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Q: What is the best cleaner to remove soot?

• <div><p>The best cleaner to remove soot depends on the surface material and the type of fire, but consider dish soaps or degreasers, baking soda, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen. Low-oxygen fires often leave behind greasy soot, which is best removed with dish soaps or degreasers. Baking soda can be useful for absorbing soot deposits from carpets, followed by rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean the set-in stains.</p></div>

Q: Can I clean up after construction myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible but labor-intensive. Professional services handle debris removal and detailed cleaning efficiently.</p></div>

Q: Is dish soap and vinegar good for cleaning floors?

• <div><p>You can use dish soap mixed with warm water to clean just about any type of flooring, and while vinegar is a great addition to some floor cleaners, it&rsquo;s not a good idea to use it on wood flooring or engineered wood flooring. Vinegar is very acidic, and it can gradually eat away at the protective finish on wood floors. If you&rsquo;re cleaning laminate, tile, concrete, or vinyl floors, feel free to use vinegar and water in a 1-to-1 ratio with a few drops of dish soap. For wood floors, substitute the vinegar for olive oil.</p></div>

Q: Are hard water stains permanent?

• <div><p>Hard water stains can be a headache because they will reoccur as long as hard water flows through. Thankfully, hard water stains are not permanent. With the right tools and an appropriate cleaning routine, you can prevent hard water stains from ever building up. However, you might feel like you are stuck in a constant cleaning cycle. In that case, you may consider hiring a contractor to perform routine cleaning.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare for a maid service visit?

• <div><p>While you don&rsquo;t have to have a spotless home for your maid service visit, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-things-do-house-cleaner-arrives.htm">preparing for a housekeeper</a> makes their visit as efficient as possible. First, if you have pets, ensure they are in a secure location. Your maid service will most likely be coming in and out of your home, and you don&rsquo;t want the potential of a lost pet. </p><p>Placing your valuables and fragile items away in a secure location is also a great way to prepare for your visit. Additionally, decluttering your floors and counters can help make your visit as organized as possible.</p></div>

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Last update on November 10, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Ken and his crew did an outstanding job on our house. They are extremely professional, kind, hardworking, knowledgeable, and experienced people, and I highly recommend them to anyone who?s looking to get top quality painting on their house.
Frost Painting
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Reviewed in June 2025
Corey and his crew did an amazing job. They did the entire roof and clean up in one day. Was very responsive and made our house look brand new!
Leneva Home Improvement
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Reviewed in December 2023
A tree fell on my house, he came quickly removed it cut it up and cleaned all of the debris.He is the best!
Leiter & Sons Excavation
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Reviewed in September 2023
Mike always answered phone and came out within a very short time, answered all questions, was very patient and explained a lot. He and his crew were courteous, they cleaned up the work site, and finished in a timely fashion. They also replaced a window, a glass door and redid the upper front of...
Maine Pro Roofing
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Reviewed in December 2019
Thank you, David! Quick response, at my house within the hour of first call, less than 20 minutes to clear. Very friendly and knowledgeable! Appreciate your help!
Drain King
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Reviewed in April 2019
Dave was great! Brought all of his own equipment and just needed my spigot. I have a small house and garage, both with vinyl siding and stairs with railings. He pressure washed every square inch and it's now glowing! I plan to hire Dave at least every other year to spiff up my house.
Davestar Powerwashing and Roof Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2017
Extremely well. House was always protected from any damage due to shingle removal. Crew was polite with good work ethics. Always punctual and always informed what portion of the job was going to be accomplished that day. The ladders and roofing supplies were always stowed away at the end of the...
Casco Bay Roofing & Renovations
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Reviewed in July 2016
Michael is very knowledgeable about process and product. He got our input and approval at every step. Michael and his crew are professional, courteous and meticulous. It was actually fun having our house painted!
Clean Cut Painting Company NY
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are reliable and they do an excellent job. They are absolutely trustworthy, excellent cleaners and reliable.
Ann and I
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Chimney Guys

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Chimney Guys

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Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

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With years of experience serving the Bangor, ME area, Chimney Guys is your solution for all your chimney needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction is guaranteed!

"Great group to work with!"

Jason T on May 2023

"Great group to work with!"

Jason T on May 2023

This service is great and reliable, and relatively cheap! House Cleaning Deep cleaning Dusting Vacuuming Windows Dishes Laundry

J&B llc

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J&B llc

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I'm an experienced handyman that does all types of jobs. I will dedicate my time and expertise to make sure that my clients are 100% satisfied.

CAMS Property Maintenance

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CAMS Property Maintenance

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Cams property maintenance is a family owned small buisness providing you with high-quality work at affordable rates. We are located out of maine and can provide free quotes contact us today at 207-270-9181

Carrabassett Cleaning Co.

