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Q: Does drywall need to be replaced after smoke damage?

• <div><p>You may need to replace drywall because of smoke damage. If the drywall is covered in soot, you may be able to clean it, but it will require a lot of time and effort. You could spend hours cleaning the drywall only to find there is more damage and it needs to be replaced anyway. It&rsquo;s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.</p></div>

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

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/living-in-house-with-smoke-damage.htm">Living in a house with smoke damage</a> could be safe on a temporary basis, but it depends on the severity and type of smoke damage. If you have major smoke damage or soot present from a fire, you should relocate to keep you and your family safe. Breathing in soot can cause respiratory issues, and it can contain carcinogens, so move out until you get professional remediation done. Your insurance company may cover the cost for alternative housing while your professional works.</p></div>

Q: What could happen if I don’t clean my chimney?

• <div><p>While it&rsquo;s not the most glamorous task, cleaning your chimney is vitally important to the safety of your home. Neglecting chimney cleaning can cause a blockage and buildup of toxic gasses in your flue, which could lead to a dangerous chimney fire. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s important to maintain your chimney and schedule annual cleanings from a professional.</p></div>

Q: What happens to stucco in a fire?

• <div><p>All of the components of stucco are non-combustible, so the siding material won&rsquo;t ignite or spread fire to the interior of your home. However, it also expands and contracts with changes in temperature, so it will crack from long exposure to heat. Eventually, fire will spread through those cracks. Still, stucco is one of the best siding materials for fire protection and can keep you and your family safe for an hour, on average.</p></div>

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>

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Last update on December 15, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Awesome work on correcting water drainage and installing gutter drainage downspouts, repairs and painting on concrete side porch, pouring concrete repairing front steps, adding wood skirting on wooden front porch and repairing reinforcing wooden steps from main floor to basement. Donnie &...
Superior Lawn Care & Home Improvements
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Reviewed in August 2025
Dominion roofing owner was paying a visit to my parent’s neighbor who had just had her roof replaced. I was chatting with them and mentioned I was doing repair work inside in preparation to sell their home. I expressed concern about needing to fix the problem for the new owners down the road....
Dominion Roofing & Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Ricky did a great job and I will have him back in the fall to check on our gutters.
Ricky McAllister LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Yes everything was done professionally and quicky ! Always does a great job
Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians
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Reviewed in October 2024
Performed a multiple of variety of tasks Leach bed septic systems tree removal excavation stop removal water line installation and removal grading major in minor highly recommend he also performs remodeling tasks drywall repair roof repair a well-rounded very highly recommended contractor
Apex Project Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2023
They were excellent clean up excellent good job - good price !
Hope's All Season Tree & Property Management LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
John was a pleasure to work with. Did an amazing job to save my ceramic floor. Looks like a new floor
Floor Restore & More, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
The repairman provided options for the repair and I went with the cheaper option. Which was the correct assessment. He finished in less than 15 minutes. He also provided a solution to unclog in the future if it occurs again.
DB's Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in April 2021
I used EveryDry for my basement and have never been happier. Each year, the amount of water in my basement would increase. Now, my basement is dry and I don't need to worry about water damage. I highly recommend them for waterproofing basements.
Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati
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Reviewed in February 2019
Quality, expertise, knowledge base and friendly. Tim did great work in repairing the water pipe in the attic as well as replacing a ball valve on the main water line in the house that controls the outside spigots. I will use this company again when the need arises and I will request Tim.
Plumb Tite, LLC
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