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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>

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>

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: How do you detect smoke damage?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll know you have smoke damage if you notice a lingering smoky odor, see soot or residue, or spot any discoloration of surfaces in your home. If you have any kind of house fire, always assume you have smoke damage and hire a professional <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-to-call-for-smoke-damage.htm">who deals with smoke damage</a> to assess the extent of the damage and restore your home to its pre-fire condition.</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>

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Last update on September 29, 2026

Reviewed in September 2026
Had an emergency, company coming in from out of town unexpectedly. Had 24 notice before arriving. I work 10 hour days. So contact Rayne and Shine and talked to Brittany. Stated she had a full schedule but would see if you can get me in. Brittany contacted me an hour later and said she shuffled...
Rayne & Shine Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2025
I had 3 bat sitings within my living space last August/September. I looked up bat exclusion on line. Keller&amp;#39;s Pest Control came up. I called and immediately received a callback. Ed came next day. he walked around outside of house. he went into attic. I went too. he used his cell...
Keller's Pest Control, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
I just closed on my house at the end of October and it needed chimney sealing. Other contractors promised to take the job on and then did not deliver. One contractor even told me it didn't need work without even going up on the roof. This company was also busy but came out and got the job done...
Peranich & Shelp Construction Inc
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Reviewed in November 2020
It didn't happen. I spoke to Dan on September 8th and he was very personable and knowlegeable. I told him I was closing on a house in Mid October that had to have flasihng before winter. I know that the roof had just been tarred, but the home inspector was not impressed and told me I needed...
Dan Brown Construction
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Reviewed in August 2020
Well, I am buying a house and it will not close until the end of October. In the meantime, I have been calling a few different Home repair and construction people to get ballpark estimates on different work items that needs to be done and to line up jobs so that I can hit the ground running...
Chimney Solutions
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Reviewed in November 2017
the service technician performed the work and ended up telling us that the emissions going out the chimney were in the unsafe category although it was safe in the house. he red tagged the furnace closely followed by his supervisor showing up ready to sell us another furnace. In fairness the...
Arctic Bear Heating & Air Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2016
They were responsive, prompt and professional. They told me the chimney was sound and made a few recommendations which were quite reasonably priced.
CLEAN SWEEP CHIMNEY & STOVE
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Reviewed in November 2015
I knew that I would go with Alpine Roofing as soon as I got their estimate, which came with a video of the work that would be done and a complete itemized written estimate. It was very clear and professional - much more thorough than any other company that I had gotten an estimate from, and...
Alpine Roofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2015
This company is high on our list of the highest quality company in home improvement. They showed integrity from beginning to end of a huge job well done. Shane was always available to take our calls, answered our questions patiently and thoroughly. He worked with us on the price of replacing...
S&S Roofing & Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in November 2013
It took four phon ecalls, before the call was returned. We set up an appointment for Monday. We were told to shut off the furnace (which is our heat source), so the work could be done. We shut down our furnace Sunday. We are a family of four. He never called, or showed up. Our house was ice...
London Blackbird Chimney
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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 Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a wonderful job!"

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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 Windsor, 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

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Clean Connect Link

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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 Windsor, 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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Nepa painting and drywall

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Serving Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

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We are nepa painting and drywall. We do all types of construction from painting to floors ,bathrooms , kitchens no job too small !

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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M&S lawn and landscape

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Serving Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

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M&S Lawn and Landscape provides reliable and professional lawn care services in Scranton, PA and surrounding areas. 🌱\n\nWe specialize in lawn mowing, trimming, edging, mulch installation, and yard cleanups. Our goal is simple: quality work, dependable service, and a property you can be proud of.\n\n🏡 Residential Lawn Care\n🌱 Lawn Mowing & Maintenance\n✂️ Trimming & Edging\n🪵 Mulch Installation\n🍂 Yard Cleanups\n💬 FREE ESTIMATES\n\n📍 Serving Scranton and surrounding areas.\n\nMessage us today for a free estimate!

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Unique Painting & Staining

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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 Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My goal is to service my customers with top quality products and service. I approach every project with the understanding my customers are looking for quality work from a reliable contractor who exceeds expectations on every job no matter the size of the project. Keeping communication clear and delivering on the needs and expectations each client might have. I find success in delivering top tier service and being reliable for my clients. There’s many companies in this industry and I base my quality work and quick turnaround to exceed expectations every time. I stride to be unique.

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

Serving Windsor, 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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Fireplace Ace DBA WIlliam Mathews

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Working with William Mathews you can expect the finest quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade with over 30 years experience. We are committed to quality from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have.

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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KMK Custom Construction

3.8(

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they went the extra mile... for my water heater replacement... treated us with respect...and did professional work... very quickly... you will not... go wrong...with this company... thank you... norman r..."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Power's Cleaning Services

New to Angi

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

Serving Windsor, NY and surrounding areas

“At Powers Cleaning Services, we are committed to providing high-quality and reliable cleaning solutions tailored to your needs. To better assist you, please share a few details such as your location, the type of cleaning service you require, and the number of bathrooms in your space. We look forward to serving you.” \n\nTel:201-306-3891

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

You’ll know you have smoke damage if you notice a lingering smoky odor, see soot or residue, or spot any discoloration of surfaces in your home. If you have any kind of house fire, always assume you have smoke damage and hire a professional who deals with smoke damage to assess the extent of the damage and restore your home to its pre-fire condition.

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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