When leaves start piling up on Orchard Street, so do calls from Englewood’s older-home owners, usually after a chimney fire, a split flue, or water stains where last winter’s freeze-thaw cycles did their damage. The catch? Most wait until smoke rolls back into the room or the damper sticks shut. That’s when bills triple. We’re scheduling inspections now to catch trouble before it turns into a headache. Our crew is licensed, insured, and knows pre-1980 brickwork inside out. We’ll diagnose the real problem and give you straight answers, no extra services sold.
Myth: ‘My Chimney’s Fine If It Lights’: What Englewood Homeowners Miss
Most Englewood homeowners assume if their fireplace lights, the chimney is clear. Wrong. Older brick chimneys, especially those near the foothills where moisture lingers, hide problems until it’s too late. Last month, we inspected a 1920s home on Glenarm Street where the liner had separated from the masonry, trapping creosote behind it. By the time they noticed soot in the living room, the repair bill was $2,100. A $120 inspection in September would’ve caught it. anchor If your chimney’s over 30 years old, book a Level 2 inspection before your first fire. anchor for same-day slots.
The #1 Fall Chimney Sweep Mistake in Englewood: Skipping the Liner Check
Englewood’s older homes often have single-wall metal liners installed in the 1970s, long past their lifespan. These rust, crack, and let carbon monoxide seep into homes. We see it every fall: homeowners who’ve had their chimney swept but ignored the liner. Last week, a Greenwood Village resident’s gas fireplace (yes, even gas needs a liner) failed because the old liner had corroded. The fix? A stainless-steel liner installation for $1,800. A $300 inspection in August would’ve saved them $1,500 in emergency repairs. anchor explains why liners are non-negotiable in older homes. anchor has a quick DIY check for rust spots.