Chimney Sweeping & Woodburner Service
Why should you get your chimney swept every year?
As well as burning the best wood on the best appliance, it is vital to maintain the health of your chimney flue by having it swept once a year or more often if used regularly. The more regularly you use your fire, such as after a long winter, the more often you should clean your chimney
Logs contain various natural tars, resins and creosotes, the gases of which produce a natural flame. However, if you don’t burn your wood at a high enough temperature (and most of us don’t) these can line the chimney where they either clog the sides or come straight out of the top as pollutants causing unnecessary air pollution. They can also be a fire hazard causing over 100 chimney fires a year in the Bristol and Bath area alone, as well as damaging your chimney flue.
To summarise, have your chimney swept once a year to:
- minimize particulates released into the atmosphere
- maintain the working condition and efficiency of your woodburner
- avoid fire hazards, by removing soot and birds nests etc
- allow a certified maintenance of your wood burner/flue to assist with any insurance claims as well as validating the warranty on your woodburner
Deep clean and re-spray
Over time your woodburner may lose some of its shine and become scratched or faded in colour. We now offer a deep clean and re-spray service to get your woodburner looking brand new starting from £150.00 (inclusive of VAT). If you would like to get this booked in, please email us on sweep@wellseasonedwood.com and include an image of your woodburner.
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How to maintain your chimney and woodburner
It is really important to burn your wood on the best stove available and in the correct way. Use high quality kindling and natural firelighters, and certified firewood with a moisture content of less than 20% (ours is about 8-12%). Light your fire and open all the vents and close the door. Allow a 15 minute burn before adding further logs to establish your fire and then turn down the main room vent on the wood burner.
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How to book your sweep
Our diary is now OPEN and we are taking bookings. Bookings should take no longer than an hour and prices start from £70 per flue/chimney. There is a discount available for those with more than two chimneys in the same building.
Please email us sweep@wellseasonedwood.com, or use the contact form below, and include your full name, address, contact details and availability. We’ll confirm and get you booked in!
Alternatively, give us a call on 07751 929 293 to get booked in.
FAQs
Do I need my chimney swept?
HETAS recommends you have your chimney swept at least once a year, and in some cases, twice a year.
If we believe your chimney should be swept more than once a year then we will advise you of this. In nearly all cases, once a year will suffice.
Why should I have my chimney swept during the summer?
The best time to get your chimney swept is during the summer, when the burning season has ended.
1) Soot is very acidic. If soot sits inside your chimney all summer, it will eat away and reduce the life of your flue liner
2) Removing creosote will help prevent any smells coming from your fireplace during the summer months
3) If any issues are discovered during the sweep, you have ample time before the burning season begins to rectify these issues
How much does it cost?
Prices for a woodburner start from £70.00 and prices for an open fire start from £80.00. There is a discount available for those with more than two chimneys in the same building.
The price for a CCTV inspection start from £100.00.
Birds nest removal is £100, plus £60 per hour after the first hour.
How long will it take?
A typical sweep will take around 45 minutes for one chimney. We block out 1 hour for one chimney, to allow extra time if there are any issues.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, every customer will receive a certificate after their sweep. This is valid for 1 year.
What should I do if I have a cracked or damaged firebrick?
We can source and replace cracked or damaged firebricks. If our sweep has discovered the cracked brick during his visit, he will give you the option for us to source and quote a replacement part. Alternatively, if you are aware you need a firebrick replacing, then we can source this and replace it during your chimney sweep.
Will there be a mess?
You should not be left with a mess. Our sweep will have sheets to cover the floor and the appropriate cleaning equipment.
If you are concerned, or have a bright cream sofa or similar that sits next to the fireplace, then you can cover these before arrival for extra precautions.
Is your chimney sweep qualified?
Yes! Both of our chimney sweeps are qualified and have completed the training course with the National Association of Chimney Sweeps.
How do I move or cancel my appointment?
We understand that sometimes customers will need to move or cancel their appointment. If this is the case, please call us as soon as possible on 07751 929 293.
If you cancel with short notice, we won't have time to fill your slot and we will be left with a gap in our schedule. So please let us know as soon as you can so we have time to offer the slot to another customer.