For 25+ years, Ashes Away has been the trusted name for fireplace and chimney services in Durango and the surrounding Four Corners area. Our experienced team of technicians, certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Fireplace Institute (NFI), delivers exceptional workmanship to ensure your home heating system operates safely and efficiently. We specialize in chimney sweeps, comprehensive inspections, and repairs, as well as the sale, installation, and servicing of wood, pellet, gas, and electric fireplaces, stoves, and inserts.
"Its good pricing and fair. We appreciated everything he done for our clients. Very professional, courteous, polite, and went above and beyond to the services. And I will take all what I said and multiple it by at least 50 clients for multiple fireplace service he provided and never had any complaints and I think he is the best in the region."
"We have Frontpoint at two houses. We had been looking for ways to cut our monthly expenses (Frontpoint is approx. $100 per month total), so I called them to find out what I could do. They informed me that I was under contract for another year, and that I cannot get out of the contract without an early termination fee that is equal to the cost of the service. I'm a little disappointed, because the upfront cost of the system was very expensive ($1,000+) for each house, so it seems odd that I would get sucked into this contract. Nevertheless, I forgot that I signed up for this with them. My calendar is marked for the day that my service ends, and I will be switching to a company that charges about half of what they do. They have OK customer service and are very responsive, but the wireless system had some issues with reception in my house due to a fireplace, and then they didn't want to work with me to get that resolved. They're OK, but I can't really recommend them."
At Chimney Peak Masonry, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Homespun Comforts, Southwest Colorado�s fastest growing Hearth, Home, Spa, & Window Treatment specialists. We carry only the finest products for your windows, hearth, patio and spa. We offer in-house installation & service for all our products. Our staff is fully trained and certified in the products we promote. Our complimentary site review is our way of assuring professional quality customer service that will result in your complete satisfaction. Our goal is to make turning your house into a home a truly pleasant experience. We are able to service most makes and model fireplaces & spas available in the Four Corners area. Whatever your taste, interests, style or ideas Homespun Comforts has the products you have come to want and expect. We're committed to giving you exactly what you are looking for in Hearth, Patio, Spa, and Window Covering products for your home today and years to come. Explore all the options that can transform any room into a gallery and any house into a home.
\nMountain Rat Handyman Services is a growing business serving the Durango/Bayfield area with a wide range of home improvement and repair skills. Our team brings diverse expertise to handle projects big and small - from drywall and painting to appliance installation, solar panel work, and specialized technical experience with hot tubs (Jacuzzi/Sundance brands) and heating systems (gas, pellet, and woodburning stoves). We also offer professional cleaning services for both residential and commercial properties to keep your spaces spotless and well-maintained.
Duane Haley has been in business since 1990. Here for all your stone needs Duane loves what he dose. With Duane Haley no job is too big or too small so call today!
Thank you for choosing Dengrey Builders, LLC We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n60+ years experience
Black Diamond Services is the state line's trusted handyman. With a life time of experience in home improvement, our company has the expertise to handle any project big or small. Call today to learn more about our current service offerings!
Chimney sweeps perform three levels of inspections:
Level One: This is a basic annual inspection, often a visual inspection during cleaning, which is the most affordable.
Level Two: This stage is ideal when selling or buying a home as it involves an inspection of the attic and roof, which is moderately priced.
Level Three: This is a very thorough inspection that should take place after major storms or earthquakes, which is the most costly type of inspection.
You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.
You can burn wood with oak wilt, as heat from the fire destroys the fungus, and smoke won’t threaten healthy trees. However, wood of unknown origin should be burned during the dormant season—do not store wood in the warmer months for the winter season. If you harvest oak, let it dry in the sun before transporting it elsewhere.
Soapstone wood stoves hold onto heat the longest, which means you can burn less fuel and enjoy the warmth for longer. Additionally, catalytic wood stoves include a catalytic combustor that can reduce emissions and create a cleaner burn no matter what the stove is made of. Of course, the most efficient wood stoves also tend to be costlier up front—but they can still save you money in the long run.
Pellet stoves are much more energy efficient than traditional fireplaces, and the pellets they burn create fewer emissions, leaving indoor and outdoor air cleaner. Plus, the biomass pellets are made from recycled materials, making them even more eco-friendly. You can also adjust the temperature of a pellet stove and go about most of your day without needing to tend to it.
The Bayfield, CO homeowners’ guide to fireplace services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
With a gas fireplace, it’s important to stay up-to-date on your inspections. Learn more about how much gas fireplace inspections cost before you book one.
Find out if you really need a chimney to install a fireplace in your home. This guide helps you understand your options, such as a ventless fireplace, when choosing the right fireplace for your home if you don't have a chimney.
