Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

29/10/2026

🔥 A nice little stove installation in Newhaven today!

Something a little different from the usual black stoves!

Today we installed this Ecosy+ Rock Compact in Emerald Green, and I think the colour works really well against the rustic brickwork.

The customer already had a lovely brick fireplace with an arched opening and a substantial timber mantel, so we were able to retain all that character while introducing a modern, efficient wood-burning stove.

The Rock Compact is a great choice for smaller fireplace openings, offering a traditional appearance with modern Ecodesign performance.

I'm particularly impressed with the emerald green enamel finish. It's a subtle change from the usual matt black and gives the stove a bit of character without looking out of place.

All installed and commissioned, with the first fire lit and the customer ready for the colder weather! 🔥

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we're HETAS Registered Installers, specialising in professional wood-burning and multi-fuel stove installations, chimney lining, fireplace renovations and chimney sweeping.

If you're considering having a stove installed, we offer free site surveys, straightforward advice and competitive quotations.

📍Sussex, Surrey & Kent

📞 07891 784935

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

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24/10/2026

One thing I really like about the Hunter Herald Allure 5 is the air control system!

It's amazing how much control you have over the fire with such a simple adjustment.

You can really see the difference as you adjust the airflow, watching the flames respond almost immediately. From a lively, roaring fire to a much calmer, controlled burn.

It's one of those little details that makes a big difference when you're using a wood burner regularly.

The Hunter Herald Allure 5 is a cracking stove, and it's definitely becoming one of my favourites to install! 🔥

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

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24/10/2026

🔥 Out with the old, in with the new!🔥

A recent stove installation completed by Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, and what a difference a bit of work can make!

The customer wanted to get rid of their dated open fireplace and replace it with something a little more modern, without losing the character of the room.

We removed the existing fireplace and opened everything up ready for the installation of this lovely Hunter Herald Allure 5 wood-burning stove.

The new fireplace was finished with:

🔥 Hunter Herald Allure 5 – A fantastic-looking stove with a generous viewing window.

🖤 Honed black granite hearth – A lovely matt finish that works really well against the new fireplace.

🔨 Handmade bespoke trim – Made specifically for this installation to give the fireplace a clean, tidy finish.

🪵 Wooden mantel – Adding a bit of warmth and character to the finished fireplace.

I particularly like how the black granite, bespoke trim and natural timber work together. Nothing too complicated, just a nice, clean finish that suits the room.

And judging by the second photo, the stove is already getting plenty of use!

It's always satisfying taking an old fireplace that's seen better days and turning it into something the customer can enjoy for years to come.

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we carry out everything from complete fireplace renovations and wood-burning stove installations to chimney lining, servicing and sweeping.

We're HETAS Registered Installers, offering quality workmanship, competitive pricing and free site surveys for stove installations.

Thinking about replacing your old fireplace or having a wood burner installed? Feel free to get in touch!

📍 Sussex, Surrey & Kent

📞 07891 784935

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

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23/10/2026

Another fireplace brought back to life! 🔥

Recently completed this installation of a Hamlet Solution 5 Widescreen Ecodesign Multi-Fuel Stove, and I think you'll agree, it looks right at home in this fireplace!

The customer already had a lovely original fireplace with painted brickwork and a traditional timber surround, so there was no need to start ripping everything apart. Sometimes it's better to work with what's already there!

We installed the new Hamlet Solution 5 Widescreen, complete with a DuraFlue 904-grade stainless steel flexible flue liner, providing a new lined flue system for the stove.

The widescreen design gives a fantastic view of the flames, while the traditional styling works really well with the character of the existing fireplace.

It's always satisfying seeing an unused fireplace brought back into proper use, especially when the finished result looks like it was always meant to be there.

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we're HETAS Registered Installers, carrying out professional wood-burning and multi-fuel stove installations, chimney lining, fireplace alterations and chimney sweeping.

