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Chimney Fire: Definitive Guide

13 January 2024|

During the colder months, the allure of a crackling fireplace beckons; it’s crucial to acknowledge the potential dangers hiding within our chimneys. Chimney fires, more prevalent than commonly assumed, pose a serious threat to both [...]

Why Wood Burning Stoves Are the Eco Friendly Heating Solution

28 November 2023|

Why Wood Burning Stoves Are the Eco-Friendly Heating Solution In a world where sustainable living is becoming increasingly important, finding eco-friendly alternatives for everyday activities is a top priority. When it comes to heating your [...]

Common Misconceptions About Wood Burning Stoves

13 October 2022|

Modern fireplaces and wood-burning stoves provide a low-emission, renewable source of heat. Many people have developed a lack of confidence when it comes to wood-burning stoves due to how they affect the environment. Since 2015, [...]

The History Of Chimney Sweeps

13 September 2022|

Often, the first image that comes to mind when somebody mentions a child chimney sweep is a young boy covered in soot with a chimney brush draped over his shoulder. As entertaining as they may [...]

What’s the Best Fuel for a Wood Burner?

17 December 2021|

As the Winter is quickly approaching and the nights begin to get colder, many of us begin to crave the natural crackle and comfort of an open fire. Whether you already own a log burner or you’re [...]

I Can See Debris in My Fireplace, What Should I Do?

16 December 2021|

Nobody wants to come down the stairs first thing in the morning to a pile of debris in the fireplace. Unfortunately, it does happen, but there’s usually a very simple reason as to why, and [...]

How to Prep Your Fireplace For Cold Weather

9 December 2021|

There’s nothing better than cosying up to a crackling fireplace on a cold winter’s afternoon. As well as comfort, fireplaces are also an effective and cost-efficient way to heat your home. However, before you decide [...]

What Are The Different Types of Chimney Cowls?

3 December 2021|

What is a Chimney Cowl? A chimney cowl is a metal or clay ‘hat’ that sits on top of the chimney pot. There are many different styles of chimney cowl available, and they all serve slightly [...]

Why Choosing a Qualified Chimney Sweep Matters

3 November 2021|

Although on the top of our to-do lists, often the most important tasks get left to the last minute. The chimney is a popular example of this. Typically, the fireplace only really gets used in the winter [...]

Moved House? Your Guide to Looking After an Old Chimney

1 November 2021|

Buying a new home is one of life’s most exciting achievements. If you’ve scored a house with a beautiful traditional fireplace, we recommend you have a read through our guide to looking after an old [...]

Is Your Chimney Smelling? Here’s Why

19 August 2021|

What’s that smell? It’s not pleasant, is it? Only, it appears to be coming from the chimney, and this is the first time something horrible has wafted from there. Smells can emanate from chimneys for [...]

Why You Cannot Neglect Your Chimney!

17 August 2021|

As a homeowner, you’ve got enough on your plate, haven’t you? Can you really be bothered to keep an eye on something you can’t even keep an eye on? If you feel this way about your chimney, [...]

Party Wall Agreement: How Does it Affect Your Chimney?

27 July 2021|

Imagine spending forever renovating a property only to find that a party wall agreement ruins your plans. If a surveyor is appointed, they might refer to this as a ‘party wall award’, which is essentially [...]

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