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FIRST ONSITE Property Restoration

Updated 2026-08-12 · 17,962 reviewed · 589 listed · Scored from 125 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(125) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Fire & Smoke Damage RestorationFlood & Water Extraction24/7 Emergency ResponseInsurance Claims AssistanceWater Damage Restoration ServiceStructural Drying & DehumidificationMold Remediation
FIRST ONSITE Property Restoration
Services
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration, Flood & Water Extraction, 24/7 Emergency Response
Reviews
125

What recent reviews say

Most customers report quick response, respectful crews, and smooth insurance coordination. Staff keep homeowners informed through each phase and handle fire, flood, and contents restoration with attention to detail. However, two reviewers flagged serious concerns about conflict of interest when acting as TD's preferred vendor, citing incomplete assessments and claim issues that required hiring public adjusters to resolve.

The business excels at emergency containment and demolition work, with named staff praised for responsiveness. Concerns surface primarily around estimate accuracy and the tension between representing the homeowner and the insurance company simultaneously, especially for complex claims involving waterproofing and building code compliance.

Praised for
  • fast emergency response
  • clear communication throughout
  • professional and courteous crew
  • insurance coordination
  • thorough work from start to finish
Watch-outs
  • conflicts of interest as preferred vendor
  • inadequate estimates and inspections
  • poor communication in some cases
  • minimal owner updates for rental properties
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Best for: homeowners seeking fast emergency water or fire response with direct crew updates and insurance coordination
Think twice if: you need an independent estimate as well if you're dealing with complex damage, especially regarding waterproofing and building code requirements when they are also the insurer's preferred vendor

Strengths

  • rapid emergency dispatch and containment
  • experienced crews across demolition and contents restoration
  • strong communication from named supervisors
  • insurance claim navigation support

What reviews say by service

24/7 Emergency Response
rapid dispatch and quick initial containment, though wait times for follow-up phases can stretch weeks pending legal procedures
Water Damage Restoration Service
praised for efficiency in flood response, basement extraction, and full restoration coordination
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration
handled post-fire demolition quickly and coordinated with insurance after inspections
Insurance Claims Assistance
strong coordination with insurers, but two reviewers report conflicts when acting as preferred vendor, citing incomplete estimates and claim denials that required public adjusters
Structural Drying & Dehumidification
referenced implicitly in flood recovery but no detailed review evidence
Mold Remediation
listed as service offering; no specific review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.62 average across the 299 fire & smoke damage restoration businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 68
Review volume 91
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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108
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3
3
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14

Contact

Address
91 Trillium Dr, Kitchener, ON N2E 1W8

Last verified 2026-08-12

Opening hours

Monday
00:00-24:00
Tuesday
00:00-24:00
Wednesday
00:00-24:00
Thursday
00:00-24:00
Friday
00:00-24:00
Saturday
00:00-24:00
Sunday
00:00-24:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Water and Flood Damage RestorationFire & Smoke Damage RestorationMould RemediationAsbestos AbatementClimate ControlContents RestorationEmergency Response PlanningGeneral Contracting

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

How quickly can they respond to an emergency water or fire damage call?
Reviewers report rapid dispatch; one noted initial response within a week of incident after legal procedures, with demolition and cleanup completed within a month.
Do they help with insurance claims?
Yes, they coordinate with insurers and provide estimate support. However, ensure you have your own contractor or public adjuster review complex claims, especially regarding waterproofing and building code compliance.
Will I get regular updates during the work?
Most reviewers report good communication from supervisors. One customer received near-daily email updates with detailed reports during restoration phases.

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Last updated 2026-08-12