for fire and smoke work, which means our cleaning and deodorization steps follow documented, testable protocols rather than guesswork.
Smoke Damage Restoration
Signs you need it
Yellowing ceilings, black soot streaks around vents or outlets, and a persistent acrid odor that stays even after cleaning surfaces all point to smoke damage that needs professional restoration.
What it costs in Ontario
Smoke damage restoration in Ontario typically runs $200 to $600 per room for cleaning and deodorization, with whole-home smoke restoration ranging from $2,500 to $12,000 depending on square footage and how far the soot penetrated.
How we do it
We run HEPA air scrubbing to pull airborne soot, dry-sponge and chem-sponge all affected surfaces, and use thermal fogging or ozone to neutralize odor at the source.
Smoke Odor Removal
Signs you need it
If the smell of smoke returns every time humidity rises, the odor is embedded in drywall, insulation, or ductwork rather than just sitting on surfaces.
What it costs in Ontario
Standalone smoke odor removal in Ontario generally costs $500 to $2,500 when addressed within the first week, while embedded odor in walls, insulation, and ducts can push the bill from $3,000 to $8,000 or more.
How we do it
We locate the odor source with moisture meters and cavity inspection, then deploy thermal fogging, ozone treatment, and in severe cases remove and replace affected insulation and drywall.
What Fire Damage Restoration Costs in Ontario
| Item | Typical range in Ontario |
|---|---|
| Smoke damage restoration (per room) | $200 – $600 |
| Whole-home smoke restoration | $2,500 – $12,000 |
| Standalone smoke odor removal | $500 – $2,500 |
| Odor removal with drywall/insulation replacement | $3,000 – $8,000+ |
Will insurance cover fire damage restoration in Ontario?
Most homeowners policies cover fire and smoke damage, including soot removal and odor remediation. We document everything with photos and moisture readings, and we’ll coordinate directly with your adjuster so your claim reflects the full scope of work.
How soon can you start on a fire loss in Ontario?
We dispatch to Ontario fire losses quickly, often the same day you call. Board-up and emergency soot stabilization come first, followed by a written scope before any major work begins. Call (833) 589-9161 for a free estimate.
Brands We Service in Ontario
We restore homes with equipment from Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, and B-Air. For more on the systems we run, see our brands. Most parts for common residential equipment are sourced locally, so turnaround on equipment-related losses in Ontario stays tight.
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| Service | Typical range in Ontario |
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| Water damage restoration (minor, single room) | $150 – $500 |
| Water damage restoration (moderate, multiple rooms) | $1,200 – $4,500 |
| Water damage restoration (major, full basement) | $5,000 – $15,000+ |
| Mold remediation (single room) | $500 – $1,500 |
| Mold remediation (multiple rooms) | $2,000 – $6,000 |
| Fire and smoke restoration (per room) | $200 – $600 |
| Whole-home smoke restoration | $2,500 – $12,000 |
| Smoke odor removal (standalone) | $500 – $2,500 |
What pushes prices up in Ontario specifically is the age of the home. Mid-century builds with original asbestos-containing materials or lead-based paint require special handling that adds labor and disposal costs. Slab leaks in older ranch homes often mean breaking through concrete, which is more expensive than subfloor access. We give every Ontario customer a written scope and price before any work starts, and our estimate is free.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Ontario
We cover all of Ontario, including the ZIP codes 91762, 91764, 91798, and 91758. Our typical response time to most Ontario neighborhoods is under two hours for emergency water and fire work.
- Downtown Ontario and the historic Euclid Avenue corridor
- North Ontario near the 10 Freeway
- The 91762 grid including the ranch home blocks around Vineyard and Cucamonga Avenues
- South Ontario near the 60 Freeway and the Ontario Ranch area
- Archibald Ranch and the neighborhoods east of the 15 Freeway
Service Area – Cities Near Ontario
Stonecrest Water Damage handles restoration work throughout western San Bernardino County. If you’re in Montclair, CA or Upland, CA, we’re close. We also cover Chino, CA and Claremont, CA. Same certified team, same commercial-grade equipment, no matter which city your home is in.
Serving Ontario, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Ontario area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Restoration Company in Ontario
For water and fire emergencies in Ontario, we typically arrive within two hours. Our dispatch covers the full city, including the 91762, 91764, 91798, and 91758 ZIP codes. Call (833) 589-9161 and we’ll give you a realistic arrival window for your specific neighborhood.
Most drying, cleaning, and mold remediation work does not require a permit. Structural repairs and rebuilds after fire or water damage often do, and Ontario’s building department processes those. We handle the permit paperwork as part of the restoration scope.
Yes. We document every job with photos, moisture readings, and line-item scopes that match IICRC standards. We’ll work directly with your adjuster and provide the documentation they require. Estimates are free, and we always agree on a written scope before work begins.
If your Ontario home has water, mold, or fire damage, call Stonecrest Water Damage at (833) 589-9161. We’ll send a certified technician to assess the damage and give you a free, written estimate.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local damage restoration pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Ontario Customers Say
"Post fire smoke damage. The smell that I was sure was permanent is completely gone."
— Michael Bennett"They cut the drywall at a clean line and only as far up as was actually wet, rather than gutting the whole room."
— Greg Vaughn"Third party air clearance test at the end, at their suggestion, so we had proof rather than just their word."
— David Tran