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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: 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>

Q: What is ozone smoke removal and is it effective?

• <div><p>Ozone smoke removal uses an ozone generator to eliminate stubborn odors from sources like house fires, wildfires, or cigarette smoke. Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive and unstable gas that effectively neutralizes smoke odors through a process called oxidation. It 'donates' its extra oxygen molecule to the organic compounds causing the smell, altering their structure and eliminating the odor, with oxygen being the primary byproduct. This method can be effective on building materials and furniture. However, because improper use of an ozone generator can be dangerous to your health, this treatment is best left to a professional.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover fire damage?

• <div><p>Yes, most homeowners insurance policies cover fire damage and restoration, provided the fire was not set intentionally or caused by negligence. Accidental fires, such as those from electrical issues, cooking, or gas, are typically covered. Your policy will usually cover emergency services like roof tarping, the full cost of remediation and rebuilding, and may also cover alternative housing while your home is being restored. You will be responsible for paying your policy's deductible. It is important to check your policy details to see how coverage is calculated&mdash;it may be for the full replacement cost of damaged items or the actual cash value, which accounts for depreciation. To expedite your claim, contact your insurance company immediately and have all necessary documentation ready.</p></div>

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>

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Last update on April 24, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
They did some repairs on my mother?s chimney. Now it?s leaking from the rain last week. There address is wrong and we can not physically locate them.
Mainely Sweeps, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2026
We hired Josh to completely transform our fireplace area and couldn’t be happier with the results. From the initial inspection to the final install, everything was explained clearly and handled professionally. The stonework and stove setup came out absolutely beautiful and completely changed the...
Your Chimney Doctor
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Reviewed in September 2024
I did not hire this professional through homeadvisor, he was referred to me from our oil company. We hired him to vent our furnace to the outside so we could remove our chimney. He was GREAT! Worked consistently from the time he arrived until he completed the job. We then had him clean our...
Keyko Plumbing and Heating Services
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Reviewed in October 2022
I recommend Seacoast Chimney Corporation to everyone I know! They were timely and very efficient with booking and scheduling me for my work to be done. I received two brand new chimney caps, and repointing on both of my chimneys. The work they have done is amazing to say the least!!! NO more...
Seacoast Chimney Corporation
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Reviewed in December 2020
They do a very good job and paid attention to detail. I had a squirrels nest and the Chimney went 20 years without being cleaned.
Hancock Chimney Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2019
Called Home Advisor and Jonathan called me the following day. Determined I needed this job done immediately and he and his crew came a couple of days later. They repaired my chimney and sealed where it was leaking. They were very personable and experienced. Did an excellent job and when it...
Appalachian Lawn Care & Snow Removal
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Reviewed in October 2019
Sean and his workers did an amazing job painting the interior of our house. He used premium quality paints, stuck to the initial estimate price, and was able to complete the entire job within the requested timeframe (with his crew often working long hours and weekends). This allowed us to move...
Sean Gleason Home Improvements
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Reviewed in September 2019
Workmanship was excellent, honesty also excellent. Jim repointed our chimney and while removing the scaffolding broke 2 slates. He promptly told us, flashed the roof and paid for the roof repair. He also put in new front stairs and corrected (no charge) an error. We did have to do a good deal...
Celtic Masonry
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Reviewed in November 2016
Brandon quoted and discussed all of the available options; metal vs. shingles. I went with shingles. The guys were prompt and professional. The roof looks great and they finished in four days. They needed to coordinate a few things with my bf, like fitting a chimney pipe and plumbing vent...
Central Maine Exteriors Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2012
They arrived promptly with all their equipment which was left onsite during the job. Metal was measured onsite and installed over a vapor barrier which was applied over the shingles. The job took a total of 7 days to do house, porch, garage and shed roof. They worked very steady throughout...
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Hancock Chimney Cleaning

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Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott responded to me ASAP which I appreciated. Showed up on time, did a good job. I highly recommend them. Project was chimney damper - the new chimney damper had to be installed in the top of the chimney - he explained what I had to do; to open & shut! Appreciate his service."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Mcbriens Flue & Fire. From the initial call to the final sweep, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. They arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and left the area spotless after completing the job. It’s not easy to find companies that take this much pride in their work, but they really exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend them for anyone needing chimney cleaning, inspection, or repairs!"

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Response time9 hrs

Response rate90%

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Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The grind and repoint work completely changed the condition of our chimney. The deteriorated mortar was properly removed and rebuilt, leaving clean, solid joints and a uniform finish from top to bottom. The process was thorough and never rushed, and it was clear the focus was on long-term durability rather than a quick cosmetic fix. Everything was explained clearly, the site was left clean, and the chimney now feels secure and weather-ready going forward. Very happy with the outcome.Highly recommend!!"

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HANDY ANDY SPECIALTY SERVICES LLC

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Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had them do a cleaning and inspection of my chimney and they found damages to the brickwork and the top of the chimney. They installed a new cap and their cost was so reasonable. All their work is guaranteed as well, which is reassuring. They were clean, efficient and courteous. I would highly recommend Handy Andy and in fact they are doing an estimate for my neighbor to whom I recommended them to."

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

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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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Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

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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 time5 hrs

Response rate93%

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Starfish Cottages

New to Angi

Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Summer rental cleaning services as well as spring and fall cleanup. \n\nFriendly, reliable service.

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Eastern Chimney - Beranda Facebook

4.6(

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Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a very thorough job cleaning and repairing the chimney and dryer vent. They were polite and repectful. I will hire them again next fall."

Response time1 day

Response rate92%

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"very helpful, answered all questions and great workmanship. hope to use them on further chimney work in near future. Wishing them a great Christmas holiday!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by92%of homeowners

Serving Dedham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very pleasant and professional, knowledgeable about the products and did exactly what we asked for. Mark recommended to waterproof our chimney which we didn't even know about. Highly recommend"

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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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.

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.

Ozone smoke removal uses an ozone generator to eliminate stubborn odors from sources like house fires, wildfires, or cigarette smoke. Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive and unstable gas that effectively neutralizes smoke odors through a process called oxidation. It 'donates' its extra oxygen molecule to the organic compounds causing the smell, altering their structure and eliminating the odor, with oxygen being the primary byproduct. This method can be effective on building materials and furniture. However, because improper use of an ozone generator can be dangerous to your health, this treatment is best left to a professional.

Yes, most homeowners insurance policies cover fire damage and restoration, provided the fire was not set intentionally or caused by negligence. Accidental fires, such as those from electrical issues, cooking, or gas, are typically covered. Your policy will usually cover emergency services like roof tarping, the full cost of remediation and rebuilding, and may also cover alternative housing while your home is being restored. You will be responsible for paying your policy's deductible. It is important to check your policy details to see how coverage is calculated—it may be for the full replacement cost of damaged items or the actual cash value, which accounts for depreciation. To expedite your claim, contact your insurance company immediately and have all necessary documentation ready.

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.

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