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Absolute Clean and Restoration, Inc.

4.96(
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Absolute Clean and Restoration, Inc.

4.96(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

At Absolute Clean, we pride ourselves on providing thorough cleaning services. We treat your home like our own and would love the opportunity to impress you with our extensive cleaning systems. We provide residential and commercial carpet cleaning services, upholstery cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, wood floor cleaning and Emergency Water Extractions or Flood Restoration Services. We offer free quotations and our team is dedicated in serving you.

"Great job"

Donna H on September 2022

At Absolute Clean, we pride ourselves on providing thorough cleaning services. We treat your home like our own and would love the opportunity to impress you with our extensive cleaning systems. We provide residential and commercial carpet cleaning services, upholstery cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, wood floor cleaning and Emergency Water Extractions or Flood Restoration Services. We offer free quotations and our team is dedicated in serving you.

"Great job"

Donna H on September 2022


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Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc.

4.31(
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Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc.

4.31(
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Customers say: True professional
32 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc., specializes in storm, water and wind restoration services both commercial and residential clients. We offer 24 hour emergency services to minimize damages to homes and businesses. With 30 plus years of experience, we guarantee quality and excellence in every aspect of our business. Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc., service technicians are courteous professionals, equipped with state of the art cleaning and restoration tools. Call or e-mail if you have any additional questions or would like to schedule a free consultation. We look forward to working with you! moldremovalwellmington.com, 31 years of experience, 24/7 emergency

"Pride did a great job for us. They came when they said they would. They were very good with communication and very hard working. We quickly got our bid and they were able to start our work the next day. The crew dealt with the water in our basement and removed the ruined carpeting and drywall, moving and treating with mold spray all of our items. They finished that work all in one very long day. We had fans drying things in our basement for the next 5 days and someone from Pride came very day to check the equipment and they progress and also to spray again to prevent mold. We would highly recommend this company."

Lionel M on December 2024

Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc., specializes in storm, water and wind restoration services both commercial and residential clients. We offer 24 hour emergency services to minimize damages to homes and businesses. With 30 plus years of experience, we guarantee quality and excellence in every aspect of our business. Pride Cleaning & Restoration, Inc., service technicians are courteous professionals, equipped with state of the art cleaning and restoration tools. Call or e-mail if you have any additional questions or would like to schedule a free consultation. We look forward to working with you! moldremovalwellmington.com, 31 years of experience, 24/7 emergency

"Pride did a great job for us. They came when they said they would. They were very good with communication and very hard working. We quickly got our bid and they were able to start our work the next day. The crew dealt with the water in our basement and removed the ruined carpeting and drywall, moving and treating with mold spray all of our items. They finished that work all in one very long day. We had fans drying things in our basement for the next 5 days and someone from Pride came very day to check the equipment and they progress and also to spray again to prevent mold. We would highly recommend this company."

Lionel M on December 2024


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Kevin reed

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Kevin reed

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14 years of experience

I am a Journeyman Union Carpenter by trade but after 15 years left it to pursue other things. I have had rental properties and done hundreds of property rehabs and remodels over the years. I have a working knowledge of plumbing and electrical and I take pride in my work. I also rehab and refinish antique wood furniture and build custom furniture out of old wood and recycled materials. No job is too small and I enjoy meeting all the people that this kind of work leads me too.

I am a Journeyman Union Carpenter by trade but after 15 years left it to pursue other things. I have had rental properties and done hundreds of property rehabs and remodels over the years. I have a working knowledge of plumbing and electrical and I take pride in my work. I also rehab and refinish antique wood furniture and build custom furniture out of old wood and recycled materials. No job is too small and I enjoy meeting all the people that this kind of work leads me too.


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Property Medic

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Property Medic

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With a team of skilled and professional handymen, Property Medic specializes in high-quality drywall repair, interior painting, deck repair, and deck staining. We are dedicated to ensuring every customer is completely satisfied with our work and our transparent process. Our commitment to excellence means our knowledgeable staff will provide the highest quality service to transform your home with beautiful outcomes you will be 100% happy with.

