Services
Chimney Services in Colchester
Sweeping, flue cleaning, inspections and stove servicing for open fires, wood burners and stoves across Colchester and the surrounding villages.
Chimney Sweeping in Colchester
Rods and brushes through the full flue, soot bagged and cleared, hearth left as we found it.
What's included
- Full sweep of flue and chimney
- Soot sheet down to protect the room
- Vacuum of hearth and stove after
- Certificate issued on completion
- Advice on any draw problems found
We sheet off the hearth before starting so nothing gets marked, then work the rods and brush the full length of the flue to clear soot and any tar build-up. Everything comes down onto the sheet and is bagged and taken away, and we vacuum the hearth and surrounding area before we leave.
Once the sweep is done we check how the fire is drawing and flag anything that needs attention, whether that's a bird's nest, a cracked liner or just a build-up that's worse than usual. You get a certificate for your records and, if you'd like, a reminder when your next annual sweep is due.
Chimney Flue Cleaning in Colchester
The full length of the flue cleared so smoke and gases vent away properly instead of building up.
What's included
- Full-length flue clean
- Tar and creosote build-up removed
- Bird nests and blockages cleared
- Draw checked once clean
- Written note of anything found
A blocked or tarred-up flue stops smoke and gases venting the way they should, which is when you start getting smoke back into the room or a fire that won't draw. We work the rods the full length of the flue to break up and clear whatever's built up, including old creosote and any nesting material.
Once it's clear we check the draw is working properly before we finish up. If there's a structural issue behind the blockage, like a damaged liner, we'll tell you plainly what we found so you know what you're dealing with.
Chimney Inspections in Colchester
A close look up the flue for blockages, damage or wear before they turn into a bigger job.
What's included
- Visual check of flue and liner
- Looking for cracks or gaps
- Checking for blockages or nesting
- Checking stove or fire connections
- Plain explanation of what we find
Alongside a sweep, or on its own, we'll take a proper look at the condition of the flue and liner, checking for cracks, gaps or wear that could let smoke or fumes escape where they shouldn't. We're also checking connections at the stove or fireplace end are sound.
If we find something that needs sorting, we'll explain what it is and why it matters in plain terms, not just a report full of jargon. Where it's a straightforward fix we'll say so; where it needs a specialist, we'll tell you that too.
Stove & Fireplace Cleaning in Colchester
Glass, firebox and surrounds cleaned up so the stove or fireplace looks as good as it runs.
What's included
- Stove glass cleaned
- Firebox and baffle plate cleaned
- Ash and debris removed
- Surrounds wiped down
- Hearth left clean and tidy
Once the flue itself is swept, we turn to the stove or fireplace, clearing out ash and debris from the firebox, cleaning the glass so you can actually see the fire, and checking the baffle plate is sitting where it should. Surrounds get wiped down so nothing's left dusty or sooty.
It's a tidy-up job as much as anything, but it also gives us a chance to spot any wear on stove rope seals or fittings while we're in there, which we'll mention if it's worth keeping an eye on.
Wood Burner Servicing in Colchester
Checking the burner is running efficiently and talking you through keeping it that way.
What's included
- Flue and stove cleaned
- Door seals and rope checked
- Air controls checked
- Efficiency talked through with you
- Advice on fuel and burning technique
Beyond the sweep, we check the wood burner itself is set up to run efficiently, looking at door seals and rope, air controls, and how well it's drawing overall. A poorly sealed door or the wrong burning technique can mean more smoke and less heat for the same amount of wood.
We'll talk you through what we find and what, if anything, would make a difference, whether that's a seal that needs replacing, adjusting how you're loading the burner, or just burning better-seasoned wood.
Sweep Certificates & Reminders in Colchester
A certificate after every sweep, plus an annual reminder so it's one less thing on your mind.
How It Works
Three steps, no pressure
1
Call or message
Get in touch and tell us about your fire, wood burner or stove and when you'd like it done. We'll find a time slot that suits you.
2
We turn up on time
You'll be kept informed on our ETA so there's no waiting around guessing. We sheet off the hearth and get straight on with the sweep.
3
Sweep, check, certificate
We clean the flue, check everything's drawing properly, tidy up after ourselves, and hand you a certificate before we go.