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Shawn's Chimney Sweep & Stove Company
4.1(
46
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These guys were great. They were on time and were friendly and professional along with taking time to answer my questions regarding my fireplace. They cleaned up after cleaning my fireplace and it looked a lot better then I thought I cleaned it. I definitely would recommend Shawn's Chimney Sweep and Stove Company off of my experience, and would hire them again to work on my fireplace."
Wood Stove Installation
Wood Stove Installation
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tierra Encantada Landscape
4.6(
11
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went amazing! The work was done perfectly and very efficiently. The team was great and very professional. They did exactly what I wanted and had pictured in my head! I would highly recommend for any flagstone or yard work you need done!"
Landscaping Project
Synthetic grass and brick walkway
Landscaping Project
Synthetic grass and brick walkway
Landscaping Project

+25

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Capital Landscape Solutions
4.9(
9
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Joe and his crew did an amazing job on installing some flagstone for me. They were very professional and punctual, they accommodated all the requests I had! Will definitely be calling them for more work."
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project

+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southwest Style, Inc.
3.0(
425
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Serving Los Alamos, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From my sales rep, Lorne Spelrem and my Project Lead, Scott Whitmore to my constrruction remodelers. Brandon Martinez and Oliver Perez....I say THANK YOU so much. Every one was very professional. All questions answered with much knowledge on the time and materials. The workers were very respectful of my home and everything was installed professionally and cleaned up afterwards. I would highly recommend Dreamstyle for your next home project. Debbie J"
Patio Enclosure
Sunroom with view of the Sandias
My Portfolio
My Portfolio
My Portfolio

+9

Response time2 days
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Chimney caps are necessary both from a building safety standpoint in most municipalities and to keep your home protected from a variety of issues. Chimney caps are not only mandated by building code in most areas, but they also serve to keep squirrels, raccoons, and other pests out of your home, as well as snow and rain. Therefore, they help to avoid property damage, making them a worthwhile investment.

While hardwoods are the best woods to burn, a few types of woods should be avoided when burning. Wood that has not had time to season, or “green wood,” should be avoided. The extra water in the wood makes it smoke horribly, which is not a quality you want. Additionally, it’s best to avoid any wood that is manufactured or has been treated, including coated or sealed wood, painted wood, or pressure-treated wood. These woods have chemicals that will be released into your air when burned and can cause health problems.

Yes, in most cases, you can remove a fireplace while keeping the chimney. This process requires sealing the chimney at the bottom where it connected to the fireplace and capping it at the top. It is essential to consult a chimney professional or inspection specialist beforehand. They will need to determine if the chimney's structural integrity is sufficient to remain safely in place without the support of the fireplace.

Wood is classified as either hardwood or softwood. For firewood, hardwoods are generally the best choice as they tend to burn longer, hotter, and produce less smoke than softwoods. Recommended hardwoods include oak, hickory, maple, cherry, ash, beech, birch, elm, and walnut. Oak is a particularly good option as it's widely available, slow-burning, and doesn't produce much smoke or sparks. Some woods, like oak, hickory, and cherry, also emit a pleasant scent. It is best to avoid softwoods such as eucalyptus, poplar, and willow, as they create a lot of smoke and have a high moisture content that makes them difficult to light and burn efficiently.

The best style of chimney cap for a brick chimney is one that fits tightly around the brick top of the chimney. The cap should have a screen to fully enclose it to keep animals out. The best materials include stainless steel, copper, or aluminum that fit tightly or are custom fabricated for a perfect fit on your chimney.

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