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Clean air is a hot topic at the moment (no pun intended!).  There has been a lot of chat around wood burning stoves, and whether they should be banned. The government has just published its strategy.  HETAS, of which we are a member, has summarised a lot of the information here, it makes for anRead more

Summer is here finally! We’re looking forward to warmer weather, long days, BBQs, and just being outdoors.  But please always remember to be fire-aware!  Smouldering embers, a discarded cigarette, an unattended BBQ, a campfire, a broken piece of glass – all of these can lead to a devastating fire.  Cheshire Fire has some great infoRead more

Here at Dorset Chimney Sweep we always expect the unexpected when we receive a call about a blocked chimney. We’re finding it’s not just nests and birds that cause chimney problems. Vegetation such as this plant we removed from a chimney can be just as damaging. Once rooted, they can damage the mortar, which canRead more

Chimneys come in all shapes and sizes.  But they all have one thing in common. They need regular sweeping. And not just sweeping.  Regular inspections will identify any potential problems, from a build-up of creosote, to cracks in the chimney or pot, to birds nests and cracked bricks or glass.   All of the above areRead more

Now the weather is warming up nicely, it’s the ideal time to get the chimney and stove inspected and cleaned.  In the same way you give your house a spring clean, your chimney and stove should receive the same treatment!   Why spring clean your chimney? A thorough clean during Spring will get rid ofRead more

Chimney sweeping is our game, but we also carry out other services, maintenance and repairs to chimneys, stoves and appliances.  This includes: Removing and replacing chimney pots We also replace the flaunching (the mortar that holds the pot in place).  If it becomes cracked or weakened, it can let water in, which could lead to theRead more

Spring has sprung and we are celebrating with an offer you can’t miss! We will carry out a standard sweep for you for only £45.00* Contact us today for more information or to book.   * Terms and conditions: The offer applies to both new and existing customers The offer is for a standard chimney sweepRead more

Standard chimney sweeping gets rid of soot build-up, but sometimes tar and creosote can build up in the flue as well (caused by moisture and smoke when the chimney cools), which can’t be removed by a normal sweep and brush.  We are one of the few trained chimney sweep specialists in Dorset to offer aRead more

The science bit You’d think it’s simple.  Just through a log on the fire and watch burn. Wrong!   Burnright has an interesting article on the science behind burning wood and what happens if you get it wrong.  Read it here:  https://burnright.co.uk/what-to-burn/wood-as-fuel/    Dorset Chimney Sweep supports the Burnright campaign, an initiative to help everyone useRead more

In this damp, cold weather, it’s tempting to put damp or wet wood on the fire, especially if there aren’t any dry logs.  Don’t do it!  It can lead to harmful emissions, which as well as damaging to the environment, can be dangerous to your health. Always use seasoned wood on your log burner or open fire.  Read more