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14/02/2026

๐Ÿ”ฅ Know Your Firewood: Check Before You Burn ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Using properly seasoned wood keeps your fire hotter, your home cleaner, and your chimney far safer. It also means fewer callouts for dangerous tar build-up.

Take a look at our guide below ๐Ÿ‘‡ and make sure your logs are dry, cracked, light, and ready for a clean burn.

Keeping your fuel right keeps your flue right.
Stay warm, stay safe, stay Sweep Safe. ๐Ÿชตโœจ

14/02/2026

With the prolonged wet and damp weather weโ€™re seeing, itโ€™s worth reminding homeowners of something simple but important.

Using your chimney helps keep it dry and functioning properly.

When a chimney isnโ€™t used for long periods โ€” especially in persistent rain and high humidity โ€” moisture can build up inside the flue. That damp can lead to:
โ€ข Poor draw
โ€ข Tar and creosote issues
โ€ข Deterioration of liners and masonry
โ€ข Damp smells and staining inside the property

Occasional, correct use helps warm the flue, encourages airflow, and drives out moisture. Combine that with seasoned fuel, good ventilation, and regular sweeping, and your chimney stays healthier for longer.

As always, if youโ€™re unsure about the condition of your chimney or flue, have it checked by a competent, registered sweep.

Dry flues are safer flues.

04/01/2025

How do you store your firewood correctly and safely? ๐Ÿชต๐Ÿ”ฅ

It is tempting to pile firewood near your stove or open fireplace for ease of access. However, like all combustible materials, logs should be stored safely away from the stove.

For more information, visit the HETAS Advice Hub by following the below link. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—

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02/12/2024

๐ŸŽ… Itโ€™s time to ensure that Santa can get down your chimney! ๐ŸŽ…
๐Ÿ  Getting your chimney swept regularly helps to keep your home safe from fire and carbon monoxide.
Check out some top tips: https://bit.ly/4beDiNe

30/09/2024

Why should you avoid slumbering your stove? ๐Ÿค”

It can lead to:
๐Ÿ”ด Sooty and/or dry deposits on the flue lining
๐Ÿ”ด Increased levels of carbon monoxide and particulates
๐Ÿ”ด Increased likelihood of condensation within the chimney

These problems will contribute to a risk of corrosion, ultimately reducing the lifespan of your liner. Find further guidance on our Advice Hub or contact your local HETAS registrant. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—

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31/05/2024

Do you know what paperwork and safety checks you need for your stove? ๐Ÿ”ฅ Whether your current home or new home has an appliance it's important to check you have the following:

โœ… Certificate of Compliance
โœ… Original appliance instructions manual
โœ… Latest chimney sweeping safety record
โœ… Servicing record

Head over to the HETAS Advice Hub for more information on what you need to check when moving home. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—

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27/04/2024

Looking for tips on getting your fire lit? ๐Ÿ‘€ Check out our Advice Hub, which details the traditional and top down methods. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—

Did you know... the top down method aids the flue to get up to temperature quickly, removes the need to open the appliance door to add fuel to the kindling, and leads to a more energy efficient burn. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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30/03/2024

As the clocks go forward tonight get ready for the lighter evenings by ensuring your stove is ready for spring ๐Ÿ’ฎโฐ

Make sure you've had your chimney swept and your stove serviced so you can safely cosy up in front of your wood burner on a rainy spring day or a cooler spring night ๐ŸŒƒโ˜”

Find your local sweep and service technician by using the postcode search on the HETAS website ๐Ÿ’ป๐ŸŽฉ๐Ÿงฐ

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Bootiful day for it over in Turkey Land Country! ๐Ÿงนโ˜€๏ธ๐ŸคŒ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ
16/02/2024

Bootiful day for it over in Turkey Land Country! ๐Ÿงนโ˜€๏ธ๐ŸคŒ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ

31/01/2024

Your stove requires responsible use to keep it running safely and efficiently. The fuel you burn, the airflow, and your burning practices all contribute to your environmental impact and your stove's efficiency. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

You'll find tips and guidance on burning responsibly and safely on our Advice Hub. ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ”—

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12/01/2024

Please donโ€™t store wood beside your stove๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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