Is it safe to burn tree stumps?

• <div><p>Burning a single palm tree stump, if you’re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you’re burning multiple types of trees. </p><p>Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.</p></div>

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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: What happens to stucco in a fire?

• <div><p>All of the components of stucco are non-combustible, so the siding material won&rsquo;t ignite or spread fire to the interior of your home. However, it also expands and contracts with changes in temperature, so it will crack from long exposure to heat. Eventually, fire will spread through those cracks. Still, stucco is one of the best siding materials for fire protection and can keep you and your family safe for an hour, on average.</p></div>

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: Can I clean up fire damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY cleanup is not recommended due to hazardous soot, odors, and potential structural issues.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to burn tree stumps?

• <div><p>Burning a single palm tree stump, if you&rsquo;re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you&rsquo;re burning multiple types of trees. </p><p>Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.</p></div>

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Last update on February 09, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
It was discovered that there were 4 layers of shingles that had to be removed and 5 in some places. Our chimney was also dismantled and many vents were installed. At the end of each day of work, they cleaned up very thoroughly. Ray also underbid the others . We would hire them again!!
Lil Dobos
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Reviewed in October 2023
Our fireplace chimney needed cleaning, and as in the past, we called Black Goose. The technician arrived, cleaned the chimney, took some photographs, all of which took an hour. The charge was $571.59!! I was shocked!! I thought there was some mistake, so I called Black Goose, and was told it...
Black Goose Chimney
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Reviewed in February 2018
it was all good he didn't insect the roof or chimney
PatchMaster Serving SE Wisconsin
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Reviewed in December 2017
The crew was great from start to finish very professional and did a great job with clean up. Eva was awesome in helping us when roofers ran into a problem with our chimney she gave us a list of chimney business that she contacted so we could choose one. Very helpful in every way. Thank you
United Veterans Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
I had to pay $4300 up front. Then I decided to not tear out a wall because I was going to wait until I could remove the chimney. I got some double talk about other work that we had talked about, and had been left out of the contract, so it was going to still be the same price. The columns in the...
Sisu Builders LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
Very satisfied-I know my chimney is clean and my stove is safe and ready for winter. Highly recommend!! Scott was very patient with all of my questions - a really nice person who takes your safety seriously-
Midtown Chimney Sweeps
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Reviewed in January 2017
Just fine! We were very pleased with them and originally hired them to do our chimney on our house. We were so pleased that we had them do the chimney on our cabin. We did interview several other companies and their rates were competitive to the others. My husband took care of the cabin, so I...
JM Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2016
10/2015 , we had a home inspection. The inspector missed defects in the brand new roof that was installed by builder, the installation of the roof had 2 chimney flashings never replaced / ice / water shield never added. The 2 flashings leaked rain/ snow into the attic causing all the insulation...
SafeGuard Home Inspection
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Reviewed in January 2016
Mr. Bob Chesley has done other masonry work (fabricated and installed a chimney clean out) for me in the past. I was very pleased with his work he done then so it was a no brainer to ask him if he would be interested in replacing a very weathered and leaking chimney cap for me. Beings I live out...
B A CHESLEY CO
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Reviewed in August 2015
I had to have Perrault Construction replace the chimney - which I didn't know was that bad - and they did a good job. They had the planks for step support up on my roof, wood support collar for the cement work, and extension ladder there for almost a month. No one came to get the stuff -...
Jim Perrault Construction
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Copper Home & Chimney, LLC

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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

All of the components of stucco are non-combustible, so the siding material won’t ignite or spread fire to the interior of your home. However, it also expands and contracts with changes in temperature, so it will crack from long exposure to heat. Eventually, fire will spread through those cracks. Still, stucco is one of the best siding materials for fire protection and can keep you and your family safe for an hour, on average.

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.

DIY cleanup is not recommended due to hazardous soot, odors, and potential structural issues.

Burning a single palm tree stump, if you’re careful, is technically doable DIY. However, you should always take precautions to control the fire and do research if you’re burning multiple types of trees.

Some trees, such as ornamental trees, black cherry, and some oak trees, release toxins into the air when burned that can be irritating to your lungs (or even dangerous) to breathe in.

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