Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Applewood, CO
Chimney inspection in Applewood starts with one question most homeowners here eventually ask: is this original fireplace still safe to burn? Applewood’s mid-century ranch blocks carry a lot of 1950s through 1970s masonry fireplaces, and the cold foothills winters mean those fireplaces get worked hard. We inspect, sweep, and repair under one contractor, using professional-grade materials rather than whatever supply is cheapest. Our technicians have up to 14 years of experience, and we answer 24/7 at (888) 320-6023. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Why Applewood Homes Are Different
Applewood sits at the foot of the Front Range in unincorporated Jefferson County, ZIP 80401, and that location shapes almost every chimney call we get here. This isn’t a new-construction market. The housing stock is mostly 1950s-1970s single-family ranches and split-levels with original brick masonry fireplaces, many of them running clay-tile flues that no longer meet current code. Some newer infill has gone up along the Applewood corridor, but the older ranch blocks still set the tone for the work.
Then there’s the climate. Cold winters drive heavy heating-season fireplace use, so creosote builds up faster than homeowners expect. And the wildfire smoke seasons of 2020 through 2022, with the Marshall Fire just north in Boulder County in December 2021, changed the conversation here. Applewood sweeps now field a steady stream of calls from homeowners in the older blocks asking whether their aging clay-tile flues are fire-safe. That kind of post-wildfire safety-inspection demand didn’t really exist here a few years ago. It means the typical Applewood job is less about a quick brush-down and more about rehabilitation: reading the flue, judging the tile, and telling you honestly what can wait and what can’t. Because Applewood is unincorporated Jefferson County, permit questions run through the county rather than a city hall, so we point you to the right building department when a repair crosses that line.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Our Main Applewood Services
Most Applewood homeowners call us for two things: a sweep to clear the season’s buildup, and repair when an old fireplace finally needs attention. Here’s what each involves.
Chimney Sweep in Applewood
A sweep here is rarely just a brush and a bag. In Applewood’s mid-century ranches, we’re usually working on a masonry fireplace that’s held decades of heating-season fires, so the job means clearing creosote from the flue, removing ash and soot from the firebox and smoke shelf, and confirming the damper opens and closes the way it should. Given the heavy fireplace use that comes with foothills winters, buildup can be significant by the time a homeowner books. We work clean, protect the surrounding room, and tell you what we see as we go. Book a chimney sweep and you’ll know exactly what’s in your flue before the next fire is lit.
Chimney Repair in Applewood
Repair in Applewood tends to mean one of two things: a flue that’s lost its integrity, or masonry that’s been through too many freeze-thaw cycles. On the older ranch homes, we often find cracked or spalling clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or a crown that’s no longer shedding water the way it should. We handle the repair ourselves rather than handing you off, using recognized product lines like HeatShield ceramic resurfacing and DuraFlex flexible liners where they fit the flue. If you’ve been told you need work, ask for chimney repair and we’ll show you what the camera saw before anything gets recommended.
Chimney Inspection in Applewood
Chimney inspection in Applewood answers the question the older ranch blocks keep asking: is my original fireplace safe? Nearly every home on these mid-century streets has a masonry fireplace built decades ago, often with clay-tile flues that were fine by the standards of the day but don’t meet current code. Add heavy heating-season use through cold Front Range winters and the wildfire smoke seasons that deposited creosote and ash across the area, and you have a housing stock where an inspection is genuinely how you find out whether a fire is safe before you light it. That’s why we treat chimney inspection as a core offering, not an add-on. Some of these fireplaces have never been looked at beyond a quick sweep, and it shows.
Fireplace Inspection
Signs you need it
You’re using the fireplace regularly and can’t remember when it was last looked at, or you’ve noticed smoke drifting into the room instead of up the flue.
What it costs in Applewood
A fireplace inspection typically runs $89 to $199 here, and camera work on an older masonry unit falls toward the upper end of that range.
How we do it
We examine the firebox, damper, smoke shelf, and visible flue from the hearth, then check the exterior where we can reach it, and give you a written picture of what we found.
Chimney Flue Inspection
Signs you need it
A previous sweep told you the flue was “probably fine,” or your home is one of the older Applewood ranches with clay-tile lining that’s never been camera-checked.
