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Q: Should I be worried about my oven smoking?

• <div><p>If your oven is new, then it&rsquo;s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don&rsquo;t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can&rsquo;t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.</p></div>

Q: Can I restore fire or smoke damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY restoration for small areas is possible with proper safety gear and equipment, though comprehensive damage benefits from professional restoration.</p></div>

Q: Can I repair major damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY is not recommended due to the complexity and potential structural issues. Hire professionals for thorough and safe repairs.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover DIY mistakes?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance does not cover DIY mistakes, so tread lightly if you plan to tackle your own home repairs or renovations. If you cause damage to your home while attempting repairs or renovations yourself, the cost of fixing the damage is often considered your responsibility. Most policies only cover damage caused by covered perils like fire, theft, or weather&mdash;not by homeowner errors.</p></div>

Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

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Last update on June 27, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Michael SalazarII did anexcellant job of checking my roof and explaining what needed to be done. He showed me drone pictures of the condition of the roof and what was on top of it. 3938 Labadie Ave. St. louis, Mo. 63107-2115
ECI: A Missouri Exterior Co.
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Reviewed in March 2025
They did a wonderful job on my commercial and residential space. Look no further for cleaning. They wonderful and honest people
Solis Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in November 2023
STL Tree Service did an excellent job and we're very professional. I wouldn't hesitate to hire them again.
STL Tree Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Ace Fireplace Services' chimney sweep service is truly exceptional. They used advanced technology to ensure a thorough cleaning process, and my chimney has never looked better. I highly recommend their services.
Ace Fireplace Services
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Reviewed in October 2023
STL Tree Service did a great job. Anyone needing a tree service, contact them.
STL Tree Services, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Peter Wolf was an excellent contractor. It was very important to him to please the customer, and appeared to LOVE his work. He was thorough, and actually exceeded my expectations. His prices were very reasonable and his assistant was top notch in helping the project to move toward completion....
Cross Point Landscape Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
Coorley and his team did an amazing job clearing all the weeds, debris, and poison ivy from our 7,000 foot double lot! They worked quickly, efficiently (completed job in about 2 days with 3-4 people working), and made everything look immaculate. We will be hiring them again for annual...
CTC Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
They never came back to do the tuck point on my chimneyâ ¦ And a different company actually did the work and I didnâ t receive a invoice
Allan Construction & Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
I had a dangerous tree next to my house ,they help me get rid of it.
Seasons Premiere Lawn Care Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
It was terrific! I can't tell you how pleased we were with the service from the first appointment to the clean up!! These are great people and YOU should hire them!! Thanks CVM!
CVM Enterprises, Inc.
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Performance Chimney

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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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We love supporting small businesses so we hired performance chimney to help with some small cracks we had in the mortar on the back of our house and they made it out the very next day to take a look and give us a bid great guys very respectful"

+12

Response time5 hrs

Response rate97%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Venice, 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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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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."

+33

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Grey construction

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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Looking for tree service work small jobs for start look to expand quickly \n

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Tosha

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Need a hand getting your home fresh and tidy?\nSunshine Cleaners offers residential cleaning and Airbnb turnover cleaning in the local area. We also offer minor repairs, landscaping, and decorating help.\nWe care about the details and want your space to feel welcoming.\nContact Tosha at [email protected] or 314-584-9526

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Her Canvas

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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Painting and Drywall Repairs

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Joiner

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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I’m young but resourceful! 25 years old my main job is an airplane mechanic so trust me when I say I’ll be able to figure out your problems! I’ve spent a lot of time in the remodeling business so I can work on a wide range of tasks. If you need a hand I’m your man!

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Stripsstripped

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

I've been maintaining yards and designing hard landscape for many years now.My business is family owned and family Ran my biggest goal is to satisfy the customer with the requests that they want.

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Anderson construction building with vision

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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

My name is Jermaine, I’ve been doing construction since I’m 16 years old most likely painting and drywalling

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Essential Concepts 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 Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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We're a local small contracting company ready to take on your next project ? big or small.\nFrom kitchen & bathroom remodels, decks, and general repairs to commercial work ? we do it all with quality craftsmanship and honest pricing.\n? FREE Estimates\n? Reliable & Insured\n? Family-Owned & Operated\n? Serving Alton and surrounding communities\nIf you're thinking about a project, now?s the perfect time! Message us, comment below, or give us a call (618-915-9749) for your no-obligation free estimate.\nLet?s build something great together! ??\nEssentialconceptsllc.com\n

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

If your oven is new, then it’s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don’t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can’t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.

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

DIY is not recommended due to the complexity and potential structural issues. Hire professionals for thorough and safe repairs.

Homeowners insurance does not cover DIY mistakes, so tread lightly if you plan to tackle your own home repairs or renovations. If you cause damage to your home while attempting repairs or renovations yourself, the cost of fixing the damage is often considered your responsibility. Most policies only cover damage caused by covered perils like fire, theft, or weather—not by homeowner errors.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

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