Whether you're looking to install a new stove into an existing fireplace or have a complete fireplace transformation in mind, feel free to get in touch for a chat and a free site survey.

📍 Sussex, Surrey & Kent

📞 07891 784935

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

OUR NAME GOES ON EVERY JOB.

22/10/2026

🔥 THE COLDER WEATHER IS HERE – IS YOUR CHIMNEY READY? 🔥

The temperatures are dropping, the evenings are getting darker, and wood burners and open fires are starting to earn their keep again! 🍂🔥

It's also the time of year when everyone suddenly remembers they haven't had their chimney swept!

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we offer much more than just chimney sweeping.

Our services include:

🧹 Rotary Power Chimney Sweeping – £65

🔥 Wood-burning & Multi-Fuel Stove Installations

🛠️ Stove Servicing & Maintenance

🏠 Chimney Repairs, Repointing & Flaunching

🌧️ Chimney Cowls, Caps & Pot Replacements

🔧 Flue Lining & Chimney System Repairs

📹 CCTV Chimney Inspections

📋 Free Site Surveys for Stove Installations

Every chimney sweep includes a thorough rotary power sweep, inspection of the appliance and flue, relevant safety checks and a sweeping certificate for your records.

Regular chimney sweeping and stove maintenance help reduce the risk of chimney fires, blockages and carbon monoxide problems, keeping your appliance operating safely and efficiently.

As a HETAS Registered Installer and HETAS Sweep & Service Technician, I take pride in providing quality workmanship, honest advice and a friendly, professional service.

Whether your chimney needs its annual sweep, your stove needs some attention, or you're thinking about having a new wood burner installed, we're here to help.

🔥 Don't leave it until you're ready to light the fire. Get your chimney checked and enjoy the warmth with peace of mind!

📞 07891 784935

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

📍 Covering Sussex, Surrey & Kent

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Wickenden Chimney Sweeps is a professional, fully insured chimney sweeping and stove installation service based in Sussex. We offer chimney sweeping, stove fitting and masonry repairs, and are fully registered HETAS installers and HETAS sweep technicians.

17/10/2026

A bit of teamwork on today's stove installation! 🔥🧱

Something a little different today, with the customer getting stuck in and preparing the masonry fireplace and hearth themselves, leaving me to take care of the stove installation.

And I think they've done a cracking job with the brickwork! 👌

The stove is a Woodford Pankhurst Medium, a lovely traditional-looking stove that fits perfectly with the rustic brickwork and timber mantel.

I'm a big fan of fireplaces like this. Nothing overly fancy, just good materials, a solid stove and a proper working fireplace. Sometimes that's all you need!
It's always nice when a customer puts their own time and effort into a project, and even better when you get to help bring it all together.

Another happy customer, and another stove ready for the colder months ahead! 🔥

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we carry out wood-burning and multi-fuel stove installations, chimney lining, fireplace installations and chimney sweeping.
Whether you've already prepared your fireplace or need the whole job taken care of, feel free to get in touch for a chat.

📍 Sussex, Surrey & Kent
📞 07891 784935
🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

OUR NAME GOES ON EVERY JOB.

17/10/2026

A bit of chimney stack TLC this week! 🧱🔨

Another chimney stack refurbishment completed by Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, and I'm really pleased with how this one has turned out!

The existing pointing had started to deteriorate, and the flaunching around the chimney pots had cracked in several places, allowing rainwater to find its way into the stack.

Rather than just patching up the problem, we gave the whole stack a proper refurbishment to get everything back into good condition.

Here's what we got up to:

🔨 Ground out the old mortar joints to a suitable depth, ready for repointing.

🧱 Repointed the entire chimney stack using a traditional weather-struck finish to help shed rainwater and protect the brickwork.

🏠 Removed and reseated the chimney pots, replacing where necessary.

🔧 Removed the old, cracked flaunching and replaced it with new, ensuring the pots were properly secured and sealed around their bases.

