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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: What should you not do after a house fire?

• <div><p>After a house fire, you should not reenter your home unless the fire crew has told you it&rsquo;s safe to do so. In the longer term, you should not attempt to make repairs to the house on your own. Professional crews are trained to clean up after a fire (including smoke and soot damage), dry out any water damage from the firefighter crews, and make the necessary structural, plumbing, and electrical repairs&mdash;and this is all likely covered by insurance.</p></div>

Q: What are the primary steps in fire or smoke damage restoration?

• <div><p>Restoration involves assessing damage, cleaning, deodorizing, repairing structures, and replacing damaged items, following a detailed and systematic approach.</p></div>

Q: Can I repair major damage myself?

• <div><p>DIY is not recommended due to the complexity and potential structural issues. Hire professionals for thorough and safe repairs.</p></div>

Q: What are the most common chimney problems?

• <div><p>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Creosote buildup</p></li><li><p>Chimney blockage</p></li><li><p>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</p></li><li><p>Cracked chimney top</p></li><li><p>Damaged flashing</p></li><li><p>Flue liner damage or deterioration</p></li><li><p>Damaged chimney cap</p></li></ul><p>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </p></div>

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Last update on August 08, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They came out cleaned the chimney, took pictures showed me and they charged me a good price.
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in May 2024
Nice people great job fast and efficient would highly recommend calling before you replace your roof they helped me save tons of money
Roof Maxx
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Reviewed in March 2024
I had a great experience with Ripley's for the repointing of my chimney to the roof line. Their team was professional, skilled, and efficient. They used high-quality materials and the chimney looks fantastic now. I highly recommend their services for anyone needing chimney repairs or repointing...
Ripley's Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Super professional and fast service. Additionally, the guys that came out to remove our trees were very nice and respectful. If you’re looking for quality work for a great price with bonus kindness, call these guys 100%!
D&P Property Management
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Reviewed in March 2022
On-call cleaners are friendly and easy to deal with. Their rates were reasonable and the service was great. So nice to come home to a clean house.
On-Call Cleaners
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Reviewed in August 2021
I had a leak around my chimney which needed immediate attention. They came right away for a quote and when none of the other roofers in the area would even respond, they were here and completed the work within 4 days! I'm very satisfied.
Home Evolution Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2015
They responded to my phone call immediately and did the work the next day. They cleaned the moss off my slate roof and put on a protective coating afterwards. They put a top on my chimney and replaced 6 slate tiles that I had not even known were missing. I was so pleased with these brothers...
All of it Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2013
Chimney Savers did an excellent job of rebuilding the chimney on my father's house. They came on the day that they said they would, they did all the work, and they charged exactly what they said they would charge. The chimney, which had been on the verge of disintegrating, now looks like it will...
Chimney Savers Builders Inc
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Reviewed in March 2013
While getting ready for bed on Christmas night, I noticed smoke coming from my woodstove pipes. I shut down the woodstove but it was smoking into the house so I put the fire out. The next morning Lacy came to my house to make sure I was safe. He found the chimney was almost completely...
Black Magic Chimney Sweeps
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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 Rupert, 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 Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We needed chimney sweep & minor repairs. Scheduling was easy and the guys who showed up were on time and very professional. Work was done well and we’re very happy, will be calling them for all future work on our chimney and HVAC."

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Response time4 days

Response rate100%

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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

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Omar was great and knowledgable about chimneys. Service was top shelf and I highly recommend their service."

+19

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

23 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Northeastern Chimney Solutions

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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+1 more

Serving Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Go for it! Matt is amazing. Very knowledgeable and honest."

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

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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 Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Carlos was very patient and educated my wife and I on how to best use our fireplace and gave us advice on how to best maintain it. Carlos and Julio did a great job at cleaning out our chimney. We will definitely use their services again, I would highly recommend. Their pricing is very competitive and hard to beat."

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Response time8 hrs

Response rate100%

84 neighbors recently requested a quote

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The Cleaning Momma

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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

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I’ve been cleaning majority of my life. It’s something I love to do. I like being able to clean and organize things.

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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 Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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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Traveling Chimney Sweeps

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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 Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Chris is a professional- very prompt with arrival time. Went beyond my expectations! He?s the guy for the job! I?d hire him again and highly recommend him for this type of work!!!"

Response time10 mins

Response rate100%

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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 Rupert, 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

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Vermont Pressure Washing - Home Facebook

4.6(

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Rupert, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely prompt and courteous service."

+21

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

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.

After a house fire, you should not reenter your home unless the fire crew has told you it’s safe to do so. In the longer term, you should not attempt to make repairs to the house on your own. Professional crews are trained to clean up after a fire (including smoke and soot damage), dry out any water damage from the firefighter crews, and make the necessary structural, plumbing, and electrical repairs—and this is all likely covered by insurance.

Restoration involves assessing damage, cleaning, deodorizing, repairing structures, and replacing damaged items, following a detailed and systematic approach.

DIY is not recommended due to the complexity and potential structural issues. Hire professionals for thorough and safe repairs.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

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