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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: How do you clean smoke damage?

• <div><p>The first thing you should do when cleaning smoke damage is open all your windows to ventilate the affected area and run an air purifier with a HEPA filter. Cover your furniture and belongings to prevent soot accumulation, and vacuum any soot that&rsquo;s on the floor and other surfaces. Be sure to wear a mask, gloves, and eye protection when cleaning the affected area.</p></div>

Q: Is smoke damage toxic?

• <div><p>If untreated, smoke damage is definitely toxic. Carbon and tar are two types of toxic chemicals in smoke that can damage your lungs and other parts of your body if you breathe them in for long periods of time. If you still smell smoke after the fire, it&rsquo;s important that you call your restoration team for support. </p></div>

Q: How long does fire damage recovery take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-8 weeks, depending on structural repairs, cleaning, and air quality restoration.</p></div>

Q: Should I be worried about my oven smoking?

• <div><p>If your oven is new, then it&rsquo;s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don&rsquo;t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can&rsquo;t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.</p></div>

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Last update on July 17, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Anthony Masonry & Chimney left wet mud and concrete inside our walls underneath framing and insulation and floors, threw mud on our chimney and walked over our cedar roof to do a shotty repair. They did absolutely nothing to code (added a terracotta liner instead of the stainless steel...
Anthonys Masonry & Chimney
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Reviewed in January 2026
Was prompt and quickly took care of failing front door sweep. A ridiculously simple job that health issues prevented me from doing. We are already having him quote some other work.
Hammer Down Construction
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Reviewed in February 2024
An excellent service. We had big pieces of cardboards and waste that needed to be removed after moving into our new house in Kingston. Phil offered a very competitive rate and he was efficient, helpful, and easy to work with. He even offered to sweep our floor! I definitely recommend Zulu.
Zulu Operations
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Reviewed in October 2022
Tyler called me back right away when I contacted him to do a chimney repair. He came that same day to evaluate the work in person, and made room in his schedule to complete the work the next day, knowing that the repair was a prereq for having my roof replaced, and that the end of the season for...
M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair
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Reviewed in September 2022
Very professional, Complete satisfaction with no issues, Tyler is very personable and hardworking, committed to his work and works till the job is done to his expectations… Highly Recommend and will be using Tyler every year for Chimney Cleaning and routine repairs…
M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair
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Reviewed in June 2022
Chris and his crew removed a brick chimney and a metal chimney before installing a new roof on my home. Half the roof was asphalt and the other half was rubber. The entire job was completed in 1 & 1/2 days including clean up. It was a fantastic job, no time waisted and no waist material left...
The Original Woodstock Roofing
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Reviewed in November 2021
My experience: Mario and his men were admirably capable and swift as they tackled several chimney issues. They were also courteous and thoughtful, leaving behind a welcome tidiness. Agape's very much worth knowing about!
Agape Home Improvement Inc
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Reviewed in October 2021
We feel like we hit the jackpot with Cedar Point! We hired Lou for a chimney inspection and cleaning, and he was able to get us scheduled within days of initial contact. Lou was friendly, professional, and knowledgable. He thoroughly explained the process and made us aware of things we needed to...
Build Sweep
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Reviewed in July 2021
I had a 50 year old cedar shake roof on my almost 100 year old home. With 2 chimneys and skylights, replacing this roof was challenging especially because we had no idea what lay beneath it. Kevin, the estimator, examined the house thoroughly. He was responsive to questions, returned phone calls...
Luna Siding & Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2020
We're very happy to have found Rob. My old chimney needed to have the cement crown repaired, a cap installed, and the cement block construction sealed. I wasn't able to be there, but he sent pictures. Price point and quality of work excellent. We did have to reschedule more than once,...
5 Star Demo & Junk Removal
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Exclusive sweeps

4.8(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+3 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Rich came out and cleaned our chimney. He was very respectful and had fair pricing. Highly recommend Exclusive Sweeps for any chimney services."

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Response time12 hrs

Response rate100%

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Statewide Roofing & Chimney

4.5(

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Clean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time for estimate & to do job. Work was professional & price was good. Would recommend to anyone needing roofing, skylight or chimney work."

Response time7 hrs

48 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair

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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tyler cleaned my wood stove and chimney. He was punctual, knowledgeable, thorough, clean, and friendly."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate89%

21 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Essential Maintenance LLC

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+2 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work performed was on my chimney"

Response time7 hrs

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by64%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

4.2(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+1 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Serving the Tri-State Area, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.

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98 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by15%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+2 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

I am very detailed very patient and o like to clean sparkly

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Clean Connect Link

New to Angi

Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+2 more

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We provide cleaning services of all sorts. If your looking for a cleaner to handle the most dirty job , or just as simple as a bi weekly cleaning contact us and we will put you in contact with a cleaner in your area!

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Alicia Callahan

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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

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I am a hard working individual, dedicated to providing the best service possible.

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Chris Elite Cleaning Service

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Olive, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

My name is Christian I'm 23 years old and was born in Ecuador. went to school here and finished high school in New Jersey. With over four years of professional cleaning experience, in 2026 I launched my own business, committed to delivering high-quality, detailed, and reliable cleaning services. I take pride in my work. With a focus on attention to detail, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, aiming to build lasting relationships with every client.

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

The first thing you should do when cleaning smoke damage is open all your windows to ventilate the affected area and run an air purifier with a HEPA filter. Cover your furniture and belongings to prevent soot accumulation, and vacuum any soot that’s on the floor and other surfaces. Be sure to wear a mask, gloves, and eye protection when cleaning the affected area.

If untreated, smoke damage is definitely toxic. Carbon and tar are two types of toxic chemicals in smoke that can damage your lungs and other parts of your body if you breathe them in for long periods of time. If you still smell smoke after the fire, it’s important that you call your restoration team for support.

Most projects take 1-8 weeks, depending on structural repairs, cleaning, and air quality restoration.

If your oven is new, then it’s likely that the oven smoking is due to it being a new unit. In this case, you don’t need to worry about the oven smoking. However, if your oven is old, you can’t identify any burnt food or grease that could be behind the smoking, or you have concerns about the heating element, then you should hire an oven technician to inspect your unit.

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