INSURANCE-PREFERRED CONTRACTOR
A fire changes everything in minutes. The hours and days after are overwhelming. You have to worry about smoke-damaged rooms, structural questions, insurance calls, and nowhere to start. DH Construction has been rebuilding fire-damaged homes and commercial properties for more than 34 years. If you’re in Sacramento, Chico, or the Sparks/Reno area, call us now. We’ll walk you through every step.
REACH OUR COMMERCIAL TEAM
Ask specifically for a commercial project manager when you call.
Available 24/7 for emergency response only in the Sacramento, CA area
FIRE DAMAGE RECONSTRUCTION
Fire reconstruction is more than removing charred materials. Every loss involves a combination of damage types that must be properly scoped and documented for a successful insurance claim:
The visible burn area is rarely the full picture. Heat causes structural materials to lose integrity even without direct flame contact. Smoke migrates through wall cavities, ductwork, and attic insulation, leaving odor and contamination in rooms that appear unaffected. Firefighting water adds another layer of secondary damage, saturating framing and subfloor within hours.
An incomplete scope that addresses only the obvious damage leads to denied supplements, post-repair odor problems, and structural issues that resurface months later. DH Construction’s estimators are trained in Xactimate, the same platform your insurer probably uses, ensuring the scope captures all affected systems from the start.
DAMAGE EXPERTISE
Complex commercial losses require experienced project management across all phases, from documentation through final certificate of occupancy.
FULL STRUCTURAL & MEP RESTORATION
Commercial fire losses involve greater structural complexity, multi-system damage, and business interruption implications. DH Construction handles structure, MEP systems, interior finishes, and the insurance documentation process.
MULTI-FLOOR MITIGATION & REBUILD
Sprinkler activations, pipe bursts, and flooding can affect multiple floors simultaneously. DH Construction manages complex water damage claims through full water mitigation and reconstruction.
ROOFING, ENVELOPE & GLAZING RESTORATION
High-wind events, hail, and winter storms can compromise roofing systems, exterior walls, and glazing. DH Construction handles commercial storm-damage reconstruction with the speed and scale needed.
24/7 EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Commercial vandalism and break-ins require immediate physical security and reconstruction. DH Construction provides emergency board-up, glass replacement, and full reconstruction.
DH Construction is a longtime leader in the damage restoration industry, which means your insurer has already vetted our licensing, insurance, and quality standards. When you call us first, you’re calling a contractor your adjuster is familiar with.
Industry leader. We handle the adjuster communication, scope documentation, and supplement process so you can focus on your family.
Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and finishers on staff, not subcontracted. Faster mobilization, better quality control, single accountability.
Active project volume means experienced crews and established carrier relationships across all major commercial markets.
Dedicated project management protocols for high-dollar, multi-system, or multi-tenant events.
Estimates prepared in the format carriers require, with proper commercial pricing and code upgrade documentation.
HOW WE WORK
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We secure the structure with temporary boarding, tarping, and fencing to prevent further damage and unauthorized entry.
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A senior estimator walks the loss with your adjuster or independently documents the full damage envelope for submission to your carrier.
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Removal of all unsalvageable materials per the approved scope.
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Framing, roofing, sheathing, and structural systems restored to pre-loss or code-compliant condition.
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Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems permitted and inspected.
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Insulation, drywall, paint, flooring, cabinetry, and trim to match or exceed pre-loss condition.
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Client and project manager review ensures nothing is missed before file close.
Timeline depends on the severity of the fire and the scope of reconstruction. A moderate single-room fire may take 8-14 weeks from demolition to completion. A major structural fire affecting multiple areas can run 6-12 months. Depending on the severity and/or complexity of the repair scope, DH Construction assigns a dedicated project manager who provides a written schedule after the initial scope assessment. We coordinate directly with your adjuster to keep the project moving without delays tied to supplement approvals.
Most homeowner and commercial property policies cover fire damage reconstruction up to your policy limits, minus your deductible. We also manage the supplement process when hidden damage or code-required upgrades aren’t in the initial estimate.
Yes. Smoke and soot travel well beyond the burn area and embed in walls, HVAC systems, insulation, and personal property. DH Construction can help facilitate full smoke odor remediation and structural decontamination. We document everything for your insurance claim so affected areas outside the burn zone are properly included in the scope.
No. Firefighting water intrusion is a common secondary loss after a structure fire, and DH Construction handles both. Our team can coordinate the proper service vendors to perform water extraction, structural drying, and mold prevention as part of the same reconstruction scope. This prevents gaps between contractors and keeps your insurance file clean.
Yes. DH Construction serves Sacramento, Chico, and the Sparks/Reno metro area. All three markets have dedicated project management support.
WHERE WE SERVE
DH Construction serves fire-damaged properties across three markets. Call us to reach our team from any of these locations.
TALK TO A SPECIALIST
For large-loss inquiries, business interruption events, or multi-tenant losses, ask specifically for our commercial project manager when you call.
CALIFORNIA
Sacramento County and surrounding areas. Emergency services available.
CALIFORNIA
Butte County and surrounding Northern California communities.
NEVADA
Washoe County and surrounding Northern Nevada communities.
FIRE DAMAGE RESTORATION
Call DH Construction now, and we’ll assess the damage and work directly with your insurer to get reconstruction started.