Free DIY chimney tips
Get more from your chimney without spending a dime.
Honest, do-it-yourself ways to burn hotter, stay safer and catch small problems before they cost you, written by the crew that does this every day.
How to Get More Heat From Your Fireplace Without Spending a Dime
Seven free, DIY ways to get more heat from your wood fireplace, better fires, dry wood, smart damper use and more, from Denver’s Adam Chimney Sweep.
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The DIY Chimney Checkup: 8 Things You Can Inspect Yourself
A free, 8-point DIY chimney checkup you can do with a flashlight, what to inspect yourself, what it means, and when to call a Denver pro.
How to Stop Cold Air Pouring Out of Your Fireplace, for Free
Free, DIY ways to stop cold drafts pouring out of an unused fireplace: close the damper, plug the flue, seal the gaps, and cut your Denver heating bill.
How to Clean a Sooty Fireplace and Foggy Glass for Free
Clean foggy fireplace glass and a sooty firebox using things you already own, no special cleaner needed, plus the free habit that keeps them clear.
Free Ways to Keep Birds and Animals Out of Your Chimney
Free, DIY ways to keep birds, raccoons and squirrels out of your Colorado chimney: what to check from the ground, what works, and what to leave to a pro.
Does Your Chimney Need Sweeping? The Free 5-Minute Test
A free, 5-minute test to tell if your chimney needs sweeping: the eighth-inch creosote rule, the smell, the flashlight check, and when to book a sweep.
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