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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: 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 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: How long does fire damage restoration take?

• <div><p>The timeline for fire damage restoration varies significantly, from a day or two to over a year, depending on the extent of the damage. For minor incidents like a small cooking fire, cleaning up soot and removing smoke odors may only take a day or two. Repairing minor damage might take about one to two weeks. However, a major fire requiring structural repairs, full property renovation, and replacement of materials can take anywhere from six to 12 months to over a year. This longer timeline often includes waiting for insurance approvals and contractor scheduling. It's best to consult with your insurance provider and restoration team to get an accurate timeline for your specific situation.</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>

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Last update on May 14, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
We needed a cleaning service that could clean our home every other week. We found Clean Sweep, and are happy to have them come. They split the work that needs to be done, and have it done in about an hour and 15 minutes, once they were accomodated to the tasks we needed done. We would recommend...
Clean Sweep Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in January 2022
If I could give a "0" I would. This place is terrible and I am not even sure where to start. We planned all summer of 2021 to have a new Lopi stove installed before Winter. We paid the $500 deposit followed by close to 4k to have installed. We thought we were getting the best of the best, but...
The Depot Fireplace & Stove Center
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Reviewed in October 2017
Brian and his son were great. Great communication and punctuality. Repaired chimney with attention to historic details. End result looks great. Will use hi. Again.
Brian Philip Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2017
Most work done well. House looks clean and underlying paint looks fresh again. Gutter exteriors were very dirty in spots and are now clean. Generally the aluminum siding was nicely cleaned, including getting off mold in a a number of areas. Soffit area on porch cleaned well too. Cognizant of...
Rainbow Dry Wall and Painting
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Reviewed in February 2017
Very well. They correctly built a 'cricket' to divert rain water around the chimney and our basement has been dry ever since. They also replaced the membrane on part of our roof that is flat which had deteriorated over the years. They were professional and did great work. We would recommended...
Bash Pepper Roofing Company
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Reviewed in April 2016
Eric Hess was extremely easy to work with and very professional. He was quick to come to my house and give me a detailed estimate for the work that was needed. He thoroughly explained the issues that I had in an easy to understand manner. Once they started work, he and his crew made sure to...
Hess Masonry Inc
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Reviewed in January 2015
He did all the points of the inspection, but basically told us "sorry but we can't help you". We have a north side chimney that sticks out of our house. He said even if we would totally air tight seal the chimney the empty space around the curvature of the tube (?) would still be drafty. We...
Hammond Fireplace & Chimney
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Reviewed in June 2014
Steve Halfar does EXCELLENT masonry work. <br /> That said, he is very busy and it was a challenge to get our project scheduled and completed. In the end, we had to contact him multiple times to get the work scheduled. <br /> Also, there was an issue with the final cost of the service and...
Halfar Masonry Co
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Chimneys R Us, 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 Rantoul, 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%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Rantoul, 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%

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Success Landscaping

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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

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At AK Enterprise, we are committed to providing reliable, high-quality landscaping services that bring beauty and value to every property we work on. We specialize in lawn care, landscape design, maintenance, cleanup services, and outdoor improvements tailored to each customer’s needs. Our goal is simple: deliver dependable service, attention to detail, and results that exceed expectations. Whether it’s maintaining a healthy lawn or transforming outdoor spaces, we take pride in helping our customers create landscapes they can enjoy year-round.

1 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 Rantoul, 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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Amber's Handyman Service

4.7(

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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 Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 days

Recommended by50%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 Rantoul, 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 Rantoul, 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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NMC Cleaning Services LLC

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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 Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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12 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Johnson Professional Cleaning Service

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Rantoul, 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.

Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

BQS has been in business since 2013 and we come to the table with over 5 years of experience. \nWe pride ourselves on our experience, quality and craftsmanship. We have a great reputation because we are honest, reliable and prompt. We are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations.\n\nCall us today for a free estimate.\n

Response time11 hrs

Response rate92%

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

The timeline for fire damage restoration varies significantly, from a day or two to over a year, depending on the extent of the damage. For minor incidents like a small cooking fire, cleaning up soot and removing smoke odors may only take a day or two. Repairing minor damage might take about one to two weeks. However, a major fire requiring structural repairs, full property renovation, and replacement of materials can take anywhere from six to 12 months to over a year. This longer timeline often includes waiting for insurance approvals and contractor scheduling. It's best to consult with your insurance provider and restoration team to get an accurate timeline for your specific situation.

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.

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