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We use CCTV to inspect chimneys from top to bottom.  This ensures that your chimney is completely clear and safe to use. CCTV is a critical piece of equipment for a chimney sweep.  It can identify blockages including nests, soot build-up and other foreign objects that shouldn’t be there.   A mini camera can also highlightRead more

Dorset Chimney Sweep has recently attended a couple of call-outs from people who have had sweeps check (and charge) for a sweep without actually doing the job properly, or where they have wrongly advised the customer. This week we visited a customer in Dorset who couldn’t use her stove due to some sort of blockageRead more

Decorations can be pretty and festive, but Christmas can be one of the most dangerous times of the year for a fire. Placing decorations on and around your fireplace and mantelpiece can be a real hazard, not to mention an obstacle for Father Christmas! Be fire-safe and follow our tips for a safe and happyRead more

We recently went to see a customer who had issues with her stove – smoke was coming into her lounge and setting off the CO alarm, clearly risky and dangerous to both the customer and her home.    Unbelievably, four chimney sweeps had previously visited the property to sort out the smoke problem and alarm,Read more

History of chimney sweeps Traditionally, chimneys were cleaned by a master sweep, who took on apprentices (climbing boys). Climbing boys were usually orphans or from the workhouse and were trained to climb chimneys. This was a really dangerous and difficult job. As buildings became taller and more sophisticated, chimneys were grouped together.  This meant theRead more

Your chimney is put through its paces, and the top is exposed to all the elements all the time. A falling brick or chimney pot can do some serious damage. Do you know if your chimney is safe? As part of our inspection service, we use a drone to check the chimney from all angles.Read more

There’s nothing better than sitting in front of a roaring fire on a cold night but having to add more logs constantly isn’t so relaxing. Here’s a few tips to get your burner working effectively and efficiently. Always use dry, seasoned wood. The log may appear dry but it actually takes on average between 6-24Read more

We see a lot of stoves suffering from the effects of being used to burn all sorts of materials including cardboard, wrapping paper, envelopes, food wrappers and much more! This can cause unnecessary build-up on the glass door, and things like paper burn very quickly with the flames going into the flue, igniting any potentialRead more

Start them young!  Joe and Ben, Martin’s sons, are pictured here in their new branded Dorset Chimney Sweep t-shirts.  Gone are the days of sending young children up chimneys to sweep them, but we’ll happily train them up when they are old enough if they want to follow in their Dad’s footsteps!  

Have you got an AGA or Rayburn stove? If yes, when did you last get your flue swept? They MUST be swept even if they run on oil or gas. This article from the Guild explains why. We are experienced and qualified in all sweeps including AGAs and Rayburns. Contact us today for more information. Read more