Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Customers say: True professional
"Franco fireplaces was great. Absolutely would recommend."
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Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Anthony was extremely professional and did an amazing job on my fireplace. He’s super knowledgeable and won’t sell you anything you don’t need or try to scare you into purchasing something you don’t need! I’m hiring him again to replace my fireplace doors. I HIGHLY recommend him!"
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Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1964
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Offers commercial services
"Jake came out to service our gas fireplace. He did a great job! Highly recommend!"
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. Daniel was absolutely pleasant to work with and professional. He and his team were awesome! They came on time to cut down two large elm trees we had. Unfortunately with the circle of life, the trees were on their way out. He gave me his honest professional opinion and got to work. They were super efficient, polite and did an amazing job. I highly highly recommend these guys. You will not be disappointed."
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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"They did an exceptional job and provided valuable (and fair) insight on the level of cleaning / inspection needed for various chimneys throughout our home. Would definitely recommend."
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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With over 15 years of experience, Chimney Cricket is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!\n
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
Sweeping Across Colorado is a family owned and operated business with over 15 years of experience in cleaning, repairing and maintaining chimneys. If you?re looking for a chimney cleaning, repairs, or want to install a new fireplace or insert, give us a call for superior services and honest prices.\n\nOur goal is to provide our commercial and residential customers complete peace of mind knowing that their chimney is in safe and proper working order for maximum enjoyment.
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
In business since 1988
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Credit card accepted
"Showed up on time and repaired fireplace in an hour."
Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"Excellent! Fireplace is back on! Very thankful!"
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Serving Usaf Academy, CO and surrounding areas
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"It went very well he did a very good job was very nice and gave me goid information on taking care of my stove and how to take xare of it an i will use him next year at this time"
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Start with a professional inspection. If damage is limited to a few bricks or the crown, a targeted repair helps keep costs and disruption to a minimum. Severe leaning, widespread mortar failure, or major fire damage usually signals it’s time for a complete teardown and rebuild. Your contractor will outline both price tags, but remember that rebuilding a failing stack is often cheaper than repeated patch jobs and the water leaks or fire hazards they allow.
Cracks provide water with an easy path into the masonry, weakening the bricks and mortar and increasing the risk of collapse or fire. Gaps can also let hot gases and sparks escape into attic spaces. Call a chimney pro as soon as you see cracking so they can seal small joints or recommend a larger rebuild before minor damage turns into a costly emergency.
Smoke rolling back into the room often indicates a blocked flue, a broken damper, or a drafting issue. Have a sweep inspect the damper, flue liner, and any obstructions right away. Most fixes involve clearing debris, repairing the liner, or adjusting the damper so the fireplace pulls air correctly. Don’t light another fire until a professional pinpoints the cause and confirms your system is venting safely.
Most policies cover chimney repairs caused by a sudden, covered event, such as lightning, a fallen tree, or a house fire. They won’t cover damage that stems from neglected maintenance or everyday wear. Review your policy or contact your agent before scheduling work to determine what documentation your insurer requires and what costs you will be responsible for.
Component life spans vary. Clay tile or cast-in-place liners last close to 50 years, while stainless-steel liners last 15 to 20 years. Mortar requires attention every 25 to 30 years, while crowns last 50 to 75 years. Use these numbers as a maintenance roadmap: schedule regular inspections, budget for future upgrades, and replace parts before age-related cracks develop into more significant problems.
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