Malvern Cleanup and Restoration

Fire Blazes Through Historic Malvern, Iowa — SERVPRO Team Toft Will Get It Back to New

Malvern, Iowa, traces its beginnings to the fall of 1869, when the pioneer village was first established. Soon after, it became one of the four key communities along the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad, which helped shape the region’s early development. John D. Paddock and his wife were the first documented settlers, arriving in September and building a modest 1½-story structure that served as both their home and the community’s first store. Malvern grew rapidly; by its fifth year, Paddock reported a population of nearly 800 residents. With factories emerging and farming driving the local economy, Malvern became a thriving rural community. However, during the 1960s, 1970s, and especially the 1980s, the decline in farm operations and available labor caused economic challenges.

In 2021, Malvern faced a devastating blow when one of its historic buildings caught fire, drawing multiple fire crews from surrounding areas to help contain the flames. While firefighters worked tirelessly, the incident left behind extensive fire damage and significant water damage from suppression efforts, damage that can be especially complex in older structures. Restoring a building with deep historical value requires precision, care, and expertise.

That is where SERVPRO Team Toft steps in. Our specialists are trained in comprehensive fire damage restoration and water damage restoration, using advanced equipment and proven techniques to remove soot, dry saturated materials, eliminate smoke odors, and rebuild affected areas. For communities like Malvern, preserving history matters, and SERVPRO Team Toft is committed to helping restore what’s important.

Beyond its historic sites, Malvern is home to the annual Mills County Fair, one of the town’s most popular traditions. Held each summer, the fair features 4-H dog and sheep shows, cornhole tournaments, goat shows, a pet show, and even an ugly cake contest. It brings families and neighbors together, showcasing the spirit and pride of the Malvern community.

When fire threatens the places that hold Malvern’s history and memories, SERVPRO Team Toft is the trusted partner to help make it “Like it never even happened.”