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Q: Can smoke damage be completely removed?

• <div><p>In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/smoke-damage-types.htm">types of smoke damage</a> from walls and ceilings, but it&rsquo;s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you&rsquo;ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.</p></div>

Q: What is the process of fire restoration?

• <div><p>The first step is removing water or chemical residue, if applicable, after extinguishing. Next, your professional will clean up soot, remove damaged materials, treat the smoke damage, and complete any necessary structural repairs. After that, your pro will begin the build-back process and install finishes to restore your home to its previous condition.</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: How likely is a chimney fire?

• <div><p>Depending on who&rsquo;s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren&rsquo;t exactly common&mdash;but they&rsquo;re not rare, either. Since they&rsquo;re so dangerous, it&rsquo;s important to take precautions to prevent them.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to live in a house with smoke damage?

• <div><p>It is generally not safe to live in a house with smoke damage, as even minor damage can pose long-term health hazards and structural risks. While it might seem safe temporarily depending on the severity, you should relocate if there is major damage or visible soot. Smoke smells and residue contain dangerous particulates and chemical compounds, including carcinogens, that are hazardous to breathe and can cause respiratory issues. These signs of damage are not always visible but can have dangerous short-term and long-term effects on your health, belongings, and your home's structural materials. You should not stay in the house until a trained professional from a smoke remediation or restoration company has assessed the damage and determined it is safe to return. Your insurance company may cover the cost of alternative housing while the professional work is completed.</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 November 2025
I am very glad I hired Brian VanKleeck. The primary task was cedar shake replacement, but he also installed copper gutters, wood gutters, rebuilt a chimney, and repaired a shed on a 1773 historic house. Historic methods and aesthetics were an important part of the project. Brian sourced the...
BVK Inc.
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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 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 December 2020
He was nice, on time and mostly professional. I thought this guy seemed to know what he was doing, but being a first-time home buyer, I didn't really know what to look for. He missed a really awfully-botched seal job (for a raccoon entry) on the back of the chimney, through which a host...
Ridgeline New York Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
Jimmy discovered that, right above the wood stove, the chimney was totally blocked. That explained why even paper wouldn’t burn. The same thing happened last year. Jimmy made a slight modification and he thinks it will greatly reduce the buildup. He left less than an hour ago and my wood stove...
Monticello Chimney
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Reviewed in December 2019
Excellent Job on installing chimney liner.
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2019
Kenny has fabulous communication, he was able to fit us in a day early. He was thorough and did a good job cleaning our chimney and now we can start using the stove.
Fire and Ice Chimney, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Provided a thorough and complete assessment, at no charge, and gave a detailed, specific and written estimate on the same day. He described the problem well, and had complete knowlege of the code regulations. We had hired someone In the past to fix the problem and found out that they did not do...
JP Chimney Services
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Reviewed in August 2016
As stated by other customers, Joe called me quickly and an appointment was made. He was able to come clean our chimney within 3 days of calling. Knowledgable and very nice to work with. He called prior to arriving at our home and was prompt. I would highly recommend this company!!!
J. F. Messina Masonry Builders
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Statewide Roofing & Chimney

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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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

20 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

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

Response time4 hrs

Response rate89%

43 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"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%

481 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"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

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Clean Connect Link

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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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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Serving Wawarsing, 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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Fernandez and España LLC

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

😃Ready to work. With the best possible attitude and the appropriate tools—whatever you wish to transport—and with the utmost safety.🫡

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J. F. Messina Masonry Builders

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

"Cleaned the chimney and didn't create a mess! Thumbs up on that. Much better than I could have done in a lot less time therefore money well spent!"

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is a decent system but nothing much different than the other companies offer. Cost of service per moth is below. They were highly rated at the time but see that their rating has dropped."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Hudson River Chimney Inc.

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Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take pride in separating ourselves from the rest by providing superior customer service with incomparable knowledge, skills, and technique in our trade without the sky high costs. At Hudson River Chimney we believe if you do right by a customer the first time, you win their business for life. Let us be your Chimney/Fireplace Specialist for LIFE

+19

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain types of smoke damage from walls and ceilings, but it’s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you’ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.

The first step is removing water or chemical residue, if applicable, after extinguishing. Next, your professional will clean up soot, remove damaged materials, treat the smoke damage, and complete any necessary structural repairs. After that, your pro will begin the build-back process and install finishes to restore your home to its previous condition.

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

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

It is generally not safe to live in a house with smoke damage, as even minor damage can pose long-term health hazards and structural risks. While it might seem safe temporarily depending on the severity, you should relocate if there is major damage or visible soot. Smoke smells and residue contain dangerous particulates and chemical compounds, including carcinogens, that are hazardous to breathe and can cause respiratory issues. These signs of damage are not always visible but can have dangerous short-term and long-term effects on your health, belongings, and your home's structural materials. You should not stay in the house until a trained professional from a smoke remediation or restoration company has assessed the damage and determined it is safe to return. Your insurance company may cover the cost of alternative housing while the professional work is completed.

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