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Q: Is it safe to live in a house with smoke damage?

• <div><p>It is generally not safe to live in a house with smoke damage, as even minor damage can pose long-term health hazards and structural risks. While it might seem safe temporarily depending on the severity, you should relocate if there is major damage or visible soot. Smoke smells and residue contain dangerous particulates and chemical compounds, including carcinogens, that are hazardous to breathe and can cause respiratory issues. These signs of damage are not always visible but can have dangerous short-term and long-term effects on your health, belongings, and your home's structural materials. You should not stay in the house until a trained professional from a smoke remediation or restoration company has assessed the damage and determined it is safe to return. Your insurance company may cover the cost of alternative housing while the professional work is completed.</p></div>

Q: Should I be worried about my oven smoking?

• <div><p>If your oven is new, then it&rsquo;s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don&rsquo;t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can&rsquo;t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover fire damage?

• <div><p>Yes, most homeowners insurance policies cover fire damage and restoration, provided the fire was not set intentionally or caused by negligence. Accidental fires, such as those from electrical issues, cooking, or gas, are typically covered. Your policy will usually cover emergency services like roof tarping, the full cost of remediation and rebuilding, and may also cover alternative housing while your home is being restored. You will be responsible for paying your policy's deductible. It is important to check your policy details to see how coverage is calculated&mdash;it may be for the full replacement cost of damaged items or the actual cash value, which accounts for depreciation. To expedite your claim, contact your insurance company immediately and have all necessary documentation ready.</p></div>

Q: How do you detect smoke damage?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll know you have smoke damage if you notice a lingering smoky odor, see soot or residue, or spot any discoloration of surfaces in your home. If you have any kind of house fire, always assume you have smoke damage and hire a professional <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-to-call-for-smoke-damage.htm">who deals with smoke damage</a> to assess the extent of the damage and restore your home to its pre-fire condition.</p></div>

Q: What can damage a solar panel?

• <div><p>Just about anything that can damage your roof can damage a solar panel. It&rsquo;s common for panels to sustain damage from hail or falling branches. Critters can chew through the wires. Snow and heavy rainfall can cause additional wear, along with extreme temperatures, which can degrade or stress the individual components. Even the UV rays that create electricity slowly damage your panel over time.</p></div>

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Last update on February 13, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
I hired Brad Riddle to do a clearing , hauling, ground prep and laying rocks job . The front yard area was massively overgrown and several sections needed to be addressed. Brad was cooperative, helpful and had to work around my unusual schedule, my grandkids schedules and then rain...
Rose Valley Earthworks & Paving
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Reviewed in November 2024
Removing moss from the roof was a difficult job but Jared stuck with it and completed the work in a professional and noninvasive manner.
Summit Roof & Gutter Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2024
Victor and his team, Julio and Diego did a fantastic job in clearing my overgrown garden property. It was full of rosemary bushes and brush and was presenting a fire hazard. They also advised on the trimming back of the remaining bushes and trees which was included in the work. Completed the...
TreeEx Inc
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Reviewed in August 2024
The job was completed on time, within budget, and I was more than impressed with the quality of work, the project came out beautifully! Iâ ve hired other tree trimmers in the past and NorCal was far and away the best tree trimming Iâ ve ever had done in the 16 years Iâ ve owned this...
NorCal Tree Care
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Reviewed in January 2022
I am selling my house and I wanted a deep cleaning so I could turn it over to the buyer in its best condition. I have not used a cleaning service in the past so I was not sure what to expect. Well the crew from endless mountain cleaning surpassed all of my wishes. This three person team puts...
Endless Mountain Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Inspected my old free standing wood burning stove for safety. Did a great job cleaning the stove and chimney, Did a great job cleaning up afterwards. Couldn't tell he had been here. Very professional, friendly and answered all my questions and concerns. Definitely would recommend this...
Stan's Fireplace and Fence Service
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Reviewed in November 2017
Done professionally and on time. Will continue to use for chimney cleaning.
Sweep For Hire
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Reviewed in September 2015
Did have a two week time before the repair work was done in the kitchen.( hole in ceiling) and chimney flashing wa s completed.
Sears Home Improvements - Roofing
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Reviewed in November 2011
Our 40 year old home is new to us, and we were told by a friend, who is not a professional with chimneys, that we would need a new flue and dampers before we should use our fireplaces, as neither had had chimney caps for years and some rusting had accumulated inside and ruilned the dampers, too....
B And K2 - Village Sweep
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Reviewed in December 2005
The furnace was cleaned and then the chimney was cleaned with both implements as well as cleaning solution. The old chimney cap, which was rusting and falling apart was removed and replaced. The workers were careful not to come into the house while they were cleaning the chimney, so as not to...
CLEAN RITE
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Cali Chimney Sweep

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+3 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Dani was polite, professional and detailed. He kept me posted about his ETA. Once here, he inspected and then thoroughly cleaned and disinfected my chimney. He kept me informed throughout the process. 5 Stars!"

