Here are some questions we get asked about chimney sweeping, fireplaces and wood burning stoves:
Why should I have my chimney swept?
Chimney Sweeps help in the prevention of chimney fires and reduce the risk of dangerous fume emissions from blocked heating appliances, flue-ways and chimneys - clean chimneys are safer and help your environment by assisting the complete combustion of the fuel, which in turn reduces smoke and emissions.
When should I sweep my chimney?
This depends on what you are burning -
Smokeless fuel - Every 12 months
Coal - Every 6 months
Wood - Every 3 months when in use.
You say you are a NACS chimney sweep, what does that mean?
NACS Chimney Sweeps undertake a rigorous training course and have to successfully complete a full assessment prior to becoming a NACS Member. All NACS Members must hold valid insurance for Chimney Sweeping, of which they provide a copy of to the Association on an annual basis. They must also have the correct equipment to be able to undertake the job which is checked at the time of their assessment. This means that you can be assured that your chimney sweep knows what he is doing and will sweep your chimney properly.
Do I need a Carbon Monoxide Detector?
New legislation requires that a carbon monoxide alarm is fitted in any room that is used partly or wholly as living accommodation which also contains any appliance which burns, or is capable of burning, solid fuel. This would include log and coal burning stoves and open fires, even if they are not normally in use, but does not include gas and oil boilers - We carry these at all times and ensure they are available to purchase.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to give Chris a call on 07782 196198.
Chimney Sweeps help in the prevention of chimney fires and reduce the risk of dangerous fume emissions from blocked heating appliances, flue-ways and chimneys - clean chimneys are safer and help your environment by assisting the complete combustion of the fuel, which in turn reduces smoke and emissions.
When should I sweep my chimney?
This depends on what you are burning -
Smokeless fuel - Every 12 months
Coal - Every 6 months
Wood - Every 3 months when in use.
You say you are a NACS chimney sweep, what does that mean?
NACS Chimney Sweeps undertake a rigorous training course and have to successfully complete a full assessment prior to becoming a NACS Member. All NACS Members must hold valid insurance for Chimney Sweeping, of which they provide a copy of to the Association on an annual basis. They must also have the correct equipment to be able to undertake the job which is checked at the time of their assessment. This means that you can be assured that your chimney sweep knows what he is doing and will sweep your chimney properly.
Do I need a Carbon Monoxide Detector?
New legislation requires that a carbon monoxide alarm is fitted in any room that is used partly or wholly as living accommodation which also contains any appliance which burns, or is capable of burning, solid fuel. This would include log and coal burning stoves and open fires, even if they are not normally in use, but does not include gas and oil boilers - We carry these at all times and ensure they are available to purchase.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to give Chris a call on 07782 196198.
