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Q: Is food cooked in a smoking oven safe to eat?

• <div><p>It depends. For new ovens, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;t hurt to eat it. If there&rsquo;s a lot of smoke, then your food probably won&rsquo;t taste good, even if it might not be harmful to consume.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to remediate smoke damage?

• <div><p>The timeline for smoke damage remediation can range from a single day to several months, depending on the extent of the damage, the size of the affected area, and the methods used. For minor damage, such as removing cigarette smoke odors from a single room, the process might take only one to two days and typically involves deep cleaning, painting, and sealing walls. Some methods, like ozone treatments, can take 24 to 48 hours, though multiple treatments may be necessary. More extensive smoke damage, such as from a house fire, can take three weeks or longer to clean and treat. If significant material restoration or replacement is needed, the timeline can extend to six to 12 months. A smoke damage restoration professional can provide a more accurate estimate for your specific situation.</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>

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>

Q: What can be salvaged after smoke damage?

• <div><p>Hard materials like glass, metal, and hardwood floors, washable fabrics, and undamaged electrical appliances can often be salvaged after a fire, although it depends on the extent of the damage. For washable fabrics, make sure to use a phosphate mix during the washing process to extract the smoke smell. There are a few <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-to-throw-away-after-smoke-damage.htm">things you should throw away after a fire</a>, like canned foods and cosmetics, even if they don&rsquo;t look like they&rsquo;re damaged. </p></div>

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Last update on July 31, 2024

Reviewed in July 2024
Tim did an excellent job. Pipes have been flowing good ever since! Would highly recommend.
GRUNDY PLUMBING, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Paulo, Sr. and Paulo, Jr. trimmed four trees for us this morning. We had them take down an entire tree in the summer of 2022 as well. Both experiences were outstanding. They are timely, professional, efficient and you don't even know they've been in your yard when they leave. ...
Paulo And Sons Tree Services Inc
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Reviewed in May 2022
The rep arrived the same day, discovered the chimney flashing simply needed calking and completed it in minutes. This pro is honest and reliable. I strongly recommend them.
RWB Construction Enterprise, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2016
Painters Plus recently completed a house painting project for us and they did an excellent job. The crew first removed any loose paint by thoroughly pressure washing and scraping the house. They then attentively painted the house to ensure even coverage and coloring. This was not an easy...
Painters Plus
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Reviewed in October 2015
The owner of the company had a family emergency that caused him to be out of town. The tech who was going to provide our service had to fill in and get all of the crews going. He called me right away to let me know about the situation and verified that a later time wold be acceptable. It...
Safeway Chimney Sweeps Inc
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Reviewed in October 2015
<p>My area experienced hail damage and therefore I was exposed to many roofing contractors. Chris (the owner) was a pleasure to work with. There was no doubt that I was going to use KG Roofing after getting several bids from others. He never tried to up sell anything I didn't need and twice...
K G Roofing & Construction Inc
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Reviewed in September 2015
A crew of 7 men arrived exactly on time and set to work immediately. The two layers of shingles and all old roofing paper plus three old skylights were removed in less than 1/2 a day. All debris was carefully dumped into an appropriate sized dumpster. Our rear deck and all greenery around the...
APEK Inc
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Reviewed in March 2015
The young men were very polite and friendly. We had to have a lot of work done on our chimney. We needed a liner put in but they ran into other problems. They took our safety seriously so it took longer to complete the job. They did a very professional job and have to come back this spring to...
Maximum Chimney Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2013
Alfonso and Jay were extremely professional, helpful, and really committed to provding excellent service. Yes, I did have to spend extra money, but that was not surprising, given that my house was built in 1991 and never was cleaned. I appreciated that they were very knowledgable beginning and...
Breathe Clean Solutions
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Reviewed in August 2013
From beginning to end this company was amazing! From the estimate to sweeping up the last piece of dirt they were exceptional. They even moved the left over dirt to the front yard so we can build a berm. The patio looks amazing and they varied the color of bricks and made a really beautiful...
HOOKS LANDSCAPING LLC
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Fire It Up Chimney Services

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"The chimney sweep was very reasonable."

Response time1 day

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Recommended by84%of homeowners

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

Serving Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"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%

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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 Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"After 3 chimney sweep inspections, Alan was the only one to find a solution to my fireplace smoking VERY knowledgeable."

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Response rate100%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Quick & Clean

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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 Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi I’m Lilly I have had my business for over a year! I enjoy cleaning and I find it interesting. I’m very out going and talkative. I honestly love my job!

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Star cleaning

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I love to help my customers like is my own place

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Diana hause cleaning

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We provide excellent cleaning service; your home will sparkle like a mirror.

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Cleaning First

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

If you are looking for cleaning services/trash removal for one to two hours or more any time of the day. Carpet Cleaning cleaningfirst1234.com. Fully insured

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Brayan Rodriguez

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Small jobs welcome

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I am a young man chasing his dreams and always ready for work

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Alinabieu corporation

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We provide professional residential and commercial cleaning services, including deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning, and office cleaning. We also offer interior and exterior painting, apartment turnovers, and wall touch-ups. Our goal is to deliver quality work, reliable service, and customer satisfaction at affordable prices.

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Iron Route Transport LLC

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Serving Diamond, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Iron Route Transport LLC – Junk Removal & Cleanouts 🚛\nWe are a local, family-owned business based in Lake County, Indiana, providing reliable junk removal, cleanouts, and light hauling services. We take pride in being dependable, respectful, and getting every job done right the first time. We treat people how we want to be treated.\n\nWe service Lake County and surrounding areas including Hammond, Gary, Merrillville, Crown Point, and the Chicagoland area, and we travel for the right job.\n\nWe specialize in garage cleanouts, home cleanouts, junk removal, and small hauling jobs. We are known for fast response times, fair pricing, and clean, efficient work.\n\nWhen you hire us, you get clear communication, on-time service, and respect for your property. Our goal is to make your life easier and get the job done right.\nSame-day and next-day availability. Message for a quote.

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

The timeline for smoke damage remediation can range from a single day to several months, depending on the extent of the damage, the size of the affected area, and the methods used. For minor damage, such as removing cigarette smoke odors from a single room, the process might take only one to two days and typically involves deep cleaning, painting, and sealing walls. Some methods, like ozone treatments, can take 24 to 48 hours, though multiple treatments may be necessary. More extensive smoke damage, such as from a house fire, can take three weeks or longer to clean and treat. If significant material restoration or replacement is needed, the timeline can extend to six to 12 months. A smoke damage restoration professional can provide a more accurate estimate for your specific situation.

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.

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.

Hard materials like glass, metal, and hardwood floors, washable fabrics, and undamaged electrical appliances can often be salvaged after a fire, although it depends on the extent of the damage. For washable fabrics, make sure to use a phosphate mix during the washing process to extract the smoke smell. There are a few things you should throw away after a fire, like canned foods and cosmetics, even if they don’t look like they’re damaged.

The Diamond, IL homeowners’ guide to chimney sweeping services

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How to Hire a Chimney Sweep
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How to Clean a Chimney and When to Call in a Pro
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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.