Hodgsons Chimney Sweeps

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

Failed pressure test in Dartmouth today — smoke isn’t meant to come out of the roof.

If it can leak out, fumes can leak in.
Get your chimney checked 🔥

16/02/2026

🔥 A Chimney Sweep Isn’t Just for Christmas… 🔥

Your chimney works all year — and so do soot, moisture, and bird nests.

Regular sweeping = safer fires, better performance, and fewer repairs.

Don’t wait for winter rush 👇
👉 https://www.hodgsonchimneysweep.co.uk/a-chimney-sweep-isnt-just-for-christmas/

Family-run since 1964.
Book early. Stay safe. Burn better. 🔥

Most people think about chimney sweeps when the nights draw in, the fire’s lit, and Christmas is around the corner. But the truth is — chimneys don’t wait for December. One spring morning, a customer called in a panic. Birds nesting in the flue, smoke backing up, the room smelling of soot.“I...

10/02/2026

Well that’s a first for me, stove door opened followed by a waterfall 💦💦

25/01/2026

🧱 Chimney Sweeping in Islington, London 🧹

Another classic London property ticked off today in Islington.

Many of these Victorian and Edwardian homes still have original flues, and even if the fireplace isn’t used regularly, soot, debris and historic blockages can still build up over time.

🔍 Why regular chimney sweeping matters:
• Prevents chimney fires
• Improves airflow and stove/fire efficiency
• Identifies hidden issues early (cracked liners, blockages, bird nests)
• Essential for safety, insurance and peace of mind

Whether it’s a working open fire, a log burner, or a long-unused chimney, a proper inspection and sweep makes all the difference.

📍 London, Devon & beyond
🔥 Fueling your fires since 1964

22/01/2026

Today was a good example of why a thorough chimney and appliance inspection is just as important as the sweep itself 🔍🔥

Behind the scenes we found cracked firebricks, deteriorating components, blockages and a significant build-up of debris that isn’t visible during day-to-day use. Issues like these can affect draw, efficiency, and most importantly safety ⚠️

Regular inspections allow problems to be identified early, helping prevent smoke issues, carbon monoxide risks, and costly repairs later on 💨🛑

If your stove or open fire hasn’t been properly inspected recently, it’s worth getting it checked — peace of mind goes a long way when you’re dealing with fire in the home 🏠🔥

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16/01/2026

16/01/2026

🔥 First of all… welcome to 2026! 🔥

It’s been a real mixed-bag week on the tools to kick the year off. We started the week sweeping multiple commercial flues at the Cary Arms, making sure everything was clean, safe, and running as it should.

We wrapped things up this morning with a specialist clean on the wood-fired pizza oven flue at Rock Gardens — a completely different setup, but just as important for safety and performance.

From large commercial systems to busy catering appliances, no two weeks are ever the same — and that’s exactly how we like it 🔥

📍 Covering Torbay & South Devon

06/01/2026

We always try to find the best deals for customers! Use the code below for a 10% discount on your log order 🔥🔥

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26/12/2025

Good day.

I’m Mr Sootington — stitched together in Paignton and now riding in the van with Hodgsons Chimney Sweeps.

I keep an eye on chimneys, safety, and occasionally on Danny.

More adventures to follow

26/12/2025

🦡 The Story of Mr Sootington

Deep in the heart of Paignton, stitched together by lamplight and patience, Mr Sootington was brought to life by local seamstress Patricia Page.

Using scraps of wool, felt, and careful craftsmanship, Patricia set out to create something more than a toy. She built a companion for the trade — a reminder of the old ways, when chimney sweeping was about care, pride, and doing the job properly.

From his tiny top hat to his soot-stained boots, Mr Sootington carries the spirit of generations of chimney sweeps before him. He’s seen cold mornings, warm hearths, and the quiet satisfaction of a flue left clean and safe.

Today, Mr Sootington stands as a small symbol of trust, tradition, and a job done right — watching over fires, families, and homes, just as he was intended to from the very beginning.

21/12/2025

Thank You & Merry Christmas from Hodgsons Chimney Sweeps

As we head into Christmas, I just want to say a huge thank you to all our customers for your continued support throughout the year. It genuinely means a lot to a small, family-run business like ours.

🎄 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your families.

We are still open for bookings and enquiries over the Christmas period, but we’ll be back on the brushes from Monday 5th January.

If you’d like to get booked in for the New Year, feel free to get in touch and we’ll get you scheduled in.

Thanks again for choosing Hodgsons —
Fueling Your Fires Since 1964

Danny