Chimney cleaning by Master chimney sweep the Guild of master chimney sweeps.

You'll barely know we've been there yet have the confidence and the peace of mind that your fireplace will operate safely and at peak efficiency.

Power Sweeping!

While we powersweep in some instances, it is very important that the user is experienced and competent in it's application or the process may damage your flue. Powersweeping will void some flexible steel flue warranty's.

Beware if this is the only method offered to you.

Chimneys must be swept at least yearly to remove soot/creosote that can cause chimney fires.
Most chimneys are swept using the traditional method of rods and brushes which has worked for the past 150 years. The correct rods and brushes are chosen that best suit the particular flue type, as incorrect brushes/rods may damage the flue. Where traditional methods are not as effective specialised equipment is used. We are equipped for large inglenooks and older fireplaces and chimneys found in many listed buildings.
The exterior of the chimney, including the pot and cowl, will be inspected on every sweep. The smoke chamber and flue will then be assessed for cracks and breaches in the flue liner. Should a more thorough assessment of the flue be required a CCTV inspection can be carried out upon request.

A clean sheet is placed in front of the area with a special hearth sheet on top.

The opening is sealed using specialised foam inserts,

A modern high tech vacuum with 'HEPA' filters is inserted to prevent any soot from entering the room. The flue, smoke chamber and fireplace are then carefully and thoroughly cleaned, mostly from the bottom up.

While there, a ventilation test will be preformed to ensure the appliance has the adequate amount of air needed to operate correctly. A smoke draw test will also be carried out after sweeping is complete.

The fireplace surround, fireback can be refreshed upon request,

This can make a feature from your fireplace for the spring summer.

A certificate will then be issued and details of your chimney/appliance will be kept on file . This allows efficiency in the level of service provided for life time customers.

A a guideline you should have your chimney swept:

Wood burning fires	Quarterly when in use
Solid fuel fires	Once a year if using smokeless fuel
Solid fuel fires	Twice a year if using coal
Oil fires	Once a year
Gas fires	Once a year if cleaning is applicable

If you have a stove without a cleaning access door or soot box fitted, it may still be possible to sweep it by removing the baffle plate. Failing that an access door can be cut into the stove pipe and a 'gasket sealed' door fitted. This will allow easy access for cleaning and inspections in the future.

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