Wilkins Chimney Sweep - Bedford

29/04/2026

Book now to avoid disappointment. Book online at sweepme.co.uk.

21/04/2026

It's essential that carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are installed in the right position and checked regularly. ✔️🚨

The HETAS series of CO safety videos is a great resource to help you understand all you need to know, from the appropriate positioning to the signs and symptoms of CO poisoning. Check them out now! 👇🔗

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03/04/2026

Wishing all our customers a very Happy Easter!
Now is a great time to get your chimney sweep appointment booked, please book online at https://www.wilkinschimneysweep.co.uk/sweep/east-bedfordshire or give us a call on 01767 680791.

01/04/2026

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is often referred to as the silent killer - as it can go undetected without an alarm. Recognising the signs and symptoms is important so you can stay safe! 🚨

Our third safety video covers the signs and symptoms of CO poisoning – follow the below link to our Advice Hub or visit our YouTube channel to view it. 👇🔗🎞️

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25/03/2026

We are excited to let you know that our new online booking service is working well. We understand that you're busy and you need a convenient way to book at a time that suits you. Visit www.wilkinschimneysweep.co.uk/bedford

12/03/2026

11/03/2026

Please visit https://www.wilkinschimneysweep.co.uk/sweep/bedford to book an appointment for a sweep.

Exposure to carbon monoxide (CO) deprives the body of oxygen, which causes illnesses that can be mistaken for a cold or the flu. The longer someone is exposed to CO, the more severe their symptoms become, and at high levels, can be fatal.

Don't let this be a warning too late - take some time to view our series of CO safety videos, covering everything from signs and symptoms to where to position your alarm.

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26/01/2026

Beat the rush and book an appointment…I can’t promise the sweep will be as cute as me!

23/01/2026

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05/04/2023

THE IMPORTANCE OF USING DRY WOOD
Burning wet wood will lead to an increase in smoke and emissions and produce little heat. It will also lead to a blackening of the stove glass and a build-up of soot in the chimney. Only logs with a moisture content below 20% should be used in a stove - and using dry wood also means that fewer logs are needed to produce the same level of heat. For more info take a look at the SIA website:
https://rpb.li/9sX

05/01/2023

USING YOUR STOVE'S CONTROLS
The single most important factor affecting the burn temperature is the way you use and control the stove.

If the air controls are shut down too much, the burning temperature drops and lots of pollution is produced. You may be completely unaware of this, so please take time to read the manufacturer’s instructions and understand them.

You can have a good stove attached to a good chimney and use nice dry wood but if you close the air controls too much, then lots of damaging pollution is produced. This process also wastes your fuel and soots up the chimney.

Source: https://www.burnright.co.uk