💧 Treated the entire stack with Stormdry masonry protection once the new mortar had cured, helping to prevent penetrating damp while allowing the brickwork to breathe.

It's always satisfying seeing the difference a proper repoint and refurbishment makes, especially when you know the work underneath is just as important as the finished appearance.

We don't just sweep chimneys! At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we also carry out chimney stack repairs, repointing, flaunching, chimney pot replacements and stove installations.
If your chimney stack is looking a little worse for wear, feel free to get in touch. I'm always happy to have a look and offer some advice.

📍 Sussex, Surrey & Kent
📞 07891 784935

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

OUR NAME GOES ON EVERY JOB.

11/10/2026

Out with the old, in with something a little more modern! 🔥

Yesterday’s job was a complete change of style for this customer's living room.

We removed the old, traditional open gas fire and fireplace and replaced it with this stunning Elgin & Hall Hartley 600 Micro Marble Gas Suite.

Quite a difference, isn't it? 👀

The old fireplace had plenty of character, but the customer fancied something a bit more contemporary, without losing that cosy feel of having a real fire.

The Hartley 600 was a great choice. Clean lines, a beautiful micro marble finish and a much more modern look that completely changes the appearance of the room.

The surrounding walls and flooring are still to be finished, but you can already see how different the room looks!

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we're not just about chimney sweeping and wood burners. We also carry out fireplace installations, helping customers find something that suits their home and their style.

Thinking about giving your fireplace a makeover? Get in touch for a chat about the options.

📍 Sussex, Surrey & Kent
📞 07891 784935
🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

OUR NAME GOES ON EVERY JOB.

08/10/2026

🔥 Another Wood Burning Stove Installation Completed! 🔥

Another installation completed by Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, fitting this fantastic Ecosy+ Panoramic 5kW Wood Burning Stove.

This DEFRA-approved, Ecodesign-compliant log burner is a great choice for homeowners looking for an efficient, modern wood burning stove with a large viewing window.

The Ecosy+ Panoramic 5kW features:

✅ 5kW heat output – ideal for heating a range of living spaces.

✅ DEFRA approved – suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning permitted fuel.

✅ Ecodesign compliant – designed for cleaner, more efficient burning.

✅ Large panoramic glass – offering a fantastic view of the flames.

✅ Slimline design – a wide stove with a shallow depth, perfect where space is limited.

For this installation, the stove sits on a sleek black hearth with a dark tiled heat shield, creating a stunning contrast against the natural timber wall.

🔥 Looking to have a wood burning stove or log burner installed?

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, we specialise in professional wood burning and multi-fuel stove installations, chimney sweeping and flue services across Sussex, Surrey and Kent

🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps – HETAS Registered Installer & Sweep

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27/09/2026

There’s a difference between sweeping a chimney and doing the job properly. 🔥

At Wickenden Chimney Sweeps, every job gets the same attention to detail, whether I’m carrying out a £65 chimney sweep or a complete stove and fireplace installation.

A standard chimney sweep is £65, and it’s far more than simply putting a brush up the flue.

Every sweep includes:
✔️ Professional rotary power sweeping
✔️ Appliance & flue inspection
✔️ Glass cleaned
✔️ Firebricks, baffle & door seals checked
✔️ Draught check
✔️ Advice on fuel, maintenance and performance
✔️ Sweep certificate issued for your records/insurance

I’m a HETAS Registered Sweep & Service Technician and HETAS Registered Installer, so if I spot something that needs attention, you’re getting advice from someone who also works on, services and installs these systems.

We also carry out wood-burning and multi-fuel stove installations, chimney lining and complete fireplace installations, all completed to the same standard and at competitive prices.

I’ve built Wickenden Chimney Sweeps around a pretty simple idea: do good work, charge people fairly, and put my name behind every job.

📍 Sussex • Surrey • Kent
📞 07891 784935
🌐 www.wickendenchimneysweeps.co.uk⁠

Wickenden Chimney Sweeps

OUR NAME GOES ON EVERY JOB.