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Avatar for Superior Chimney Services Corporation
Superior Chimney Services Corporation
4.7(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+3 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a chimney sweep and inspection done today. Corbin was extremely informative. Looking forward to using my fireplace."
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+41

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chimney USA Inc.
4.4(
218
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+3 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Emergency services offered

"It went great. The old brick chimney which was collapsing on the inside was bypassed and a new one of metal pipe put in. It went great"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Superior Chimney Services, Corp.
4.5(
1,067
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a chimney sweep and inspection done today. Corbin was extremely informative. Looking forward to using my fireplace."
Structural compromise
No More Lost Heat!
Prevent Water Damage
Get More Heat!
It May Be This Simple!

+25

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
1,228
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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 Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Anthony and Brandon were excellent, extremely professional and knowledgeable! Anthony and Brandon repaired our chimney and installed a new damper and cap and beautiful new logs in under 2 hours! Both men were very friendly and answered all our questions. We couldn't be more excited about our new fireplace and cannot wait to show it off! We highly recommend A-1 Safety Chimney Service and Anthony and Brandon, they exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier!! Thank you Anthony and Brandon and A-1 Safety!!!"
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+17

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Hat Chimney Service, LLC
4.9(
89
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney+2 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top Hat is a top notch company. Anthony is so knowledgeable, professional, warm and friendly all at once. Daniel and Lou did an excellent job on my chimney and I am beyond pleased with the work they did!"
Chimney restoration
Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
144 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chicago Chimney Service
4.8(
51
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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+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario and his crew did a great job on our chimney. Toni was very helpful working with me and my schedule to get the job done quickly. Thank you Chicago Chimney Service!!!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
87
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with the chimney tuckpointing job done by Fire It Up and Robert was very mindful of other areas of my home which a little tuckpointing was also needed. I will recommend Rob to my friends and family."
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Chimneys R Us, LLC
4.0(
35
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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 Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired them to repair chimney, including replacing missing bricks, resetting mortar and, cementing top and installing a chimney cap. They performed everything to spec and were fast and efficient all the way through."
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OLD CHASE COVER
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+9

Response time1 hour
Response rate99%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt and efficient . Very knowledgeable and professional in providing chimney cleaning services."
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Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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AKDK Services, LLC
5.0(
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

AKDK Services LLC 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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Palos Heights

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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’s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

It depends. For new ovens, it’s best to run a few empty cycles to prepare the oven for use and to keep any manufacturing byproducts from entering your food. But if your oven is smoking due to a few burnt pieces of old food, then it probably won’t hurt to eat it. If there’s a lot of smoke, then your food probably won’t taste good, even if it might not be harmful to consume.

Yes, carpets should be replaced after a house fire or significant smoke damage, even if they appear undamaged. Smoke, soot, particulates, and chemicals can penetrate deep into the carpet fibers and padding, making complete removal a complicated and time-consuming process. If water was used to extinguish the fire, it can also soak through the carpet and padding, creating a risk of mold and mildew growth. Due to these challenges and potential health risks, replacing the carpet is the safest and most effective solution.

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