Chimney Sweep
Because of our familiarity with the devastation that can result from a chimney fire, our sweeps do more than just ensure that chimneys are secure. Chimneys, fireplaces, stoves, and vents are all inspected and evaluated by our professional chimney sweeps by national and local fire and safety laws. We can sweep any chimney and do any necessary repairs, including brickwork, plastering, and relining. We take great pride in training novice chimney sweeps to ensure they adhere to industry standards and educating homeowners and building maintenance personnel on how to properly care for your wood-burning stoves and fireplaces.
When to get your Chimney Cleaned
A chimney's primary function is to vent harmful gases like carbon monoxide and smoke from your building. Even though most chimney sweeps will tell you to have your chimney cleaned only once a year, there are seasons when you should have it done more frequently. Whether or not your chimney needs cleaning depends on variables including the kind of firewood you burn and how often you use your fireplace. But that's not all; there are other symptoms that indicate it's time to clean your chimney. The presence of excessive smoke in the room after the fire is lit, as well as the development of unpleasant scents or a rush of chilly air from the chimney when the fireplace or stove is not in use, are usually signals that it is time to have the chimney swept. Another sign that it's time to clean your fireplace is if the fire is not blazing as brightly as usual or if it takes a long time to get going once it does.
Potential Causes of a Clogged Chimney
Blockages are a common problem for chimneys in homes. Several potentially fatal problems might arise from ignoring a clog, including the build-up of toxic fumes, a fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning. If you think your chimney might be blocked, it's best to have one of our experts take a look at it. There are many causes for a blocked chimney. Many animals, including birds, like to nest inside chimneys, which can cause major blockages if they decide to make your chimney their permanent home. Also, perhaps there is too much creosote build-up on in your chimney, causing its performance to falter. A lack of a chimney cap, which prevents leaves and twigs from falling into the flue, can also lead to significant obstructions.
Keep your chimney clean to lessen the release of smoke and harmful gases
Clean chimneys are free of creosote and soot, allowing smoke to be expelled safely into the open air. A build-up of soot and creosote is hazardous because it is combustible and can reach temperatures of 1,000 degrees Celsius if ignited, posing a serious threat to the building's structure and chimney and increasing the likelihood of a complete fire. A well-functioning chimney will breathe in the fresh air, providing the fire with plenty of oxygen. As creosote and soot accumulate in the chimney, less oxygen can get to the fire, reducing its efficiency.
Professional Chimney Sweeps
Our team of experts is equipped to clean any chimney blockage. We can access your chimney with the right equipment and remove the obstructions blocking it. Both major and minor issues with your chimney can be identified and fixed by us. Get your chimney back in working order with the help of our highly trained technicians. We're happy to be of service to the people of Canterbury, Kent, and consider ourselves an integral part of the community. We are experts in our field and employ cutting-edge tools to ensure success in all that we undertake. Therefore, you can rest assured that we will give your chimney and house the respect they deserve.