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Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

Q: Does a bowl of vinegar absorb smoke?

• <div><p>Yes, a bowl of vinegar can absorb smoke. If you want to use this method to reduce the smoke smell in your house, all you have to do is leave a bowl (or multiple bowls) of white vinegar out overnight. Alternatively, you can use bowls of baking soda, coffee grounds, or activated charcoal.</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: Will smoke smell or odors go away on their own?

• <div><p>Smoke smell and odors typically will not go away completely on their own, especially once the particles have penetrated porous materials like walls, floors, ceilings, and furniture. While airing out affected items can help the smell subside over time, it often lingers for months or even years. To effectively remove stubborn smoke odors, you should combine several methods. Start with a thorough deep cleaning and deodorizing using substances like baking soda or activated charcoal. Air purifiers can also help capture airborne particles. In severe cases, you may need to replace heavily damaged materials. If the smell persists after repeated treatments, consider hiring a professional smoke damage restoration company for assistance.</p></div>

Q: Can a smoking oven lead to a fire?

• <div><p>As with any smoking appliance, a smoking oven is a concerning fire risk. It also negatively impacts your indoor air quality, which can put vulnerable people at risk of breathing problems. A dirty oven can catch fire if you don&rsquo;t stay on top of regular maintenance, so remember to check your oven for signs that it&rsquo;s time for a cleaning and remove buildup every three months to stay on the safe side.</p></div>

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Last update on June 02, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Poor communication, missed commitments, and questionable billing practices. I signed a contract on 11/3 for a chimney liner and hearth installation and paid in full. I was told the project would be completed by 12/18 and made it clear from day one that my wood stove was my only permanent heat...
Northeastern Chimney Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2024
Thes guys were great. I got 5 quotes and these guys were priced competitively, did everything they said and even did extra work including all new lead flashing ariund chimney and added rain guards over the doors after the fact. This roof is now guaranteed for 30 years in writing and transferable!
Clear Choice Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
The guys were prompt and considerate, and the fall special pricing was very cheap ($50/chimney) - but I did feel like the company was using a cheap cleaning to upsell on additional services, e.g. $500 creosote treatment. We had all our chimneys cleaned/inspected just one year earlier, and had...
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in July 2019
Dave and his crew showed up on time and ready to go. He replaced the missing slates on my roof and repaired the chimney that was in need of masonry work. It never looked better! And here's a bonus--the final payment was actually below his initial bid!
Rudd Builderz
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Reviewed in April 2017
Vini spent a lot of time analyzing the problem with the chimney and did a wonderful job in completing as promised
Affirmed Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
He came later than he had originally said he would, but the job was done quickly and for the estimated price. He also patched up my crumbling chimney. <br />
JS Laramie Roofing
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Reviewed in November 2014
<p>Contractor performed all repairs in a professional and workmanlike manner. Worksite was kept neat, and cleaned up at the end of each day. Only very minor sweeping was necessary at the end of the job. He and his workers were careful of plants and shrubs.</p> <p>He used quality materials, and...
TKO Construction
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Your Chimney Doctor

5.0(

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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 Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Serving Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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 rate100%

32 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Northeastern Chimney Solutions

4.2(

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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 Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, and done in a timely manner. Highly recommend!"

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

85 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 Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service. Provided an estimate for service - rebuild from roof flashing up, repointing masonry, repairing mortar joints by replacing anything that’s deteriorated with new mortar. replaced the chimney crown and created a drip edge, installed stainless steel chimney pipe, cleaned and inspected the chimney, spot replaced spalling bricks on the chimney, power washed and sealed/waterproofed the chimney. Cleaned up work area thoroughly and provided photographs of chimney repair work before and after. Throughout the process, Chuck kept me informed daily on the progress and any issues he had found. A positive experience."

+40

Response time8 hrs

Response rate100%

81 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Vermont Pressure Washing - Home Facebook

4.6(

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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect

Serving Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prompt and courteous response to my inquiry and needs. A good professional job"

+21

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent - customer service is outstanding."

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 Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were clean, and efficient and told us the same thing another Chimney service told us last year about some repairs. Joe is a nice guy and knows what he's doing. Ask for Joe if you need work done."

+43

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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

Serving Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Mike Haskin provided wonderful service. Being able to schedule the appointment on-line for next-day service and also having Mike call from his cell phone for confirmation made for a very efficient experience. When I told Mike I had a time crunch, he arrived early, with an extra worker, and was in and out of my house in less than 20 minutes! And the fireplace is clean and burning wood with no smoke. Great job!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Troy's Cleaning Crew -

3.8(

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

Serving Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a very thorough cleaning. Nice people."

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Three Father's Services

3.0(

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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 Wallingford, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Three Father's Services has been in business for over 20 years experience with amazing results and an outstanding record providing the best customer service and expertise. We pride ourselves in our business we even put our name on it. Although we work in the chimney field, we do not do masonry work. We can and will do masonry chimney sweeps, chimney inspections, and new stainless steel liners.

Response time3 hrs

Response rate85%

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

Yes, a bowl of vinegar can absorb smoke. If you want to use this method to reduce the smoke smell in your house, all you have to do is leave a bowl (or multiple bowls) of white vinegar out overnight. Alternatively, you can use bowls of baking soda, coffee grounds, or activated charcoal.

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.

Smoke smell and odors typically will not go away completely on their own, especially once the particles have penetrated porous materials like walls, floors, ceilings, and furniture. While airing out affected items can help the smell subside over time, it often lingers for months or even years. To effectively remove stubborn smoke odors, you should combine several methods. Start with a thorough deep cleaning and deodorizing using substances like baking soda or activated charcoal. Air purifiers can also help capture airborne particles. In severe cases, you may need to replace heavily damaged materials. If the smell persists after repeated treatments, consider hiring a professional smoke damage restoration company for assistance.

As with any smoking appliance, a smoking oven is a concerning fire risk. It also negatively impacts your indoor air quality, which can put vulnerable people at risk of breathing problems. A dirty oven can catch fire if you don’t stay on top of regular maintenance, so remember to check your oven for signs that it’s time for a cleaning and remove buildup every three months to stay on the safe side.

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