"I really needed a handyman to do some smaller jobs for me. Property Medic was a great company to do them, quick, knowlegeable and friendly. I will call them if I need help again. A very good company in my experience."

Barb B on November 2024

With a team of skilled and professional handymen, Property Medic specializes in high-quality drywall repair, interior painting, deck repair, and deck staining. We are dedicated to ensuring every customer is completely satisfied with our work and our transparent process. Our commitment to excellence means our knowledgeable staff will provide the highest quality service to transform your home with beautiful outcomes you will be 100% happy with.

"I really needed a handyman to do some smaller jobs for me. Property Medic was a great company to do them, quick, knowlegeable and friendly. I will call them if I need help again. A very good company in my experience."

Barb B on November 2024


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DryMasters

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DryMasters

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Give us a call today for a free estimate at 314-498-1070. For over 25 years Drymasters has specialized in emergency water clean-up that takes Your Headaches Away. Our team of skilled professionals utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to remove, clean, repair, and replace damage caused by flooding. Angie's List members receive a Free Service Call & Water Inspection so whether your flood damage is due to sewer and pipe bursts or natural disasters, including storm and flood damage, we make water gone. Call today and we will get your home or building back on track with as few interruptions as possible. Need assistance with your insurance claim? We have found that 9 out of 10 times the claim is covered if the correct wording is shared with the insurance company when reporting a loss. Call Drymasters and Be Happy, We Make Water Gone.

"They came in were very knowledgeable in water removal and made me feel at ease during a horrible disaster. Great company and great people"

Norm R on January 2021

Give us a call today for a free estimate at 314-498-1070. For over 25 years Drymasters has specialized in emergency water clean-up that takes Your Headaches Away. Our team of skilled professionals utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to remove, clean, repair, and replace damage caused by flooding. Angie's List members receive a Free Service Call & Water Inspection so whether your flood damage is due to sewer and pipe bursts or natural disasters, including storm and flood damage, we make water gone. Call today and we will get your home or building back on track with as few interruptions as possible. Need assistance with your insurance claim? We have found that 9 out of 10 times the claim is covered if the correct wording is shared with the insurance company when reporting a loss. Call Drymasters and Be Happy, We Make Water Gone.

"They came in were very knowledgeable in water removal and made me feel at ease during a horrible disaster. Great company and great people"

Norm R on January 2021


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911 Restoration of Metro East

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911 Restoration of Metro East

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10 years of experience

911 Restoration of Metro East is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.

911 Restoration of Metro East is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.


Smoke Services Restoration, Inc.

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Smoke Services Restoration, Inc.

2.00(
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13 years of experience

Smoke Services Restoration is a full service cleaning and restoration company. We subcontract roofing, electrical and plumbing. We are comprised of a team of 18 employees and offer our 40+ years experience. Payment is due upon completion of services unless other arrangements have been made previously. Check it for up to date special offers! Although we currently do not offer finance options, we do accept all major credit cards.

