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If you own a wood-burning fireplace in Colorado Springs, you know that keeping it clean is part of the job. Burning wood creates a dark, sticky buildup inside your chimney called creosote. To get rid of it, you might be tempted to go to the hardware store and buy a...

When you look at your chimney from the outside, you see a strong tower of bricks. But the most important part of your chimney is actually hidden inside. It is called the chimney liner. Many homeowners in Colorado Springs do not know what a liner is until a chimney...

When the air turns cold in Colorado Springs, there is nothing better than relaxing by a warm fire. A glowing fireplace makes our long, snowy winters feel cozy and comfortable. But before you strike a match to light your first fire of the season, you need to make sure...

You hear a dripping sound in your living room. You look inside your fireplace and see a puddle of water. Or maybe you notice dark, ugly water stains on the ceiling right next to your chimney. Finding water in your fireplace is very stressful. Your chimney is supposed...

Winter in Colorado Springs is beautiful, but it brings freezing temperatures and heavy snow. During these cold months, there is nothing better than sitting in front of a warm, glowing fire. However, traditional wood-burning fireplaces are not for everyone. They...

Living in Colorado Springs means dealing with wild weather. We have hot, sunny days, heavy snowstorms, and freezing nights. While we love the changing seasons, this weather is very hard on your house. It is especially hard on your brick chimney. Your chimney stands...

Winter in Colorado Springs is beautiful, but the cold weather means you need a reliable way to heat your home. Many people choose pellet stoves because they are highly efficient and easy to use. Instead of chopping heavy firewood, you just pour a bag of small wood...

When winter arrives in Colorado, you want to light a warm fire. But first, you need a clean chimney to keep your family safe from a house fire. The question is: who do you hire to do the job? If you search online, you will see many choices. You might read Midtown...