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Carrabassett Cleaning Co.

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Family-owned business specializing in both residential and commercial cleaning.

Northwoods Caretaking

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Northwoods Caretaking

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Caretaking services for short-term and seasonal properties Certified Pool and Spa Technician Need help taking care of you short-term rental properties? Want to take the stress out of opening camp in Spring? A friendly face to help your guests in an emergency? Let Northwoods Caretaking bring some peace of mind to your property with four-season, scheduled or on-demand cleaning and caretaking services.

Top Notch Services

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House and commercial cleaning services available.

Clarity Cleaning Solutions

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Clarity Cleaning Solutions

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We are a family owned and operated cleaning company. This business was started in 2020 while working full time as a Firefighter and going through paramedic school. My name is Zack Carlow, Owner of Clarity Cleaning Solutions. What started as a side project for me has now evolved into a Residential & Commercial Cleaning Company that I own and operate with a team of highly motivated members. We come with not only the reviews you see here but references from clients all over the united states that trust us with full access to their homes to clean and mange while they are away. We truly strive for nothing but excellence and enjoy building a business that you can feel comfortable with. Our area of expertise is: Floor cleaning such as LVT cleaning, VCT stripping and waxing, Tile Cleaning and epoxy cleaning, Residential and commercial carpet cleaning using hot water extraction and very low moisture options, Upholstery cleaning hot water extraction, spot cleaning and very low moisture cleaning. Commercial and residential cleaning weekly, biweekly monthly and quarterly cleans. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! we look forward to working with you.

"Zack, Breezy and their colleagues are absolutely the BEST at what they do. We live 5 hours away and needed someone that we could trust to look after our Airbnb investment. Having a good property manager is insanely important. Carlow Property Management took care of everything, including marketing, upkeep of the house and yard, dealing with issues (appliances dying,etc), taking our lakeside dock out, and they did it all in a timely, proactive manner. Their communication has been excellent. Also, they have a phenomenal network of resources that helped us get jobs and repairs done quickly, properly, and affordable. Zack, Breezy and their team made this an effortless and head-ache free adventure for us. A good property manager is hard to find, a great one is almost impossible. Carlow Property Management is truly great. If you can use them...do it, you won't regret it!"

Courtney M on November 2022

"Zack, Breezy and their colleagues are absolutely the BEST at what they do. We live 5 hours away and needed someone that we could trust to look after our Airbnb investment. Having a good property manager is insanely important. Carlow Property Management took care of everything, including marketing, upkeep of the house and yard, dealing with issues (appliances dying,etc), taking our lakeside dock out, and they did it all in a timely, proactive manner. Their communication has been excellent. Also, they have a phenomenal network of resources that helped us get jobs and repairs done quickly, properly, and affordable. Zack, Breezy and their team made this an effortless and head-ache free adventure for us. A good property manager is hard to find, a great one is almost impossible. Carlow Property Management is truly great. If you can use them...do it, you won't regret it!"

Courtney M on November 2022

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House Cleaning questions, answered by experts

The best cleaner to remove soot depends on the surface material and the type of fire, but consider dish soaps or degreasers, baking soda, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen. Low-oxygen fires often leave behind greasy soot, which is best removed with dish soaps or degreasers. Baking soda can be useful for absorbing soot deposits from carpets, followed by rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean the set-in stains.

DIY is possible but labor-intensive. Professional services handle debris removal and detailed cleaning efficiently.

You can use dish soap mixed with warm water to clean just about any type of flooring, and while vinegar is a great addition to some floor cleaners, it’s not a good idea to use it on wood flooring or engineered wood flooring. Vinegar is very acidic, and it can gradually eat away at the protective finish on wood floors. If you’re cleaning laminate, tile, concrete, or vinyl floors, feel free to use vinegar and water in a 1-to-1 ratio with a few drops of dish soap. For wood floors, substitute the vinegar for olive oil.

Hard water stains can be a headache because they will reoccur as long as hard water flows through. Thankfully, hard water stains are not permanent. With the right tools and an appropriate cleaning routine, you can prevent hard water stains from ever building up. However, you might feel like you are stuck in a constant cleaning cycle. In that case, you may consider hiring a contractor to perform routine cleaning.

While you don’t have to have a spotless home for your maid service visit, preparing for a housekeeper makes their visit as efficient as possible. First, if you have pets, ensure they are in a secure location. Your maid service will most likely be coming in and out of your home, and you don’t want the potential of a lost pet.

Placing your valuables and fragile items away in a secure location is also a great way to prepare for your visit. Additionally, decluttering your floors and counters can help make your visit as organized as possible.

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