+32

Response time7 hrs

Response rate92%

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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United Chimney Service, Inc.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Also cleaned chimney and wood stove Checked stove and chimney for safety and installation"

Response time4 hrs

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Northstar Construction Group Inc

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"very quick response time and completion of my chimney repair."

+32

Response time1 day

Response rate92%

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Aqua spray

New to Angi

Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+2 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Why choose us?\nDetail-oriented cleaning\nWe provide meticulous, thorough cleaning with a focus on every detail to ensure your home is spotless after every visit \n

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Oceanview_details

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Mobile service and coverage.

Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+2 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

\n\nWe take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days

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Ramirez window cleaning

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! My name is Perla, I’m the owner of Ramirez window cleaning. I specialize in window cleaning, solar panel cleaning, and pressure washing.\n\nI wanted to reach out and see if you might be interested in a free estimate. I take pride in detailed, reliable work and making homes look their best.\n\nLet me know if you’d like a quote — I’d be happy to help!

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StayFresh Cleaning Co.

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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I am a highly organized and detail-oriented cleaner who genuinely enjoys creating clean, welcoming spaces. I take pride in working quickly and efficiently without ever sacrificing quality, ensuring every property is guest-ready and held to a high standard every time.

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Fresh-n-socleanbins

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Focusing on washing your garbage bins so Fresh-n-soclean fast efficiency on time and dedicated to customer satisfaction eco friendly kill 99% germs and bacteria

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Exterior Cleaning Restoration

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Angwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Exterior Cleaning Restoration is a company that takes pride in the work they do. We are very professional and we use eco friendly solutions, with A+ equipment. We do everything from pressure washing, surface cleaning, window cleaning interior and exterior, gutter cleaning, solar panel cleaning, post construction cleanup, soft washing and more. We specialize in algae and moss removal, greece and oil removal, water stains removal and more. Plus we do it all for a reasonable price.

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

It is generally not safe to live in a house with smoke damage, as even minor damage can pose long-term health hazards and structural risks. While it might seem safe temporarily depending on the severity, you should relocate if there is major damage or visible soot. Smoke smells and residue contain dangerous particulates and chemical compounds, including carcinogens, that are hazardous to breathe and can cause respiratory issues. These signs of damage are not always visible but can have dangerous short-term and long-term effects on your health, belongings, and your home's structural materials. You should not stay in the house until a trained professional from a smoke remediation or restoration company has assessed the damage and determined it is safe to return. Your insurance company may cover the cost of alternative housing while the professional work is completed.

If your oven is new, then it’s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don’t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can’t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.

Yes, most homeowners insurance policies cover fire damage and restoration, provided the fire was not set intentionally or caused by negligence. Accidental fires, such as those from electrical issues, cooking, or gas, are typically covered. Your policy will usually cover emergency services like roof tarping, the full cost of remediation and rebuilding, and may also cover alternative housing while your home is being restored. You will be responsible for paying your policy's deductible. It is important to check your policy details to see how coverage is calculated—it may be for the full replacement cost of damaged items or the actual cash value, which accounts for depreciation. To expedite your claim, contact your insurance company immediately and have all necessary documentation ready.

You’ll know you have smoke damage if you notice a lingering smoky odor, see soot or residue, or spot any discoloration of surfaces in your home. If you have any kind of house fire, always assume you have smoke damage and hire a professional who deals with smoke damage to assess the extent of the damage and restore your home to its pre-fire condition.

Just about anything that can damage your roof can damage a solar panel. It’s common for panels to sustain damage from hail or falling branches. Critters can chew through the wires. Snow and heavy rainfall can cause additional wear, along with extreme temperatures, which can degrade or stress the individual components. Even the UV rays that create electricity slowly damage your panel over time.

The Angwin, CA homeowners’ guide to chimney sweeping services

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