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Q: Which way is open on a fireplace flue?

• <div><p>Your fireplace flue is open when the chimney is unsealed and open to the outside air and sky. That&rsquo;s why one of the best ways to figure out if your flue is open is to visually check for daylight inside of your chimney&mdash;or to feel for a draft, which may be generated by the difference in temperatures inside and outside of your home.</p></div>

Q: Do gas fireplaces need chimney caps?

• <div><p>If your gas fireplace is vented through a chimney, a chimney cap is highly recommended. While not all gas fireplaces require a traditional chimney, for those that use one, a cap provides several key benefits. It prevents rain, debris, and animals from entering the chimney, which can cause blockages or damage. A cap also helps prevent downdrafts that could push harmful gases like carbon monoxide back into your home. When installing a cap, ensure it is appropriate for a gas fireplace and does not restrict proper ventilation.</p></div>

Q: What are some safety tips for using and maintaining a pellet stove?

• <div><p>There are several maintenance tips you should take to ensure your pellet stove's safety and proper maintenance. You should vacuum the ash pan every week to prevent overflowing and clean the stove and surrounding vents every three to four months. It&rsquo;s also important to get a professional inspection every year and install a carbon monoxide detector close to your stove. Be sure to dispose of hot ashes in a closed metal container; store it outside, away from the house. Only use the pellets recommended by your stove's manufacturer, and follow any cleaning and maintenance instructions.</p></div>

Q: What are the most common chimney problems?

• <div><p>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Creosote buildup</p></li><li><p>Chimney blockage</p></li><li><p>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</p></li><li><p>Cracked chimney top</p></li><li><p>Damaged flashing</p></li><li><p>Flue liner damage or deterioration</p></li><li><p>Damaged chimney cap</p></li></ul><p>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </p></div>

Q: What are common issues found during a chimney inspection or cleaning?

• <div><p>Common issues discovered during a chimney inspection or cleaning include creosote buildup, cracked liners, structural degeneration or masonry degradation, and obstructions such as blocked flues or animal nests. These issues are potential safety hazards that can lead to combustion problems or poor air quality if not addressed.</p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2026
Nate does great professional work at a fair price. Would hire him for any masonry needs.
Johnson Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2026
What didn't this company do. Matt was awesome he built the roof on both my front porch and my back deck. He built a a door bookshelf which hides a clothes closet (I use for my yarn. He put up beams, layed my flooring, fixed my gutters, put trim up and installed my bathroom faucet. He is very...
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Reviewed in April 2025
We contracted with Adams Premiere Builders for our custom home in 2019. Nathan Adams worked with us diligently to ensure that we had the home we envisioned. We brought to the table many ideas, changed them up at times , and he made them come to life. Nathan is a hard worker, talented in his...
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Reviewed in March 2025
Fantastic. The best contractor I hired for this remodel project or ever for that matter. His work is above the rest. He does it right the first time, efficiently and beautifully. He’s also honest and trustworthy. Hire him and you will not regret it.
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Reviewed in December 2024
No project was to big for Robert! I had total of 6 tall elm trees that Robert and his company was able to service , four that needed to be taken down and two that needed to be trimmed. All the trees were in bad shape with YEARS of growth and neglect, many hanging over my, my neighbors homes,...
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Reviewed in February 2024
We were very happy with all the work David had helped us with. He is very honest and trustworthy. David is a very capable person. He understands the workings of a ranch and can repair what ever is necessary. He is a good welder and is great on machinery.
Hey Dave Handy Services
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The work done by Louis was amazing! We had some trees come down on our power lines and needed a electrician rather urgently. My husband was really satisifed with the way Louis handled things and we would certainly recommend him to anyone!
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Reviewed in December 2022
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Reviewed in November 2022
We hired Reno to build a greenhouse utilizing his own ideas and design to fit our space. The final product is a beautiful addition to our property and I expect it will provide for us for many years to come.
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Ashes Away

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair+6 more

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

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.

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+6 more

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Franco fireplaces was great. Absolutely would recommend."

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Response time1 day

Response rate88%

77 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything is going great. Also added some other equipment such as app controlled door locks, etc."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Cortez Home & Office, LLC

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a chimney cleaned. They where prompt, polite and reasonably priced. Good customer service."

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Response time2 days

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Leuthold Sandblasting

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Gas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Repair

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Leuthold Sandblasting provides mobile sand and other media blasting from Durango on the Western Slope and from Longmont in the Denver and Boulder area. We work in industrial, commercial and residential settings. Leuthold Sandblasting began in Boulder in 1975 and has been in the sandblasting business ever since. Over the years we've moved from cleaning buildings, inside and out, to everything from bicycles to hotels. We've blasted stone, wood, concrete, and metal. Leuthold Sandblasting works in mainly in Colorado, but does occasional jobs in Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Leuthold Sandblasting text and graphic signs on natural and milled stone, as well as blasting on softer media, wood, beadboard and glass as Written in Stone. Leuthold Sandblasting and Written in Stone have completed projects of heroic size: from playgrounds, parks to massive monolithic signage. Please examine our photo gallery. We welcome inquiries.

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The Brick Doctor LLC.

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace - Install+3 more

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

The Brick Doctor is here to make house calls for all of your concrete, brick and stone needs. We take pride in the quality of our work and offer excellent customer service with superior work ethics.

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Magnetic Services LLC

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Magnetic Services, we provide dependable garage door services homeowners can trust, built on honesty, integrity, and quality workmanship. Our skilled team is committed to keeping your garage door operating safely and smoothly, whether you need a repair, replacement, installation, or routine maintenance. From broken springs and damaged panels to opener issues and full garage door upgrades, we handle every job with care and expertise. We combine local, personalized service with reliable support, allowing us to respond quickly and provide solutions that fit your homes needs. At Magnetic Services, our goal is to exceed expectations and be your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and long-lasting garage door service. Call today!

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Virgil Morgan

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Cortez, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

At Virgil Morgan we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Your fireplace flue is open when the chimney is unsealed and open to the outside air and sky. That’s why one of the best ways to figure out if your flue is open is to visually check for daylight inside of your chimney—or to feel for a draft, which may be generated by the difference in temperatures inside and outside of your home.

If your gas fireplace is vented through a chimney, a chimney cap is highly recommended. While not all gas fireplaces require a traditional chimney, for those that use one, a cap provides several key benefits. It prevents rain, debris, and animals from entering the chimney, which can cause blockages or damage. A cap also helps prevent downdrafts that could push harmful gases like carbon monoxide back into your home. When installing a cap, ensure it is appropriate for a gas fireplace and does not restrict proper ventilation.

There are several maintenance tips you should take to ensure your pellet stove's safety and proper maintenance. You should vacuum the ash pan every week to prevent overflowing and clean the stove and surrounding vents every three to four months. It’s also important to get a professional inspection every year and install a carbon monoxide detector close to your stove. Be sure to dispose of hot ashes in a closed metal container; store it outside, away from the house. Only use the pellets recommended by your stove's manufacturer, and follow any cleaning and maintenance instructions.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

Common issues discovered during a chimney inspection or cleaning include creosote buildup, cracked liners, structural degeneration or masonry degradation, and obstructions such as blocked flues or animal nests. These issues are potential safety hazards that can lead to combustion problems or poor air quality if not addressed.

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