Wood fireplace Chimney Sweeps of America Denver CO

If you have excess smoke outside your wood fireplace’s chimney

If you notice this drafting problem occurring, there are some common causes to consider. There might be a blockage of some kind in your flue, or it’s possible that the height, flue or throat size of your chimney is not what it should be. Another potential cause is the location of the damper, or even…

Reason why you need to keep birds and animals off your chimney

Birds and animals (particularly squirrels and raccoons) like seeking shelter in chimneys, especially during the winter season. The chimney not only provides much-needed warmth but also protects them from angry predators. However, allowing birds and animals to seek shelter in your chimney is a bad choice, and below are the reasons why: They restrict the…
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Don’t Fall Victim to a Scam: Have your chimney inspected today

Home repair scammers sometimes go door to door posing as chimney cleaners who are working in your neighborhood. They’ll offer a free chimney sweep and inspection, often uncovering multiple “hidden problems”. Of course, these will need to be fixed right away, and at a hefty price tag. Sadly, these so-called contractors are often just trying…
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Now is the perfect time for fireplace cleaning

Summer in Colorado is pretty short, and before we know it, the snow will be flying. Get your chimney and fireplace cleaned now and you will be ready to go when colder weather hits and it’s time to snuggle up in front of the fire! Maintaining a clean chimney and fireplace is essential to the…