Chimney Sweeps of America Blog

A Denver chimney sweep explains what creosote is, the three stages of buildup, whether sweeping logs work, and when to schedule a cleaning.

If you’ve been lighting fires in your fireplace this winter without much thought, you’re not alone. Most Aurora homeowners assume their chimney is working just fine, until it isn’t. The reality? Chimneys don’t announce their problems with flashing lights. Instead, they give subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) hints that something’s wrong. Ignoring these warning signs can…

If you’ve got a fireplace in your Thornton home, you’ve probably wondered how often you really need someone poking around up there. Is annual chimney inspection overkill, or are you playing with fire, literally, by skipping it? The answer matters more than you might think. Every year, residential chimney fires cause millions in property damage…

If you’re like most Arvada homeowners, you probably don’t spend much time thinking about your chimney, until something goes wrong. But here’s the thing: chimneys aren’t as indestructible as they appear. Between Colorado’s extreme weather swings and the natural buildup of creosote every time you light a fire, your chimney needs regular attention to keep…

That cozy fire crackling in your fireplace might feel like the heart of your Arvada home during Colorado’s cold months, but what’s happening inside your chimney could be telling a very different story. Every year, an average of 25,700 residential chimney fires occur across the country, resulting in over $137 million in property damage and…

If you’ve ever wondered how often you should schedule a chimney inspection in Lakewood, you’re not alone. Many homeowners assume their chimney is fine as long as it’s not visibly crumbling or billowing smoke into the living room. But here’s the thing, chimney problems often develop silently, hidden behind brick and mortar where you can’t…

There’s something deeply satisfying about coming home to a warm, crackling fire on a cold Colorado evening. But if you’re a Wheat Ridge homeowner thinking about adding or replacing a fireplace, you’ve probably realized it’s not as simple as picking the prettiest model from a catalog. Between climate considerations, ventilation requirements, and the sheer variety…