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Q: How serious is a short circuit?

• <div><p>Short circuits can cause significant damage to electrical appliances, bodily harm, and potentially death to humans. For this reason, they are a serious occurrence. If you&rsquo;re unable to find and fix a short circuit on your own, you must reach out to a licensed electrician for help.</p></div>

Q: What is the most common cause of kitchen fires?

• <div><p>The most common causes of kitchen fires are leaving cooking food unattended, frying food with excessive amounts of oil, and leaving flammable objects near the stovetop. </p></div>

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: 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>

Q: Does a bowl of vinegar absorb smoke?

• <div><p>Yes, a bowl of vinegar can absorb smoke. If you want to use this method to reduce the smoke smell in your house, all you have to do is leave a bowl (or multiple bowls) of white vinegar out overnight. Alternatively, you can use bowls of baking soda, coffee grounds, or activated charcoal.</p></div>

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Last update on July 07, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Jarhead was a great company for replacing our roof. They supported us throughout our insurance questions, worked around our crazy schedules, and always answered everything in a way that made us feel great about the expense of such a product. We would recommend this company over and over!
Jarhead Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2023
Rick did an excellent job getting the area over my septic field level and back to looking good. Highly recommend for any jobs u need
Smock Excavating
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Reviewed in September 2023
First to reply to my request,fast,courtious,great price,cleaned up any mess and friendly.Would hire this man again!
Bryant Masonry & Chimney Repair
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Reviewed in July 2023
Skylar arrived quickly to access the situation. Was able to fix the furnace on that visit! Reasonable pricing and have referred his company to many friends!
Holt Heating and Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Great work, can tell there is a ton of experience. It looks so easy! Have used them on more than one occasion. They leave your house cleaner than they found it! You would not be disappointed!
Top Coaters Painting
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Reviewed in August 2022
Brenton Gaddy does a very good job and his prices are very competitive.
Gaddy Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
We had extensive landscaping done all around our house and yard. We needed all old rocks and bricks removed from clear around our home and new bricks and landscaping rocks replaced. Also they removed a tree and dug out all of the roots so they could plant a new tree. We had 9 new trees planted...
Scenic services LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
They were quick to respond to my call and were able to schedule me quickly. I appreciate that they gave me a small window of time to expect them instead of being told to wait for them all day. When they were here they were professional, friendly, and finished in a timely manner. Not only that...
A-1 Masonry
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Reviewed in October 2013
Brian did a great job in examining the fireplace and chimney to be sure it was safe to use. No cleaning was necessary. I had several questions and he was very knowledgeable and provided needed answers. Also, I had him clean the dryer vent. Very happy with the service! Will definitely use...
Hammond Fireplace & Chimney
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Reviewed in January 2010
The roof was good, until it rained 3 days later. Along the side of the house where the roof meets teh chimney water was leaking into the house and cause damage to every floor and had water running into the basement. I called him to come fix it and he didn't get to my house to fix it for another...
Casey Roofing Inc
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Chimneys R Us, LLC

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+2 more

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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."

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cory did an excellent job on my firebox and chimney top. It was discovered I need some work on the chimney liner but he focused on the job at hand and gave me an estimate for the liner later rather than pushing it on the spot. Will go with Shamrock again for the liner and routine chimney sweeps and waterproofing."

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked great. Put additional items in later and company was very thorough and professional with their help and knowledge."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Bryant masonry and chimney repair LLC

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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 Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Family owned and operated small business.loooking to bring quality work at an affordable price. We do masonry work. Brick Block or Stone.

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Grizzly's Chimney Service, Inc.

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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 Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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Home cleaning service with Ely

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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 Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Good afternoon, we provide weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly cleaning services. Our mission is to provide you with the best service so you are completely satisfied. Refresh your home with our service. Free estimate when you call 309-622-2427. thanks in advance for choosing our service. Have a nice day!

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Sleek n sheen

New to Angi

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

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I Frankie Evans am good at what I do when comes to cleaning I love helping others and being able to do what I love to do

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Anthony

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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 Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Attention to detail is my biggest thing. Take care of people things as if they are yours. Safe & careful about everything I touch.

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Johnson Professional Cleaning Service

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Johnson Professional Cleaning is a locally owned and operated business established in 2004 with many years of experience in the industry. I take great pride in providing quality work at a competitive price. I have built a strong reputation for customer satisfaction by working with honesty and diligence. Allow me to show you how my commitment to personal service and expertise will help you with all of your cleaning needs.

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Riggins Cleaning

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

My name is Heather & I am the owner of Riggins cleaning . I have almost 10 years in cleaning experience & have owned my cleaning since January of 2024 . I clean both residential & commercial . I have cleaned in gyms , hotels , air B & B’s , car dealerships , offices , homes , & buildings . I have done several deep cleans & move in / move outs . I have cleaned general areas , such as living room area , kitchen , bathrooms , basements & have cleaned ceiling fans , walls inside ovens , microwaves , refrigerators , cabinets . I provide all the above services to assure your getting the very top quality of cleaning . Thank you for your interest in trusting my cleaning business .

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Short circuits can cause significant damage to electrical appliances, bodily harm, and potentially death to humans. For this reason, they are a serious occurrence. If you’re unable to find and fix a short circuit on your own, you must reach out to a licensed electrician for help.

The most common causes of kitchen fires are leaving cooking food unattended, frying food with excessive amounts of oil, and leaving flammable objects near the stovetop.

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.

In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain types of smoke damage from walls and ceilings, but it’s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you’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.

Yes, a bowl of vinegar can absorb smoke. If you want to use this method to reduce the smoke smell in your house, all you have to do is leave a bowl (or multiple bowls) of white vinegar out overnight. Alternatively, you can use bowls of baking soda, coffee grounds, or activated charcoal.

The Clinton, IL homeowners’ guide to chimney sweeping services

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How to Hire a Chimney Sweep
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Who Cleans Chimneys?
Regular chimney cleaning keeps your fireplace running safety and efficiently. But who cleans chimneys? Our guide explains which pro is best for the job.
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How to Clean a Chimney and When to Call in a Pro
A clean chimney can reduce your risk of poor indoor air quality and house fires. Use this guide on how to clean a chimney to keep you and your family safe.
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Jul 20, 2026Jul 20, 2026
How to Hire a Reputable Chimney Sweep That’ll “Soot” Your Needs
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Jul 15, 2026Jul 15, 2026
How to Use Creosote Sweeping Logs to Keep Your Chimney Clean and Safe
Knowing how to use a creosote sweeping log for additional maintenance in between your annual chimney sweep can help keep your home safe from fires.