Services
Chimney Sweeping in Doncaster
HETAS qualified sweeping, camera surveys and smoke testing for log burners and traditional chimneys across Doncaster, done cleanly with the mess bagged up as I go.
Chimney Sweeping in Doncaster
Manual and rotary sweeping for log burners and open fires, cleared to HETAS standard.
What's included
- Manual brush sweep of the flue
- Rotary cleaning for tougher deposits
- Soot and debris bagged up
- Fireplace and hearth area protected
- Certificate issued after the sweep
I sweep the flue by hand as standard, working from the fireplace or stove up through the chimney to clear soot, tar deposits and any debris that's built up since the last clean. For log burners this usually means removing the baffle plate first so I can get right up into the flue, then checking it goes back correctly afterwards.
Where the deposits are heavier or the flue's had a run of solid fuel, I'll use rotary cleaning to get it properly clear rather than just knocking the loose soot down. Everything gets bagged up as I work so there's no mess left on your carpets or hearth, and you get a certificate confirming the sweep's been done.
Camera Survey in Doncaster
A camera run up the flue to check its condition and show you exactly what's there.
What's included
- Camera passed through the full flue length
- Live footage of the flue interior
- Checks for cracks, blockages or damage
- Footage available to view on request
- Recommendations based on what's found
A camera survey lets me put a lens right up inside the flue so we can both see its actual condition, rather than relying on guesswork. It picks up things a standard sweep wouldn't show, like hairline cracks in the liner, old bird nests or debris further up, or where a flue has narrowed over time.
It's particularly worth doing before fitting a new stove, if you've just moved into a property and don't know the chimney's history, or if something's been drawing badly and a sweep on its own hasn't explained why. I'll talk you through what the camera picks up and what, if anything, needs doing about it.
Smoke Test & Report in Doncaster
A smoke test to check the flue is drawing properly, with a written report you keep.
What's included
- Smoke pellet or smoke test carried out
- Draw checked at the fireplace opening
- Any leaks or blockages identified
- Written report provided
- Advice on any remedial work needed
A smoke test involves introducing smoke at the base of the flue and watching how it draws, which shows whether the chimney's pulling properly or whether smoke's escaping where it shouldn't. It's a good way of confirming a flue is safe and functioning before it's put into regular use, particularly after any building work nearby or a long period without a fire.
Once the test's done I put together a written report covering what I found, so you've got something on file for insurance, for a HETAS installation, or just for your own records. If the test throws up an issue I'll explain what's causing it and what your options are.
Rotary Cleaning in Doncaster
Powered rotary sweeping for flues with heavy tar or soot build-up that a brush alone won't shift.
What's included
- Rotary head sized to the flue
- Multiple passes for stubborn deposits
- Removes tar and glazed soot
- Mess bagged up throughout
- Flue left clear and drawing freely
Some flues, particularly those used a lot over winter or fed with damp wood, build up a harder, glazed layer of soot and tar that a standard hand brush struggles to move. For those I use a rotary system with a head matched to the flue size, working it through in passes until the deposits are properly broken down and cleared.
It's a thorough job rather than a quick pass, and I'll keep going until the flue's genuinely clear, not just visibly tidier. As with every sweep, everything that comes down gets bagged up as I go so your hearth and surrounding area are left clean.
Servicing & Parts in Doncaster
Stove and fireplace servicing, with worn parts replaced where the appliance needs it.
What's included
- Rope seals and gaskets checked
- Worn parts identified and replaced
- Stove glass and door checked
- Baffle plates and firebricks inspected
- Advice on keeping the appliance running well
Alongside sweeping, I check over the stove or fireplace itself, looking at things like door seals, rope gaskets, firebricks and baffle plates that wear down with regular use. A seal that's gone will let air leak in and affect how the stove burns, so it's worth catching early rather than living with a fire that won't draw properly.
Where parts need replacing I can sort that as part of the visit, so you're not left waiting on a separate appointment. It's all done alongside the sweep, so the appliance gets looked at properly rather than just having the flue cleared.
Friendly Advice in Doncaster
Straightforward guidance on looking after your chimney and stove between sweeps.
What's included
- How often to sweep for your fuel type
- Signs your flue needs attention
- Correct wood moisture for burning
- Care between appointments
- No-jargon explanations of any issues found
A lot of chimney problems come down to how a stove's used day to day, so I'll talk you through things like burning properly seasoned wood, not overloading the firebox, and what to watch out for between sweeps. It's advice based on what I actually see going wrong in flues around Doncaster, not generic guidance off a leaflet.
If anything comes up during the visit, whether that's from the camera survey, the smoke test or just what I notice while I'm sweeping, I'll explain it in plain terms and let you decide what you want to do about it. No pressure to book extra work you don't need.
How It Works
Three steps, no pressure
1
Call or message
Give Tom a ring or drop a message with your postcode and what you've got, log burner or open fire, and roughly when you last had it swept.
2
Free quote
Tom will talk through what's needed and give you a free quote over the phone, then arrange a time that suits.
3
The work
Tom sweeps the flue, bags up all the mess as he goes, and leaves your home exactly as he found it, just with a clean, safe chimney.