"I hired Smoke Services (owner Mike Marler) to repair my home after a fire on 2/15/2024. Weeks after he did finally bring in an outside company to get my wiring/electrical repaired. We attempted to touch base with him on multiple occasions in regards to roof, drywall, exterior repairs to the home to include painting, getting a dumpster placed on site so that we could clean up. We were constantly given the run around or entirely ignored. It was finally set that the drywall would be completed on a Monday, the day came and went and the work was not done, bo word about it. A few days later, rubber mulch was bagged in trash bags from our playground, without word or quote regarding the action. It had been stated Directly to Marler that we would be doing the outside clean up ourselves to save money as it was not even in the estimate given to us/him from the insurance company. The estimate that clearly stated that he was to reach out to them for consent and approval of items not listed within the initial estimate. This never happened though. I terminated our working relationship via email. Marler then proceeded to enter my home(illegal trespass) the next day via key code and place a fan in my home attempting to change me to do so. After we discovered that he had been in the home we sent a second email reconfirming that he was terminated from the job. He then proceeded to call and text from my front door wanting to know why the door code was changed while acknowledging that we terminated the relationship. He has submitted a bill to us that is astronomically inflated for work that was never approved, and even done foolishly, like scooping mulch by hand for 48 hours, (so he claims). There is also removal of product listed on invoice that is currently sitting at my residence. I hired Smoke Services (owner Mike Marler) to repair my home after a fire on 2/15/2024. Weeks after he did finally bring in an outside company to get my wiring/electrical repaired. We attempted to touch base with him on multiple occasions in regards to roof, drywall, exterior repairs to the home to include painting, getting a dumpster placed on site so that we could clean up. We were constantly given the run around or entirely ignored. It was finally set that the drywall would be completed on a Monday, the day came and went and the work was not done, bo word about it. A few days later, rubber mulch was bagged in trash bags from our playground, without word or quote regarding the action. It had been stated Directly to Marler that we would be doing the outside clean up ourselves to save money as it was not even in the estimate given to us/him from the insurance company. The estimate that clearly stated that he was to reach out to them for consent and approval of items not listed within the initial estimate. This never happened though. I terminated our working relationship via email. Marler then proceeded to enter my home the next day via key code and place a fan in my home attempting to change me to do so. After we discovered that he had been in the home we sent a second email reconfirming that he was terminated from the job. He then proceeded to call and text from my front door wanting to know why the door code was changed while acknowledging that we terminated the relationship. He has submitted a bill to us that is astronomically inflated for work that was never approved, and even done foolishly like, scooping mulch by hand for 48 hours, (so he claims). There is also removal of product listed on invoice that is currently sitting at my residence."

Margaret R on April 2024

Smoke Services Restoration is a full service cleaning and restoration company. We subcontract roofing, electrical and plumbing. We are comprised of a team of 18 employees and offer our 40+ years experience. Payment is due upon completion of services unless other arrangements have been made previously. Check it for up to date special offers! Although we currently do not offer finance options, we do accept all major credit cards.

"I hired Smoke Services (owner Mike Marler) to repair my home after a fire on 2/15/2024. Weeks after he did finally bring in an outside company to get my wiring/electrical repaired. We attempted to touch base with him on multiple occasions in regards to roof, drywall, exterior repairs to the home to include painting, getting a dumpster placed on site so that we could clean up. We were constantly given the run around or entirely ignored. It was finally set that the drywall would be completed on a Monday, the day came and went and the work was not done, bo word about it. A few days later, rubber mulch was bagged in trash bags from our playground, without word or quote regarding the action. It had been stated Directly to Marler that we would be doing the outside clean up ourselves to save money as it was not even in the estimate given to us/him from the insurance company. The estimate that clearly stated that he was to reach out to them for consent and approval of items not listed within the initial estimate. This never happened though. I terminated our working relationship via email. Marler then proceeded to enter my home(illegal trespass) the next day via key code and place a fan in my home attempting to change me to do so. After we discovered that he had been in the home we sent a second email reconfirming that he was terminated from the job. He then proceeded to call and text from my front door wanting to know why the door code was changed while acknowledging that we terminated the relationship. He has submitted a bill to us that is astronomically inflated for work that was never approved, and even done foolishly, like scooping mulch by hand for 48 hours, (so he claims). There is also removal of product listed on invoice that is currently sitting at my residence. I hired Smoke Services (owner Mike Marler) to repair my home after a fire on 2/15/2024. Weeks after he did finally bring in an outside company to get my wiring/electrical repaired. We attempted to touch base with him on multiple occasions in regards to roof, drywall, exterior repairs to the home to include painting, getting a dumpster placed on site so that we could clean up. We were constantly given the run around or entirely ignored. It was finally set that the drywall would be completed on a Monday, the day came and went and the work was not done, bo word about it. A few days later, rubber mulch was bagged in trash bags from our playground, without word or quote regarding the action. It had been stated Directly to Marler that we would be doing the outside clean up ourselves to save money as it was not even in the estimate given to us/him from the insurance company. The estimate that clearly stated that he was to reach out to them for consent and approval of items not listed within the initial estimate. This never happened though. I terminated our working relationship via email. Marler then proceeded to enter my home the next day via key code and place a fan in my home attempting to change me to do so. After we discovered that he had been in the home we sent a second email reconfirming that he was terminated from the job. He then proceeded to call and text from my front door wanting to know why the door code was changed while acknowledging that we terminated the relationship. He has submitted a bill to us that is astronomically inflated for work that was never approved, and even done foolishly like, scooping mulch by hand for 48 hours, (so he claims). There is also removal of product listed on invoice that is currently sitting at my residence."

