Services
Chimney Services in Martock
Chimney sweeping, wood and log burner servicing, open fire sweeps, CO alarm fitting and flue inspections, covering Martock and the surrounding towns.
Chimney Sweeping in Martock
Full brush sweep of the flue from grate to pot, clearing soot and loose deposits so smoke draws away cleanly.
What's included
- Dust sheets laid before any work starts
- Full brush sweep from firebox to chimney pot
- Soot and debris bagged and removed
- Flue checked before and after sweeping
- Certificate issued on completion
Every sweep starts with dust sheets down over the hearth and surrounding furniture, then a full brush through the flue from the firebox up to the pot. Soot and loose deposits are cleared and bagged, not left for you to deal with.
I check the flue before I start and again once it's swept, looking at how it's drawing and whether there's any sign of cracking, nesting or blockage. You'll get a certificate for your records once the job's done.
Wood Burner Servicing in Martock
Stove door seals, glass, baffle plate and flue collar checked and cleaned so the burner runs safely through winter.
What's included
- Door seals and glass checked
- Baffle plate removed and cleaned
- Flue collar and connections checked
- Stove body and glass cleaned
- Rope seals checked for wear
A service goes beyond the flue and looks at the stove itself, door seals, glass, the baffle plate and the collar connecting the stove to the chimney. Worn rope seals let heat and smoke escape, so I check these as a matter of course.
The baffle plate comes out for a proper clean, since soot builds up above it where you can't see. Everything goes back together properly before I leave, and I'll flag anything that needs replacing rather than just cleaning around it.
Log Burner Cleaning in Martock
Glass, firebox and flue collar cleaned of soot and tar build-up, with the surrounding hearth left spotless.
What's included
- Glass cleaned inside and out
- Firebox scraped and cleaned
- Ash removed and disposed of
- Flue collar and pipe checked
- Hearth and surrounds protected throughout
Glass gets a build-up of tar and soot that a quick wipe won't shift, so I clean it properly inside and out along with the firebox itself. Ash is cleared and taken away, not left in a pile by the hearth.
The flue collar and the first section of pipe get checked as part of the clean, since that's often where deposits gather fastest. Sheets go down over the hearth and nearby furniture before I start and stay down until I'm finished.
Open Fire Sweeping in Martock
Traditional open flues swept from the fireback up to the pot, with dust sheets down and soot cleared as I go.
What's included
- Dust sheets and sheeting laid throughout
- Full sweep from fireback to pot
- Soot and debris removed from the property
- Chimney pot and cowl checked
- Hearth left clean and clear
Open fires need a different approach to a stove flue, often wider, sometimes with bends or a register plate to work around. I sweep from the fireback right up to the pot, clearing soot as I go rather than pushing it all down at once.
The chimney pot and cowl get a check while I'm up there, since a blocked or damaged pot is a common reason for a smoky fire. Dust sheets protect the hearth and room throughout, and everything's cleared away before I go.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Fitting in Martock
A CO alarm fitted in the right spot for your room and appliance, tested before I leave.
What's included
- Alarm positioned to current guidance
- Fitted and tested on the day
- Battery and unit checked
- Can be added to any sweep visit
Position matters with a CO alarm, too close to an appliance or in the wrong spot in the room and it won't do its job properly. I fit it where it'll actually pick up a problem, following the current guidance for the room and appliance.
It's a straightforward addition to any sweep or service visit, tested on the spot before I leave so you know it's working. Worth doing if you don't already have one, or if it's been a while since yours was checked.
Flue Inspection & Health Check in Martock
A full check of the flue's condition and draw, flagging any repairs needed before they become a problem.
What's included
- Flue checked for cracks and damage
- Draw and airflow tested
- Blockages or nesting identified
- Written notes on any issues found
A health check looks at the condition of the flue itself, the lining, any joints or bends, and how well it's drawing, rather than just sweeping through it. This catches issues like cracking or nesting before they turn into a bigger job.
If I find something that needs attention, I'll tell you plainly what it is and why it matters, rather than leaving it for you to discover later. Most inspections turn up nothing more than a routine sweep, but it's worth knowing for certain.
How It Works
Three steps, no pressure
1
Call or message Graham
Tell him what you've got, wood burner, log burner or open fire, and roughly when it was last swept, if you know.
2
Date in the diary
He'll agree a day that suits you, Monday to Friday, and give you a straightforward price before he arrives.
3
The sweep
Dust sheets down, flue swept and inspected, CO alarm fitted if you need one, and everything left exactly as he found it, only cleaner.