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Q: Can a fire-damaged house be repaired?

• <div><p>In most cases, yes, a fire-damaged house can be repaired. The only exception would be if a house fire leads to major structural damage. In that case, it might be faster and more affordable to knock down the house and start from scratch. In most cases, though, repairs are possible with help from a professional. </p></div>

Q: How long does a burnt smell last in a house?

• <div><p>Luckily, you can typically eliminate your microwave&rsquo;s burnt smell within a few hours for most situations. Be sure to let it air out for two to three hours after cleaning to let the odor evacuate your home&mdash;if you close your home up too early, the odor will be trapped. For stronger, more stubborn burnt smells, it might take a full day or more to really notice a difference. </p></div>

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: 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: 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>

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Last update on August 26, 2026

Reviewed in August 2026
Bubble and suds did an excellent job cleaning our home. Brittany was friendly and efficient in her work, and takes pride in it. She made our kitchen sparkle, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a housekeeper
Bubble And Suds
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Reviewed in September 2025
Wow! I called them and two hours later they showed up. Two hours later they were gone with the entire area clean and raked. This is how you do it! It happened so fast I never had a chance to take pictures. Great crew and chief easy to get along with. Friendly and dependable!
Affordable Junk Hauling & Moving
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Reviewed in April 2025
Mike iwas efficient and thoughtful about how he did the work. We had both power washing and concrete resealing done on patios, porch, sidewalks and driveway. Additionally he repainted the wood posts and ceiling for our back patio. All work was completed on time and within budget.
Mike Samuelsen Painting
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Reviewed in January 2024
Spiffy Shine does a great job it’s always so nice to come to my office and see everything so clean.
Spiffy Shine
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Reviewed in July 2023
They did an amazing job! You can't even tell where the trees were. They are efficient and clean up well. I highly recommend this company.
Yellow Tree
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Reviewed in June 2023
On time and cleaned up and they did a excellent job can't even tell that we had trees cut down
Castro Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2022
They are on time, very friendly, did a great job. They removed a lot of logs, ground out quite a few stumps, cleaned the shrubs and grasses, also did weed abatement. I recommend them highly.
Kimbor Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2022
Excellent service and very professional. Trimmed trees and removed a huge cypress bush in a timely manner. Cleaned up the area where they worked and everything was hauled away. I would definately recommend this business and will use them in the future.
Crowder Tree Specialist
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Reviewed in June 2018
Joff painted the exterior of our house. Joff and his assistant power washed the entire house and cleaned up all of the peeling paint on our eaves. They were very careful to not damage existing plants and items around the house. Joff listened to what we had in mind for the brick skirting and...
Lake Light Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2015
Todd was on-time, He did a very professional job of cleaning the chimney at our new (to us) house. It was completely clogged and would not draw. Also cleaned the stove. Left our house very neat. Good job at a fair price. I will use him again <br />
Indoor Air & chimney
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Aqua spray

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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 Thermalito, 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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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 Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Fancy gallons cleaning

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

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi! I’m Fallon, owner of Fancy Fallon's Cleaning Services. With years of hands-on experience and a strong eye for detail, I specialize in keeping residential and commercial spaces spotless, refreshed, and inviting. Whether you need ongoing home maintenance, a deep clean, or move-in/move-out support, I treat every space with the highest level of care, respect, and reliability. I’m passionate about making life easier for my clients—let me take the cleaning off your to-do list!

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"He installed a flue liner in my chimney."

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy to install but should come with better directions besides the application too stall. But overall...it was good."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tod is prompt and did a very clean job on repairing my wood stove and the refurbish of the stove looks nice."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Scott's Chimney sweep

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Greg Scott of Scott's Chimney Sweep and Dryer Vents holds over 20 years of residential and commercial experience. Foothills of Northern California and Brownsville!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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 Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate89%

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Royal Cleaning

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Clean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Royal Cleaning is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Lamarion

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Serving Thermalito, CA and surrounding areas

I’m a detail cleaner. I’m fast

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

In most cases, yes, a fire-damaged house can be repaired. The only exception would be if a house fire leads to major structural damage. In that case, it might be faster and more affordable to knock down the house and start from scratch. In most cases, though, repairs are possible with help from a professional.

Luckily, you can typically eliminate your microwave’s burnt smell within a few hours for most situations. Be sure to let it air out for two to three hours after cleaning to let the odor evacuate your home—if you close your home up too early, the odor will be trapped. For stronger, more stubborn burnt smells, it might take a full day or more to really notice a difference.

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.

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.

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.

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