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Q: Does insurance cover acts of nature?

• <div><p>Yes, most insurance plans cover acts of nature. In policy documents, this also may be called &ldquo;Acts of God&rdquo; or &ldquo;natural disasters.&rdquo; However, not all acts of nature are covered by your policy, and the extent to which they&rsquo;re covered depends on your specific contract. Check your policy documents to understand your coverage limits and exclusions.</p></div>

Q: Does smoke damage ever go away?

• <div><p>Smoke damage will not go away on its own, but with professional remediation and restoration, you can return your home to its original condition after a fire. Trained smoke restoration professionals can eliminate smoke damage, which can affect areas of your home that are hard to see or access, and restore or replace smoke-damaged materials.</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: Is smoke damage toxic?

• <div><p>If untreated, smoke damage is definitely toxic. Carbon and tar are two types of toxic chemicals in smoke that can damage your lungs and other parts of your body if you breathe them in for long periods of time. If you still smell smoke after the fire, it&rsquo;s important that you call your restoration team for support. </p></div>

Q: What are common challenges faced during fire or smoke damage restoration?

• <div><p>Challenges include ensuring structural safety, completing soot removal, meeting restoration codes, and effectively managing insurance claims.</p></div>

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Last update on June 02, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
In May 2026, Joe Condo rebuilt a chimney on our 116-year old house in Culpeper, VA, dismantling it down six feet to where it came out of the roof. The chimney was on the way to collapsing, with failing bricks and mortar. Joe found newly made old-style bricks that matched the historic bricks in...
Pyramid Masonry & Chimney Lining Co
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Reviewed in April 2024
Marvin was very responsive and very reliable. I would highly recommend him for any chimney repairs.
Allstate Chimney Service, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Friendly and professional. Good explanation of my chimney issues and options to remedy.
Chim Chim Churee Chimney & Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Jay is very friendly, responded fast and cleaned two chimneys in our home within an hour for the price of USD150 each. Apparently the chimneys were not very dirty, which we didn't know since we just bought the house. What I felt was missing is to get a professional receipt for the service that...
Jay Fincham Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2021
Everyone else said to replace the Berber carpet in my basement due to a cut that was down the center of the carpet that had been there for years. Sweep Clean said ... I can fix that! And he Did! Replaced padding and repaired an 8ft cut. Matched up perfect! Cost for this type of workmanship...
Sweep Clean, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
It went great. They texted to let us know that they had fallen behind and would be a little late which I really appreciated. Then, when they arrived, they inspected the chimney and stated that it didn't need to be cleaned and only charged us for the inspection. They also let us know that the...
Davis Chimney Service
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Reviewed in November 2019
Excellent service from first contact until job completion. They showed up on time to provide an estimate, which was the lowest of three I got. Provided superb service and 'coaching' to save me money as well. Their technician -- Robert Uda -- was easy to work with and absolutely EXCELLENT!...
The Chimney Doctor Nova Inc
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Reviewed in September 2019
Technician Paul Cox was extremely thorough and professional. He arrived on time and took time to completely understand the problem and to discuss his approach to fixing the problem. He performed an attic inspection and provided pictures to document a leaking ridge vent, as well as the condition...
American Home Contractors, Inc. - Virginia
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Reviewed in May 2019
First ,I hired them to sweep the chimney and to clean the dryer vent. After they came back to fix a crack on the top of the chimney and fix a missing shingles on the surrounding roof. The total bill was $615, that is a bit pricey but acceptable. I was satisfied with their work and will hire...
Finest Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in February 2019
PLEASE DO NOT RUSH THRU. Please Sweep-up what Vaccum can't reach Please Wipe off all sticky, greasy spots. Thank you
Vicky's Cleaning Services, LLC
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H & T Chimney Sweeping

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+2 more

Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"tt Henok had SP H & T Chimney Sweeping they did some however, there were a few things they couldn't do for me. I got another SP outside the Angi network for the rest."

Crown is now finished with a 20 year warranty

Response time1 day

580 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by23%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp

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

Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience was wonderful; Juan, the lead technician, explained the entire job before carrying it out, and we were very pleased with the result. I also received excellent service at the office. I would always recommend a Shamrock fireplace."

81 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Big Boys tree service

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Ready to work. Happy to serve the area, work hard and can climb. Fair pricing efficient, friendly. Doing tree removal, chipping, clearing, stump grinding. Reasonably priced, clear communication.

17 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Mar cleaning

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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Hello, \n\nMy Name is Kenia. I have professional experience with both residential and office cleaning, ranging from deep cleaning to routine upkeep.\nI am reliable, thorough. I'd love to help you with your cleaning needs.\n\nKenia

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Perla's cleaning

New to Angi

Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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My name is Perla H, i have almost 10 years of experience i love doing this and more happy when clients said they like it and are happy with our job.\n\nThis is a group of 3 sister that we love to work together. \n\nWhat ever you need you will have it...

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PS Removal & Hauling

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Veteran Owned Business lending a helping hand.

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j Houston logistics

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We actually specialize in hoarding services. Very patient and accommodating staff. Simple garage clean outs , to complete home restorations.We look forward to helping you out soon.

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Sarah Comer

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi, I’m Sarah Comer! I specialize in Airbnb cleaning, making your space spotless and guest-ready. Quick turnovers, deep cleans, and attention to every detail mean your guests leave happy—and your reviews stay five-star. Stress-free hosting starts here!

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Simmons Assembly

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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I pride myself and my crew to give the best service and treqt it as if it was ours

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Diego Rodriguez

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 Boston, VA and surrounding areas

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We are a licensed, experienced construction and handyman service company with over 5 years of hands-on expertise delivering reliable, high-quality work across a wide range of services. Our specialties include drywall installation and repair, plastering, ceiling work, door installation, hardware setup, and full-service construction support. We also provide professional demolition, thorough cleaning services, furniture and equipment assembly, TV and picture frame mounting, and efficient moving and junk removal solutions. Known for our attention to detail and commitment to getting the job done right the first time, we take pride in offering dependable service at reasonable, competitive prices. Whether it’s a small home project or a larger renovation, we bring the knowledge, skill, and professionalism needed to exceed expectations every step of the way.

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Yes, most insurance plans cover acts of nature. In policy documents, this also may be called “Acts of God” or “natural disasters.” However, not all acts of nature are covered by your policy, and the extent to which they’re covered depends on your specific contract. Check your policy documents to understand your coverage limits and exclusions.

Smoke damage will not go away on its own, but with professional remediation and restoration, you can return your home to its original condition after a fire. Trained smoke restoration professionals can eliminate smoke damage, which can affect areas of your home that are hard to see or access, and restore or replace smoke-damaged materials.

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.

If untreated, smoke damage is definitely toxic. Carbon and tar are two types of toxic chemicals in smoke that can damage your lungs and other parts of your body if you breathe them in for long periods of time. If you still smell smoke after the fire, it’s important that you call your restoration team for support.

Challenges include ensuring structural safety, completing soot removal, meeting restoration codes, and effectively managing insurance claims.

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