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Q: How do you get a smoke smell out of your house?

• <div><p>Smoke can be tricky to remove from your home, especially after a fire. The best way to eliminate the smell is to open the windows to increase ventilation and air circulation in your house. Then, use white vinegar to wipe down walls, furniture, and floors. Try steam-cleaning carpet and other upholstered items to remove the smell of smoke.</p></div>

Q: Can you use flour to put out an electrical fire?

• <div><p>Baking soda is an effective fire reduction method. However, flour and baking powder are very dangerous around flames. Flour is flammable and it can also conduct electricity. The combination can cause serious injury from electrical shock and worsen the situation by adding fuel to the fire. Baking powder is also not an option as it's also highly flammable. </p></div>

Q: Can I clean up fire damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY cleanup is not recommended due to hazardous soot, odors, and potential structural issues.</p></div>

Q: Does drywall need to be replaced after smoke damage?

• <div><p>You may need to replace drywall because of smoke damage. If the drywall is covered in soot, you may be able to clean it, but it will require a lot of time and effort. You could spend hours cleaning the drywall only to find there is more damage and it needs to be replaced anyway. It&rsquo;s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.</p></div>

Q: Can smoke damage be completely removed?

• <div><p>In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/smoke-damage-types.htm">types of smoke damage</a> from walls and ceilings, but it&rsquo;s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you&rsquo;ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.</p></div>

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Last update on September 18, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Hired Ceiling Pro to replace some water stained tiles. They did a professional job.
Ceiling Pro
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Reviewed in September 2023
Roberto provided excellent service diagnosing my water heater issue to replacing it, from start to finish. He is very responsive and worked with my warranty company thru all the ups and downs. I recommend their services to anyone without hesitation.
AAFP, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Replaced failing hot water tank using Fast Water Heater Co. Under PSE leasing program. Company was out same day as called and worked around our schedule to complete job. Brandon called 20 minutes before arrival (as promised) and completed the job in less than 90 minutes. No debris, no water on...
Fast Water Heater Company
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Reviewed in October 2016
Very badly. The technician requested for the water system for the entire condo building to be shut off in which HOA of my condo building charge to do so. He himself set up the repair date with my building manager assistant. The technician never show up As I called Stlas , the receptionist rudely...
ATLAS PLUMBING & ROOTER
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Reviewed in October 2015
I had a problem with a Rheem water (never buy again, btw) that was still under warranty. Spoke to Rheem, we figured out the problem and they sent the required part via Fedex. In order to not void the warranty, it had to be professionally installed. I called a couple of places and then selected...
Water Heaters Only, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2015
Pat has taken over....management of the water....and up keep on my 1/2 acre of garden
Ridgeline Landscape Gardening
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Reviewed in September 2014
There were numerous items that Dave either missed or ignored. In addition, we found out at closing that the seller was the general contractor on the home and did quite a bit of work himself, without the necessary skills. There were doors that were damaged and/or inoperable in the kitchen (2),...
HOME INSPECTION GROUP
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Reviewed in November 2013
Martin consistently amazes me with his professionalism. Not only he said the chimney is reasonable clean and suggested no cleaning, he waved the fees! not even charging me a minimum. He also took time to explain how to best use a L shape chimney to avoid smoke returning to unit. the trick is...
MISTER CHIMNEY CLEANING & REPAIRS, INC
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Reviewed in August 2013
I had an emergency water leak in my rental. Very severe! Called Verity Bath. I am so very happy with my choice. Toni came quickly as soon as he wrapped the work elsewhere. He removed the water damaged area (ceiling and wall), brought fans to dry the area and repaired the damage quickly. I am...
Verity Baths
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Reviewed in March 2013
The repair man approached the job professionally and was a joy to have had come to repair our dryer. He knew exactly what he was doing and explained it in easy and precise terms for my wife so she could understand. Will definitely use them again when there is a need.
Mr. Appliance of Scottsdale & East Valley
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