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  The short answer is NO!   With lots of misinformation being published, many people with wood burning stoves are confused. While no ban is on the horizon, new regulations are coming into force.  Wood burners are often blamed for high pollution levels; however, modern burners emit far fewer particles than older versions and open firesRead more

As with everything these days, log burner owners also have rules to follow on what you can and can’t do, from where to install it safely to what you can burn sustainably and safely. As HETAS and Guild of Master Sweep members, we take these rules seriously too to ensure the safety of our customers,Read more

Dorset Master Sweep has become the only company in Dorset to employ a female, fully Guild-qualified sweep. Dorset Lady Sweep, Jenna Lee is also one of only 15 female sweeps in the country, following completion of her training with the Guild of Master Sweeps, the industry’s recognised training and standards organisation. Working alongside husband andRead more

On a recent visit to a lovely property, we discovered that the chimney liner had disconnected from the stove. This could lead to all sorts of problems, including damage to the chimney itself. Without a full inspection, this safety defect would have gone undetected. Contact us today to get your chimney safety-checked and ready forRead more

This is a perfect example of how quickly a flue can end up with a blockage of creosote and tar, which will lead to damage to the liner and potentially a chimney fire. The owners of this stove were keen slumberers – this means that they would load up the stove overnight with wood andRead more

We carry out sweeps in any property, from small open fires in cottages, apartments or bungalows, to multiple projects in large historic buildings, and everything in between.  Martin Lee is fully trained and insured to £5million, which includes thatched properties and listed buildings.   Contact us today for a no-obligation quote or for more information. Read more

When you buy a new property, you’ll go through the usual inspections and checks to make sure its safe and worth the cost. But do you have the chimney checked? Get the chimney checked, inspected and certified to ensure it is safe and free of any defects or problems.   Dorset Master Sweep offers aRead more

As Spring is upon us, we’re offering customers (new and existing) a chimney sweep for only £48.  As the weather warms up – hopefully – we’ll be using our fires less, so it’s the ideal time to get them swept and cleaned, ready to use when needed.   We also offer a range of related servicesRead more

Decorations can be pretty and festive, but Christmas can be one of the most dangerous times of the year for a fire. Placing decorations on and around your fireplace and mantelpiece can be a real hazard, not to mention an obstacle for Father Christmas! Be fire-safe and follow our tips for a safe and happyRead more

This isn’t something you see every day – a video of a nest removal from a chimney, shot from above.  We were called to a house to remove this nest.  This nest was extremely large and obstructive and would have caused real problems had the fire been in use.Read more