What are the most common chimney problems?

• <div><p>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Creosote buildup</p></li><li><p>Chimney blockage</p></li><li><p>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</p></li><li><p>Cracked chimney top</p></li><li><p>Damaged flashing</p></li><li><p>Flue liner damage or deterioration</p></li><li><p>Damaged chimney cap</p></li></ul><p>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </p></div>

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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: Can you use flour to put out an electrical fire?

• <div><p>Baking soda is an effective fire reduction method. However, flour and baking powder are very dangerous around flames. Flour is flammable and it can also conduct electricity. The combination can cause serious injury from electrical shock and worsen the situation by adding fuel to the fire. Baking powder is also not an option as it's also highly flammable. </p></div>

Q: Do services include smoke odor removal?

• <div><p>Yes, professionals use specialized treatments to remove smoke odors and improve indoor air quality.</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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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rustic Heat did a fantastic job installing my new wood-burning fireplace insert and a new flue. Their work was professional, clean, and done right the first time. I was so impressed that I signed up for their $400 annual cleaning and inspection plan to keep everything in top shape....
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Reviewed in September 2025
I recommend this service! It is professional and ethical. She does exactly what you want at a reasonable price and with awesome quality. She has both residential and commercial experience in the cleaning industry. You won't go wrong by contracting with Myers Elite Cleaning Service!
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Reviewed in July 2025
Great. The workers were constantly working! They knew what needed to be done and efficiently did it. They wanted to do the job right! We had a supervisor that kept all phases on target. They took care of me as they completed the job. We had no communication problems because of their experience...
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Reviewed in August 2022
Ashley and her team do an excellent job cleaning and organizing our house. It’s awesome to come home at the end of the day and see their work. Would recommend Diamond in the Dust to anyone!
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Reviewed in February 2022
Efficient, fast, and doesnÃ¢Â Â t overcharge! Had some limbs touching my electrical line and needed them cut to keep my home insurance. I called Tree 53 and Cal was out that day to take a look. Just an all around good guy who knows what heÃ¢Â Â s about. He was back early the very next day to...
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Reviewed in November 2019
We have recently had some very necessary work done on our home. We are very pleased with the work of John Cotten Roofing! The price is worth the quality of the work done. The crews were very friendly and very professional. We also appreciated that the boss would show up and check out how the...
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Reviewed in October 2015
Rick did a very thorough job of cleaning out the chimney and fireplaces. He put down drop cloths to protect the surrounding carpet, and disposed of the ashes left in the fireplaces. We recently purchased this house, so he explained in detail the type of chimney we have, how it was constructed,...
Four State Chimney Supply
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Reviewed in August 2015
She was in the house for 5 hours and all she did was dust. She didn't sweep or mop the floors that we had asked. She did not even clean our bathrooms. She just kind of wiped things down. We called her and asked her what the deal was and why it took her 5 or 6 hours and she pretty much said she...
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Reviewed in June 2014
I hired McDowell Roofing to replace my roof. The work was done 08/09/2012. The following spring Joplin had very heavy rains. My roof leaked causing damage to the interior of my home. I contacted Donny McDowell and he came back out and repaired the flashing around my chimney and said he thinks...
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Reviewed in August 2012
We called several different roofers/contractors to get bids for this job. We knew that there were going to be some issues with the decking material on the roof because it was in disrepair when we purchased the property. The estimate that we received from Monte was higher than every other...
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=Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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

Baking soda is an effective fire reduction method. However, flour and baking powder are very dangerous around flames. Flour is flammable and it can also conduct electricity. The combination can cause serious injury from electrical shock and worsen the situation by adding fuel to the fire. Baking powder is also not an option as it's also highly flammable.

Yes, professionals use specialized treatments to remove smoke odors and improve indoor air quality.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

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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