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Statewide Roofing & Chimney
4.5(
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Clean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Wawarsing, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Peter showed up when he promised and finished the roof repair quickly. It looks like he did a good job, but I am waiting for it to rain in order to make sure. He was good at communicating with his customer - something I appreciate as much as the work itself."
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2 New Skylights
Response time7 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Hudson River Chimney Inc.
5.0(
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+3 more

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

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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

Neglecting to clean your chimney can lead to serious safety hazards. A primary risk is the buildup of creosote, a highly flammable substance that can ignite and cause a dangerous chimney fire. This buildup can also create blockages in the flue, resulting in poor venting of smoke, soot, and toxic gases like carbon monoxide, which can then enter your home and create dangerously poor indoor air quality. Additionally, creosote is acidic and can damage the chimney's mortar and metal components over time, potentially allowing smoke to leak into your house. To prevent these issues, it is essential to schedule an annual chimney cleaning with a professional.

Costs depend on the extent of damage, material restoration, labor, and emergency service requirements.

In many cases, homeowners insurance covers smoke damage remediation, but coverage depends on the cause of the damage and the specifics of your policy. Typically, damage from a house fire, wildfire, or even a fire in a neighboring home is covered. However, damage from cigarette smoke is generally not covered.

Before filing a claim, review your policy to understand what is covered, such as restoration costs, replacement of damaged items, and temporary relocation. It's crucial to document all damage thoroughly, including to furniture and personal belongings. Contact your insurance provider promptly to start the claim process and get an evaluation before hiring professionals. Your insurer may also provide a list of approved smoke remediation companies to streamline the process.

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. 

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