Thinking of disposing your Christmas tree in a fireplace? Here’s why you shouldn’t
Thinking of disposing your Christmas tree in a fireplace? Here’s why you shouldn’t While Santa may be able to sneak in and out of homes on Christmas Eve through the magic of a fireplace, we feel it’s sometimes necessary to remind our local customers that the best way to dispose of a Christmas tree is […]
The Basic Parts of the Chimney
Chase The outside structure of the chimney which can be wood, Masonite, stucco, brick, stone, block and is hollow between the flue and the outer wall. Flue The lined opening from the fireplace to 4 or more inches above the crown wash. A Masonry system is lined with flue tiles while manufactured or z/c systems […]
How to Chose a Wood Stove
Wood stoves are becoming a popular choice for heating homes on a budget and cutting heating bills during winter months. The following will help guide you in choosing your next Colorado Springs wood stove. It’s important to know how to chose the best wood stove for your space and usage. Whether replacing an old stove […]
Common Chimney Problems
Common Chimney Problems | Colorado Springs Chimney Sweep As a local Colorado Springs chimney sweep we see plenty of chimney issues. Some problems are simple fixes and some problems are bigger and more costly. Early detection is the key to keeping your costs low. The following are common chimney problems that can often be avoided […]
How Often Should My Chimney Be Cleaned?
The job of a chimney sweep is to remove debris and build-up in your chimney. Creosote and other debris accumulate in your chimney so it’s recommended to have your chimney cleaned by a professional chimney sweeper at least once a year. Over time creosote, a flammable substance that builds up in your chimney or liner […]
Benefits of Chimney Flue Caps?
Although you may be familiar with chimney flue caps, you may be wondering what benefits they offer. Besides giving your chimney flue a completed look, flue caps keep your chimney functional and safe so you can keep the home fires burning. What Is A Flue Cap? A flue cap is placed over and attached to […]
5 FAQs of Dr. SOOT, Chimney Sweep – Colorado Springs
As one of the top Colorado Springs chimney professional cleaners, we get lots of questions about all things having to do with chimneys. To answer a few common questions, we’ve compiled five frequently asked questions for Colorado Springs chimney cleaners. Why does my chimney need to be cleaned? You may be surprised that deep inside […]
5 Things to Know When Hiring A Chimney Sweep in Colorado Springs
If you’ve chosen to forgo expensive gas or electric heating to use the tried and true method of wood burning stoves, it’s important to know how to hire a licensed and qualified chimney sweep in Colorado Springs. Consider the following five tips when hiring a chimney sweep to keep your house safe. Ask for Company […]
Now is the time to prepare your firewood for next fall
We’ve put our winter coats away (we hope!), the sun is shining and although there are still some cooler evenings, for the most part you are probably thinking you are done using the fireplace until next fall. So you don’t need to replenish your woodpile until August or September, right? Wrong! Now is the time […]
3 Reasons to have a Flue Cap
Reason # 1 Spring is in the air and the critters are on the move. Mama raccoon is looking for a good, safe place to birth her “kits” and if you have a masonry chimney without a flue cap, you may be chosen for her new home. A good quality flue cap installed correctly will […]
