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There were 2,540 reported chimney fires in England from April 2022 to March 2023. Regardless of what type of chimney you have, or even if it's lined, it will still need regular sweeping.
Regular sweeping prevents chimney fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, early detection of issues, improved draft and efficiency, prolongs the life of your chimney/liner, helps you comply with a lot of house insurance policies & reduces smoke and odours
Soot is acidic in nature and if left in your chimney or liner and the internals of your log burner or stove causing damage, sweeping and regular maintenance will help prolong the life of your chimney and saving you money in the long run. Replacing a liner or lining a chimney is not cheap.
The best way to prove a chimney is being maintained is to show evidence such as a chimney sweep certificate. This helps you comply with a lot home insurance polices.
Whatever you do, don’t try to clean your chimney yourself. Use a professional, accredited chimney sweep. They can inspect your chimney properly and give you a certificate when done.
As well as getting your chimney swept, you should also check the structure is all safe, well-maintained and up to the challenge of coping with modern heating appliances. We suggest lining your chimney if it isn’t already, which should be done by a qualified and certified chimney engineer.
More information can be found on the HETAS website
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Insurance Companies selling house insurance want to know if a chimney being used in a property is being properly maintained. Some insurances wont pay out on the back of a chimney fire with out proof of a sweep. Regular sweeping helps identify any issues early, helps prevent chimney fires & carbon monoxide poisoning.
The best way to prove a chimney is being maintained is to show evidence such as a chimney sweep certificate. We provide a HETAS proof of sweep certificate.
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The main reason to have your chimney swept at least annually is safety. Over time, creosote, soot and builds up within the chimney. If not removed it can ignite leading to a chimney fire
A clear chimney is more efficient, as creosote and soot build up it narrows the flue and causes a obstruction, obstructing the smooth flow of smoke and gases leaving your appliance. Sweeping your chimney regularly guarantees it will be running at its best.
Taking regular care of your chimney or liner will extend its lifespan, the accumulation of creosote, soot, sulphur along with weather elements can accelerate the wear and tear of your chimney.
Some insurance policies require proof of regular chimney maintenance and sweeping. By adhering to an annual sweeping schedule and keeping records of the service via a sweep certificate, you ensure that your home insurance remains valid and fully covers potential damages that may arise in the worst case.
Keeping your chimney clear of any deposits or debris will help with any odours
Due to a build-up of soot, creosote, and other flammable substances, an unswept chimney is a fire risk. Lighting your fire with an unswept chimney puts you in danger and can have devastating consequences. The CO gases that occur with any burning fire must be able to escape through the chimney to keep your property safe. Not sweeping your chimney can cause blockages, leading to highly dangerous gases re-entering the room.
Sweeping a chimney greatly increases the safety of your appliance by ensuring harmful gases can escape and no flammable materials stick around in your chimney
Yes we supply a certificate to prove the sweep has been completed, at times we also may have to issue warning notices if the appliance is deemed unsafe.
This certificate will help you comply with your home insurance policy.
Regular chimney inspections are important to detect any potential issues before they become major problems. We provide comprehensive chimney inspections to identify any issues and recommend the best solutions.
Yes we are fully insured for the work carried out. We have full liability insurance, including employee liability insurance to cover any incident.
If a fault occurs during sweeping, this is not the fault of the sweep; for a chimney and items connected to the installation to be considered fit for use, it must be in such condition that it can be safely cleaned and tested. If damage is caused during sweeping, this suggests an underlying fault which simply was exposed by the sweeping process.
