How to clean a wood stove chimney? A: The chimney is swept in much the same way, We use power sweeping technology to remove all the debris from the flue. This technique is safer and removes more of the soot and tar build up than traditional methods. Q: Chimney sweep how often? A: In the UK, a Chimney needs to be swept at least every year that it is in use, otherwise your home insurance may be invalid.
Q: How do you know when your chimney need sweeping? A: Simple! If you have not had your chimney swept in the last year then it should need to be swept and a safety check completed. Q: Can I have a fire the night before a chimney sweep arrives? A: You can have a fire in any open fireplace or stove but please remove all hot ash and allow it to cool before we get there.
Q: Why does my chimney need sweeping? Is it really necessary? A: Yes - for safety reasons, if nothing else. Sweeping your chimney will stop the build-up of creosote and soot which reduces the danger of chimney fires and other risks such as soot falls and blockages.
Q: How do you know when your chimney need sweeping? A: Simple! If you have not had your chimney swept in the last year then it should need to be swept and a safety check completed. Q: Can I have a fire the night before a chimney sweep arrives? A: You can have a fire in any open fireplace or stove but please remove all hot ash and allow it to cool before we get there.
Q: Why does my chimney need sweeping? Is it really necessary? A: Yes - for safety reasons, if nothing else. Sweeping your chimney will stop the build-up of creosote and soot which reduces the danger of chimney fires and other risks such as soot falls and blockages.
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Why settle for the old ways of sweeping a flue? Previously a client had only two choices when thinking of having a flue swept: the brush and rod or the line and ball methods. Both methods were stuck in the past, until now. They have been proved to be less than gentle to your chimney liner and its construction.
I would highly recommend Graham he was very friendly, helpful and tidy. He did a great job and even provided assistance by advising on a new cowl to stop squirrels coming down the chimney. Just moved into a new house with a log burner so rang GJP to get it swept and inspected before use. Graham is very professional, friendly and knowledgable.
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that has no smell or taste. Breathing it in can make you unwell, and it can kill if you're exposed to high levels. Carbon monoxide is produced when fuels are burned incompletely. Even burning your toast or chops! All these fuels are found in the domestic/recreational and working environment.
In total there are four levels of creosote: 1st Degree, 2nd Degree, and 3rd Degree creosote. The final stage, 4th Degree is as a result of a Chimney Fire. 1st Degree is a light, fine powder that tells us the system is burning well. 1st Degree can be cleaned without issue. This is usually swept away using power sweeping technology, and usually consists of soot, Ash and sulpher in the case of smokeless fuel.
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Val N. Tommy James
Nov 19, 2021
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Henry Cordy
Nov 06, 2020
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Lynn Foster
Jul 23, 2020
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Tahira Grayson
Nov 27, 2019
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Amit Patel
Jul 26, 2018
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I was VERY impressed by Karl/ KB Chimney Services. I found Karl on-line after having problems with my wood burner. Every step of my interaction from the phone call, to reminder call the day before and more importantly fixing my wood burner have been outstanding. I would highly recommend Karl and will be recommending his services to my friends and family!
Colin Witt
Aug 18, 2017
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Firoj Khan
Apr 09, 2017
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Craig Mitchell
Nov 30, 2016
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Top professional. We wanted a log burner installed but we did not know anything about them. He was very knowledgeable and took time to explain everything to us clearly. He quoted for full install which was very competitive, I could not find a cheaper log burner online. He completed the install of out log burner and we love it. We can't wait to sit in front of it in the Winter.
Thanks for a high quality service!
Thanks for a high quality service!
Simon Cowing
Sep 20, 2016
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Colin Downing
Jul 20, 2016
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Karl came today. Amazing service, such a nice guy gave me tons of information and really helpful. No mess !!!! amazing job . Really happy that we have found a fantastic company to clean our chimney ever year. Use this company and you will never look back. Sweep clear has our chimney for life. Thanks Karl and keep up the wonderful work
Heidi West
May 28, 2016
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Chris Clarke
Dec 24, 2015
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Andrew Palmer
Aug 31, 2015
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Karl knows his business inside out, he is very Friendly and approachable, and understands his trade very well. I would use again and will be definitely recommending him to friends and colleagues who have chimneys and open fires to be swept and maintained. He is a also one of life's truly nice chaps.
Stephen Hopkins
Jun 05, 2015
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