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Avatar for Chimneys R Us, LLC
Chimneys R Us, LLC
4.0(
35
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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 Effingham, 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."
COPPER CAP
CUSTOM CAP
CUSTOM CAP
OLD CHASE COVER
NEW CHASE COVER

+9

Response time1 hour
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
3.4(
702
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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 Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After 3 chimney sweep inspections, Alan was the only one to find a solution to my fireplace smoking VERY knowledgeable."
Chimney service
Crown and caps
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair

+33

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Frontpoint
4.7(
8,819
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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 Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"easy to use. great service"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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sims chimney service and masonry
New to Angi
Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Sims Masonry and Chimney Services is a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of experience in residential and commercial masonry and chimney services. Let us show you our experienced, reliable and professional workmanship for any of your masonry needs. We're committed to excellence in customer service and professional quality craftsmanship. We provide chimney sweeping services year after year to help keep your home clean and safe! Call today to see what expertise can do for the overall value of your project.

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Grizzly's Chimney Service, Inc.
New to Angi
Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+3 more

Serving Effingham, 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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Amber D. Scarbrough
5.0(
1
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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 Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

My name is Amber Scarbrough. I am an independent contractor that has handled many projects in different avenues of work. I am a go getter, kind soul, and love seeing people happy with my work. I have 6+ years experience in all areas I offer. I am a customer demand individual. You specify how you want something completed and I accommodate to the best of my abilities. I love learning new things and helping those in need. I hope to make your upcoming dreams come true.

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Dathamshire's Cleaning Services
New to Angi
Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I have been in business for several years and I offer great customer satisfaction. Choose me and you will never be disappointed.\n

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Mike Davis LLC
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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 Effingham, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Reliable & Thorough Cleaning Services\n\nHi, I’m Joylynne! I take pride in providing dependable, detailed, and affordable cleaning services for homes and businesses. I understand that a clean space makes life easier, healthier, and more comfortable.\n\nI’m hardworking, trustworthy, and pay attention to the little details that can make a big difference. Whether you need a one-time deep clean, regular housekeeping, move-in/move-out cleaning, or help getting your home back in order, I’m happy to help.\n\n✨ Reliable service\n✨ Attention to detail\n✨ Flexible scheduling\n✨ Residential & small business cleaning\n✨ One-time or recurring services\n\nLet me take cleaning off your to-do list so you can spend your time on the things that matter most!\n\n📩 Message me today for a free estimate!

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Burning a single palm tree stump, if you’re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you’re burning multiple types of trees. 

Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.

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.

As with any smoking appliance, a smoking oven is a concerning fire risk. It also negatively impacts your indoor air quality, which can put vulnerable people at risk of breathing problems. A dirty oven can catch fire if you don’t stay on top of regular maintenance, so remember to check your oven for signs that it’s time for a cleaning and remove buildup every three months to stay on the safe side.

Smoke damage will not go away on its own, but with professional remediation and restoration, you can return your home to its original condition after a fire. Trained smoke restoration professionals can eliminate smoke damage, which can affect areas of your home that are hard to see or access, and restore or replace smoke-damaged materials.

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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