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Q: Does homeowners insurance cover smoke damage?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What can be salvaged after smoke damage?

• <div><p>Hard materials like glass, metal, and hardwood floors, washable fabrics, and undamaged electrical appliances can often be salvaged after a fire, although it depends on the extent of the damage. For washable fabrics, make sure to use a phosphate mix during the washing process to extract the smoke smell. There are a few <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-to-throw-away-after-smoke-damage.htm">things you should throw away after a fire</a>, like canned foods and cosmetics, even if they don&rsquo;t look like they&rsquo;re damaged. </p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover DIY mistakes?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance does not cover DIY mistakes, so tread lightly if you plan to tackle your own home repairs or renovations. If you cause damage to your home while attempting repairs or renovations yourself, the cost of fixing the damage is often considered your responsibility. Most policies only cover damage caused by covered perils like fire, theft, or weather&mdash;not by homeowner errors.</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: Can I restore fire or smoke damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY restoration for small areas is possible with proper safety gear and equipment, though comprehensive damage benefits from professional restoration.</p></div>

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Last update on February 24, 2024

Reviewed in February 2024
Used their services twice, new chimney install and cleaning/inspection. Professional and friendly service. Reasonably priced. Performed quality work. Accommodating to our schedule needs. Offered good stove maintenance advice. Highly recommend.
Green Mountain Chimney Care, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Brian built a addition consisting of a garage with and finished upstairs. I would say that the end result is amazing and Brian has always responded to me when I needed him. We moved into the area and we bought a farm with many challenges over the first few years and Brian and his crew were...
Betit Property Service, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
I hired Gastonbury Chimney to repair our wood stove. They have good prices and they were on time every day! They did a great job cleaning up before leaving. I'm very happy with the service from Glastonbury Chimney.
Glastonbury Chimney
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Reviewed in November 2022
Quick, efficient and did exactly what I asked him to do even in the snow. Great!
JDS Home Repair
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Reviewed in December 2016
The owner and an assistant came on time, did not complain when they found the chimney was exceptionally dirty and did a good job. They took pictures on the roof showing that the cement cap was filled with holes and missing chunks. They returned a few days later exactly when they said they would...
Community Chimney, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
They were knowledgeable, professional, thorough and respectful of me, my time, and my home. Chuck spent a lot of time figuring out the tangle of flues in my house, making sure that it was safe to use my fireplaces and pointing out potential vulnerabilities. No big sales pitch, just smart advice....
Certified Chimney Inspections
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Reviewed in December 2013
Work was done on schedule and exceeded our expectation. The team corrected incorrect installation of flashing on skylights and chimney when house was built 25 years ago. <br />
Finnell Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in October 2011
The entire process was incredibly smooth and simple. I left a message indicating that I wanted a chimney sweep, and received a call back a few days later to setup the appointment. When the day came, the guys arrived early and got right to work. They were very professional, while also being...
Brattleboro Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in January 2011
This was Junk Junk's third "mission" for us and, as before, it was carried out professionally, quickly, and courteously. All the things we no longer wanted or needed after selling our house were removed painlessly (for us) and efficiently. They'll also sweep up the scene of the grime when...
Junk Junk Los Angeles
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Reviewed in November 2010
I called then three times to set up an appointment and Scitt never got back to me. I would not reccomend him to sweep my garage floor.
The Sand Man Hardwood Flooring, Inc.
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Your Chimney Doctor

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+1 more

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Your Chimney Doctor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+3 more

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My Pro did a great job on my fireplce and chimney. He repaired my chimney and placed a topper on it plus cleaned out my chimney and fireplce. I would recommed this Pro to anyone who needs work done on their fireplace/chimney. 5 Stars"

+36

Response time4 days

Response rate87%

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent work ethic... repaired and and rebuilt our chimney in one day for our new oil furnace."

+19

Response time9 hrs

Response rate90%

27 neighbors recently requested a quote

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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 Dover, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very personable and knowledgeable regarding chimneys"

+40

Response time8 hrs

Response rate92%

84 neighbors recently requested a quote

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The Clean Queen Residential and Commercial Cleaning

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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

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My name is Sara, I am 32 years old with over 15 years of cleaning experience. For the past 5 years, I have run my own cleaning business and found great success. I am now looking to expand my client base. I am very reliable and detailed. I work very hard. I love to clean. I have great references. I am very flexible and Im great at getting the job done well and at a fast pace.

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Green Mountain Chimney Care, LLC

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Used their services twice, new chimney install and cleaning/inspection. Professional and friendly service. Reasonably priced. Performed quality work. Accommodating to our schedule needs. Offered good stove maintenance advice. Highly recommend."

Response time12 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service, fast, prompt, and efficient."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"personable yet professional. After inspection of chimney, he did not see need for cleaning but highly recommended chimney caps. I gave go a head for those to be installed. I highly recommend both gentlemen."

+43

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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New England Home Renovations LLC

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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 Dover, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went wonderfully with this company. They were very professional, listened to exactly what my problem was, and explained to me how they were going to diagnose the problem and/or solve it before doing any actual work. Once they started, the team (three people came) worked together like a well-oiled machine. One was in the room with diagnostics, one was at the fuse box looking for possible problems there, and the third went into the crawlspace beneath our house to look at the physical wiring. Once the problem was found (there was a faulty wire beneath the house that had come loose from the junction box), it was fixed and tested within minutes and another full diagnostic was done to make sure there were no other possible issues. They cleaned up after themselves very neatly. They also replaced the light switch with a dimmer switch at no extra cost! Well within my budget, and came in even lower than their original (FREE) estimate! I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the Bergen County area.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners

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

Serving Dover, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responsive and reasonable. Did a great job repairing and cleaning our chimney."

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

Hard materials like glass, metal, and hardwood floors, washable fabrics, and undamaged electrical appliances can often be salvaged after a fire, although it depends on the extent of the damage. For washable fabrics, make sure to use a phosphate mix during the washing process to extract the smoke smell. There are a few things you should throw away after a fire, like canned foods and cosmetics, even if they don’t look like they’re damaged.

Homeowners insurance does not cover DIY mistakes, so tread lightly if you plan to tackle your own home repairs or renovations. If you cause damage to your home while attempting repairs or renovations yourself, the cost of fixing the damage is often considered your responsibility. Most policies only cover damage caused by covered perils like fire, theft, or weather—not by homeowner errors.

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.

DIY restoration for small areas is possible with proper safety gear and equipment, though comprehensive damage benefits from professional restoration.

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