Craig The Chimney Sweep

17/03/2026

Tip for Tuesday
Have you got a carbon monoxide alarm fitted if not you should have and if so when was the last time you tested it? It should be checked every month. Contact us if you need stove maintenance or a sweep.

10/03/2026

Tip for Tuesday
If you notice cracks in the fire brick in your stove don’t worry, until you can get a pound coin in the crack it’s then time to look at changing the brick in question.
Contact us if you require stove repairs and sweeping.

03/03/2026

Tip for Tuesday

Recommended Sweeping Intervals
• Wood burning stove – at least once per year
• Wood used regularly – every 6 months
• Smokeless fuel – once per year
• Bituminous coal – twice per year
Your chimney should also be checked after any change of fuel.
Look After Your Stove or Multifuel Appliance

24/02/2026

Tip for Tuesday

Burn at the Correct Temperature
There should always be enough air entering the appliance to allow the fire to burn at a suitable temperature.
Burning too slowly or with the air controls closed down can:
• Cool the flue gases
• Cause tar and creosote to form
• Increase the risk of chimney fires
A properly operated appliance should produce a warm flue and a clean, efficient burn.

17/02/2026

Tip for Tuesday

Using Your Stove Air Controls Correctly
If your appliance has two air controls:
• Top air control – generally used when burning wood
• Bottom air control – primary air inlet for coal or smokeless fuels
If your appliance has only one air control, this is usually a dedicated wood-burning stove.

16/02/2026

16/02/2026

People always ask us how to clean the glass on a stove
1 When you empty the ash pan get some damp kitchen paper and dip it in the ash (only use wood ashes as coal ash can scratch the glass)
2 Rub the damp ash on the glass (rub hard on the stained parts of the glass)
3 When the glass is dry buff with dry kitchen paper

Contact us if you require a stove maintenance or a sweep.

10/02/2026

Tip for Tuesday test your wood is under 20% moisture before you burn it , please DM us if you need a sweep or maintenance on your stove.

09/02/2026

Local chimneys swept this week