What it costs in Applewood
Flue inspection with camera typically costs $149 to $299 depending on flue length and access.
How we do it
We run a video camera down the flue and watch for cracked tiles, gaps at the joints, offsets, and creosote glazing, and we record it so you can see the same thing we do.
Level 2 Chimney Inspection
Signs you need it
You’ve had a chimney fire, a change in how the fireplace draws, a recent home purchase, or smoke damage you want documented after a heavy wildfire season.
What it costs in Applewood
A Level 2 inspection usually runs $199 to $399 in Applewood, with documented camera coverage included.
How we do it
We inspect every accessible part of the chimney and venting, including the attic, crawl space, and exterior where reachable, and produce a photo report you keep.
What Chimney Inspection Costs in Applewood
| Item | Typical range in Applewood |
|---|---|
| Fireplace inspection | $89 – $199 |
| Flue inspection with camera | $149 – $299 |
| Level 2 inspection with photo report | $199 – $399 |
Does an Applewood home with an original 1960s fireplace need a camera inspection?
Usually, yes. Clay-tile flues from that era can crack or lose joint integrity without any visible sign from the hearth, and a camera is the only way to know.
How often should I have my chimney inspected in Applewood?
Once a year is the standard, and heavier use through cold winters makes it worth keeping to. Call (888) 320-6023 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Brands We Service in Applewood
We work with a curated roster of recognized industry brands, including HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco, so repairs are specified to the flue rather than filled with generic supply. We don’t stock parts locally. Tell us what’s in your chimney and we’ll confirm the right product and turnaround before booking. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Applewood |
|---|---|
| Fireplace inspection | $89 – $199 |
| Flue inspection with camera | $149 – $299 |
| Level 2 inspection with photo report | $199 – $399 |
| Standard chimney sweep | $129 – $249 |
| Chimney sweep with camera check | $179 – $329 |
| Creosote removal (heavy buildup) | $249 – $599 |
| HeatShield liner resurfacing | $1,200 – $2,800 |
| DuraFlex liner installation | $2,000 – $5,500 |
| Crown repair or rebuild | $350 – $1,200 |
| Tuckpointing and masonry repair | $400 – $1,800 |
In Applewood, price usually climbs when the flue turns out to be irregular, when heavy creosote needs more than a standard pass, or when freeze-thaw damage has reached the crown and masonry. We agree a flat price before we book, and the written estimate sets the final number.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Applewood
We work across the older ranch blocks and the newer infill along the Applewood corridor, and the drive to most of these streets is short. One note on timing: we dispatch Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm, and we’re closed Saturday, so a call that comes in on a Saturday gets booked into the next opening in that window.
- Applewood Village
- The blocks around Applewood Golf Course
- Older ranches off West 32nd Avenue
- Homes near the Applewood corridor
- Foothills-edge properties toward the county line
Service Area – Cities Near Applewood
Applewood sits between several communities we cover, and homeowners here often cross into the neighboring ones for work. If you’re near the edges, we also serve Golden, CO, Lakewood, CO, Genesee, CO, and Wheat Ridge, CO. Same contractor, same standards, whichever side of the line your chimney sits on.
Serving Applewood, CO – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Applewood and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Applewood
Yes. We work throughout Applewood, including the unincorporated Jefferson County blocks, so you don’t need to be inside a city limit to book. Call (888) 320-6023 with your address and we’ll confirm coverage.
Some do. Because Applewood is unincorporated, permit questions go through Jefferson County rather than a city office, and relining or structural masonry work often crosses that line. We’ll tell you when a permit applies before work is booked.
We answer 24/7, and we book into our dispatch window, Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm. Applewood is close to our service area, so scheduling is usually quick. We’re closed Saturday.
Your fireplace should be the safest room in the house, and in a market full of original masonry fireplaces, that means knowing what’s in the flue before you light another fire. We handle the sweep, the inspection, and the repair, with no referrals and no gaps in accountability. Call (888) 320-6023 for a free estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees. Talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you. The visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Applewood Customers Say
"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
- Bryce Miller"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
- Kelly Anderson"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
- Christine Tran