Margaret R on April 2024


Eml Builders

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Eml Builders

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We are a full home remodeling contractor. From top to bottom. We offer roofing, Windows, doors, decks, siding, kitchens, baths, basements, flooring.

We are a full home remodeling contractor. From top to bottom. We offer roofing, Windows, doors, decks, siding, kitchens, baths, basements, flooring.


Innovative Cleaning & Restoration LLC

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Innovative Cleaning & Restoration LLC

4.65(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We provide Water Damage restoration services in St Louis and the surrounding areas to both commercial and residential customers. We specialize in Mold remediation, Air Duct cleaning, fire damage and other services. Feel free to call 24/7 to schedule a free property evaluation, or speak with a specialist regarding your property.

"nick is a scammer never showed up when he said he was nothing but lies and broken promises showed up one day half a** cleaned two rooms never can back and refuses to give my money back he is a scammer and a thief"

Tim A on August 2025

We provide Water Damage restoration services in St Louis and the surrounding areas to both commercial and residential customers. We specialize in Mold remediation, Air Duct cleaning, fire damage and other services. Feel free to call 24/7 to schedule a free property evaluation, or speak with a specialist regarding your property.

"nick is a scammer never showed up when he said he was nothing but lies and broken promises showed up one day half a** cleaned two rooms never can back and refuses to give my money back he is a scammer and a thief"

Tim A on August 2025


Jake Eldridge Construction Services LLC

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Jake Eldridge Construction Services LLC

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9 years of experience

Roofing Company in Saint Louis, MO. 4th Generation General Contractor Specializing in Insurance Restoration including FIRE | WATER | HAIL Property & Auto Paintless Dent Removal (PDR)

"my home was torn apart for over 3 months ,with the only thing done is floor and walls torn out from bathroom to bedrooms. took money for supplies never recieved all supplies then found out he charge me 3 times the amount ."

Chris H on October 2020

Roofing Company in Saint Louis, MO. 4th Generation General Contractor Specializing in Insurance Restoration including FIRE | WATER | HAIL Property & Auto Paintless Dent Removal (PDR)

"my home was torn apart for over 3 months ,with the only thing done is floor and walls torn out from bathroom to bedrooms. took money for supplies never recieved all supplies then found out he charge me 3 times the amount ."

Chris H on October 2020

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Water and Smoke Damage Repair questions, answered by experts

Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage.

DIY restoration for small areas is possible with proper safety gear and equipment, though comprehensive damage benefits from professional restoration.

If you don’t clean your chimney regularly, it can result in a build-up of creosote that can ignite and cause a chimney fire. In addition, creosote build-up can result in poor venting of smoke, soothes, and carbon monoxide, making the air quality indoors dangerously poor. Creosote is also acidic and can damage mortar and metal over time, allowing smoke to leak into your home.

All of the components of stucco are non-combustible, so the siding material won’t ignite or spread fire to the interior of your home. However, it also expands and contracts with changes in temperature, so it will crack from long exposure to heat. Eventually, fire will spread through those cracks. Still, stucco is one of the best siding materials for fire protection and can keep you and your family safe for an hour, on average.

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. 

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