A beautiful fireplace adds cosiness and warmth, but proper maintenance is key for safety. In homes of all sizes, it’s important to regularly inspect and sweep your chimney. But it’s not a DIY job.
Booking a professional chimney sweep is crucial for safety, efficiency, and peace of mind. At Humphrey & Crockett, we offer our local expertise to homes in Andover and surrounding areas in Wiltshire, Berkshire and Dorset, so you can sit back and enjoy your fireplace.
Why Cleaning Your Chimney is Important
Don’t let cleaning your chimney become an afterthought. Did you know that it can have harmful buildup which can become flammable?
Creosote is a tar-like compound that builds up in your chimney because of incomplete combustion of wood or fuel. It’s created while burning fuel and can become a fire hazard and also reduce your chimney’s efficiency.
Chimneys can also become blocked because of bird nests, leaves or other pieces of debris. They can cause long-term issues such as restricting airflow and posing a flammable hazard. Bad ventilation can also cause toxic gas buildups, which creates an extra risk.
These issues are reasons why calling in a professional chimney sweeping service is essential.
Key Benefits of Regular Chimney Sweeping
Fire Prevention
An effective chimney sweeping service removes the dangerous creosote deposits that can ignite fires, making your home instantly safer. It also reduces the risk of fire spreading to upper floors by removing buildup and debris in the upper area of the chimney.
Fireplaces are a common feature across the UK, but finding a local chimney sweep in Andover is vital to complete the job more quickly, reducing any ongoing risks.
Improved Air Quality and Fireplace Efficiency
A clean and clear chimney instantly improves airflow and makes your fireplace more efficient. The clear fireplace means a hotter and cleaner fire, for better air quality in your home. It also prevents smoke from backing into your home, which can be harmful to inhale and cause soot to build up.
A more efficient fireplace keeps your home warmer for longer while reducing your heating bills.
Peace of Mind
Keeping a clean and clear chimney can give you peace of mind that your home is protected. A professional chimney sweep service will provide you with certification which can help protect you from liability in case of fire damage.
Annual Chimney Sweeping for Landlords
Another consideration is if you’re a Landlord and you’re renting out your home or your buy-to-let property. If the rental property has a working fireplace, you’re required to ensure the chimney is swept before the new tenant takes on the property.
Humphrey & Crockett provide certification to show that the chimney is safe and swept, covering you and your tenant for a period of a year.
Local Expertise and Speedy Service
Choosing a local chimney sweep in Andover and surrounding areas means they have knowledge of local homes and they’ll be able to respond to emergencies or last-minute call-outs more efficiently.
Humphrey and Crockett provide chimney sweep services across the region, providing a tailored service for each client. The team of experts has knowledge of cleaning and clearing a large variety of chimneys in various homes across the South of the UK.
How Often Should You Book a Chimney Sweep?
If you have an open fire or wood burner, you should call a professional chimney sweep once a year. If you use your fire heavily, then twice a year is ideal to prevent creosote buildup.
You can pre-book your service with Humphrey & Crockett for peace of mind.
