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Q: Does a seller have to disclose fire damage when selling a house?

• <div><p>Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage. </p></div>

Q: What are common issues found during a chimney inspection or cleaning?

• <div><p>Common issues discovered during a chimney inspection or cleaning include creosote buildup, cracked liners, structural degeneration or masonry degradation, and obstructions such as blocked flues or animal nests. These issues are potential safety hazards that can lead to combustion problems or poor air quality if not addressed.</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>

Q: How do you remove smoke damage from a microwave?

• <div><p>To <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-burnt-smell.htm">get rid of the smoke smell</a> in a microwave, scrape off any burnt food residue and throw it away. Next, warm a cup of water in a microwave-safe container for three minutes. Then, dip a microfiber cloth into a mixture of water and a couple of drops of dish soap and wipe down the inside of the microwave. Dry the inside of the microwave with a fresh cloth and let everything air out for three hours. </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>

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Last update on October 10, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
Tim went above and beyond to help us get our furnace repaired and it turned out to be a clogged chimney. Thank you so much mr. Delaney. Definatly solved what other furnace guys from the big hvac places did not do. Best in the area
Delaney Heating and Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Eli is a joy to work with. Communicated well. He did the job for 1/3 of the cost of the company that discovered the problem. I will continue to use him for cleaning services. He replaced a rusted chimney cap for us, and caulked some cracks in the firewall of our fire place. Highly recommend him.
Absolute Chimney & Masonry Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Very knowledgeable and flexible with appointments! Will definitely hire again and recommend to everyone for any cleaning services. Did a wonderful job with my old chimney and got it cleaned and useable again after 10 years of being stagnant.
Pressure Perfect Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in August 2019
We hired the previous owner of the business to clean and repair our chimney. The project was started last November, but was left unfinished. However, Ken, the new owner, has stepped up to the plate, finished the project, and done a great job. Definitely recommend.
Michigan Chimney
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Reviewed in December 2018
Great. Stan was prompt, courteous and was able to acquire replacement set in same day. He did a thorough cleaning of the chimney and He put down his drop cloths and the house remained as neat and clean after he was finished. He also noted that the old set was not installed properly with the shut...
Stan's Fireplace & Chimney Service
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Reviewed in September 2018
Keevon came back to do the chimney repairs that were quoted in December. Keevon and Jason did a great job (again!). We added on a chimney sweep & service when the appointment was made for the chimney repair. Our CO alarm had gone off and we were concerned it was due to the fireplace. They...
Doctor Flue, inc.
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Reviewed in January 2018
Didn't show up the first day. I had to call set another appt. he had no chimney sealer instead used silicone which burned off in about 15 min. Going to Home Depot and fix it myself. His attitude however was good.
Chimney Gurus
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Reviewed in June 2017
Excellent services. Professional and perfect installation, and work. The crews were prompt, courteous, and cleaned up after themselves. Very happy with the results, and no more worrying about the chimneys.
CJW Chimney Sweeping & Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2016
I could hear something moving around in the area of my fireplace/wood burner. i looked up online for providers and called one that was too busy. That one told me to call Bat & Wildlife solutions. It was about noon and Mr. A said he could be there about 6pm. <br /> Instead he got there earlier...
Bat And Wildlife Solutions Llc
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Reviewed in September 2015
The technicians arrived on time, were very friendly and professional. They got out their equipment and after making a phone call, went to my basement to do an inspection up my chimney with a camera. They did not have any equipment with them to do an inspection from the top of the chimney as it...
Alpha & Omega Stove & Sweep
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CJW Chimney Sweeping & Restoration

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Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Eric and Riley did a great job for a very fair price, diagnosing and fixing of several problems that popped up. For anyone worried about price gouging, they showed a lot of integrity by replacing parts at no extra cost when they easily could have gotten by keeping mismatched but functioning accessories. Also, it is not cost-effective to dig into the gas lines and the firebox just to sell an upgrade. Outside work such as installing a color-coordinated chimney cap might yield a profit. Chimney Sweeps are very busy. I recommend getting on the books early or doing an off-season inspection. My fireplace is up and running, but I plan to get a level 2 inspection to have more knowledge and peace of mind about the house. In hindsight, I should have gotten a nicer log set, but I wanted to keep costs down in case I had to spend more on repairs."

+18

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"This company was very knowledgeable, and helpful. They did a very good job with my chimney sweep. And I also learned along the way."

Response time12 hrs

35 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by79%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team did a fantastic job repairing and cleaning our chimney. They explained the entire process and were able to do repairs the same day . Highly recommend them !"

+31

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

203 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Clint was prompt, professional, and provided a quality job. He will be my go-to for chimney and brick repair/restoration in the future"

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Prime Hod Cleaning

New to Angi

Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

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Prime hood cleaning is number one for customer satisfaction schedule flexibility Every cleaning service is inspected, cleaned, and certified by insured licensed technicians.

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Jennifer Gomez

New to Angi

Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

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I’ve been cleaning homes for about 10 years now and genuinely love what I do. I actually got started helping my mom, and it turned into something I really take pride in. I enjoy making spaces feel fresh, comfortable, and taken care of.

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Absolute Chimney & Masonry Services, LLC

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Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very knowledgeable. Identified and explained problems with my wood stove and chimney, provided cost estimate, ordered parts and returned as scheduled. Great guys. I would call them again. Highly recommend."

Response time1 day

Response rate86%

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazingly smoothly considering that I had to do it all myself."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Dynamic Vent Cleaning L.L.C.

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Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Dynamic Vent Cleaning is a certified veteran-owned business. We are a full service chimney and dryer vent company located in Howell, MI. Our staff is fully trained and certified to provide you with a thorough cleaning and inspection of your chimney or dryer vent.

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Detroit Gas Fireplace Services LLC

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Serving Bancroft, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Detroit Gas Fireplace Services specializes in the maintenance, service, repair and installation of gas fireplaces. We use the latest technology and advanced techniques to get your fireplace running optimally. We care about your understanding, proper use and care of your fireplace, that's why we take you thoroughly through the entire unit. \n\n

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage.

Common issues discovered during a chimney inspection or cleaning include creosote buildup, cracked liners, structural degeneration or masonry degradation, and obstructions such as blocked flues or animal nests. These issues are potential safety hazards that can lead to combustion problems or poor air quality if not addressed.

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.

To get rid of the smoke smell in a microwave, scrape off any burnt food residue and throw it away. Next, warm a cup of water in a microwave-safe container for three minutes. Then, dip a microfiber cloth into a mixture of water and a couple of drops of dish soap and wipe down the inside of the microwave. Dry the inside of the microwave with a fresh cloth and let everything air out for three hours.

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

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