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Q: 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>

Q: How long does it take to remediate smoke damage?

• <div><p>The timeline for smoke damage remediation can range from a single day to several months, depending on the extent of the damage, the size of the affected area, and the methods used. For minor damage, such as removing cigarette smoke odors from a single room, the process might take only one to two days and typically involves deep cleaning, painting, and sealing walls. Some methods, like ozone treatments, can take 24 to 48 hours, though multiple treatments may be necessary. More extensive smoke damage, such as from a house fire, can take three weeks or longer to clean and treat. If significant material restoration or replacement is needed, the timeline can extend to six to 12 months. A smoke damage restoration professional can provide a more accurate estimate for your specific situation.</p></div>

Q: What should you not do after a house fire?

• <div><p>After a house fire, you should not reenter your home unless the fire crew has told you it&rsquo;s safe to do so. In the longer term, you should not attempt to make repairs to the house on your own. Professional crews are trained to clean up after a fire (including smoke and soot damage), dry out any water damage from the firefighter crews, and make the necessary structural, plumbing, and electrical repairs&mdash;and this is all likely covered by insurance.</p></div>

Q: How do you get a smoke smell out of your house?

• <div><p>Smoke can be tricky to remove from your home, especially after a fire. The best way to eliminate the smell is to open the windows to increase ventilation and air circulation in your house. Then, use white vinegar to wipe down walls, furniture, and floors. Try steam-cleaning carpet and other upholstered items to remove the smell of smoke.</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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Last update on February 09, 2024

Reviewed in February 2024
Val and his crew built an entire addition on the back of my house. Those guys know what they are doing! I could not ask for a better result. The whole thing is built to last, completely to code and exactly what I wanted. When they took down the old addition they found the source of cold...
Upstate Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Andrew did an excellent job repairing some wear and repointing portions on our historic stone home and rebuilding our chimney. His quote was by far the lowest and it was obvious he knew what he was doing more than any other contractor we contacted. We are very happy with the care and attention...
The Masonry Doctor, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
Greg was very accommodating and sent his guys out to handle a big yellow jacket nest that had gotten into the wall of our second floor next to the chimney. They came out the same day at 8pm (it was dark), got on a ladder and took care of everything. They even went up on the roof to make sure...
Syracuse Exterminating
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Reviewed in November 2015
Wow. David is amazing.We had a bad experience with another so-called top rated Syracuse chimney company (first company that pops up when you search in the Syracuse area) and decided to take our business elsewhere. We are so glad we did! David is INCREDIBLY knowledgeable about the science/trade...
MrChimneyMan.com
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Reviewed in June 2014
The repairs were made on a home that we were in the process of buying, but needed repairs done prior to closing, so the repair was extremely time/budget sensitive and Dave completed the project early and on budget. Though the actual repairs were fairly standard (Re-tuckpointing parts of the...
DH Ferrarone Company LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
We are thrilled with the work he has done. He has great attention to detail. The quality is top notch. Being that it was an old farmhouse a number of problems were uncovered, unlevel floor and walls. He was able to level everything for proper hardwood flooring and drywall installation. He...
Charles Matthews General Contractor
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Reviewed in August 2013
It went really well. There were other reviews on Angie's List about them that I liked and that was the primary driver why I used them. They were very neat. I mean, you would not even know that they were there aside from having a clean chimney which was absolutely good. They were also reasonably...
American Chimney Service
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+1 more

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out cleaned the chimney, took pictures showed me and they charged me a good price."

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

329 neighbors recently requested a quote

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 Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

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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%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan was great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He went beyond what he was hired for. He cleaned gas fireplace which we hadn’t done since installed. Very reasonable. Will tell friends about d and d hearth,,,"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate87%

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Stephaina

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

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

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Hi my name is stephaina davis I'm a single mom raising 3 kids 16, 9 and 8 both father's are deceased? I have 7 years experience in cleaning I was a maintenance person for 3 years at the schuyler thruway mcdonald's, I worked at masonic home in the laundry room attendent, I was a housekeeper/laundry attendant cleaned 19 rooms at the holiday Inn express in north utica, I worked at Upstate Caring Partners as a cleaner for 3 years I cleaned 4 buildings cleaning classrooms, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping, took out garbages from every classroom, offices and inside outside windows and doors, now I work for homeaglow cleaning people's houses and clean for airbnb and private people twice a week and the other person I clean for is whenever he needs me. I love to clean

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Kash kleanings

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I’m 26 I’m form Syracuse ny and run a little cleaning business and I have 2 kids and single father at the moment

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Mike's do it all

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Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

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Hello my name is Mike I been doing staining and painting for the past 5 years and have decided to go out on my own I am fair priced dedicated and detailed oriented please feel free to reach out to me and I hope we can do business together thank you very much

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Magnetic Services LLC

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Magnetic Services, we provide dependable garage door services homeowners can trust, built on honesty, integrity, and quality workmanship. Our skilled team is committed to keeping your garage door operating safely and smoothly, whether you need a repair, replacement, installation, or routine maintenance. From broken springs and damaged panels to opener issues and full garage door upgrades, we handle every job with care and expertise. We combine local, personalized service with reliable support, allowing us to respond quickly and provide solutions that fit your homes needs. At Magnetic Services, our goal is to exceed expectations and be your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and long-lasting garage door service. Call today!

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Traveling Chimney Sweeps

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

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Traveling Chimney Sweeps is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.\n\n

Response time10 mins

Response rate100%

Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+3 more

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent - customer service is outstanding."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Kris and Ikes NEATFREAKS CLEANING SERVICES

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

Serving Oneida, NY and surrounding areas

"Kristie and Ike responded and scheduled quickly, quoted a fair price and showed up on time. Did a great, efficient job cleaning our windows and screens and were pleasant and courteous throughout. Would definitely hire them again."

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

The timeline for smoke damage remediation can range from a single day to several months, depending on the extent of the damage, the size of the affected area, and the methods used. For minor damage, such as removing cigarette smoke odors from a single room, the process might take only one to two days and typically involves deep cleaning, painting, and sealing walls. Some methods, like ozone treatments, can take 24 to 48 hours, though multiple treatments may be necessary. More extensive smoke damage, such as from a house fire, can take three weeks or longer to clean and treat. If significant material restoration or replacement is needed, the timeline can extend to six to 12 months. A smoke damage restoration professional can provide a more accurate estimate for your specific situation.

After a house fire, you should not reenter your home unless the fire crew has told you it’s safe to do so. In the longer term, you should not attempt to make repairs to the house on your own. Professional crews are trained to clean up after a fire (including smoke and soot damage), dry out any water damage from the firefighter crews, and make the necessary structural, plumbing, and electrical repairs—and this is all likely covered by insurance.

Smoke can be tricky to remove from your home, especially after a fire. The best way to eliminate the smell is to open the windows to increase ventilation and air circulation in your house. Then, use white vinegar to wipe down walls, furniture, and floors. Try steam-cleaning carpet and other upholstered items to remove the smell of smoke.

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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