Services
Chimney Sweeping Services in Guildford
Sweeping, inspections, relining and stove servicing across Guildford - carried out cleanly, with honest advice if anything needs further work.
Chimney Sweeping in Guildford
Dust sheets down, brushes and rods through the flue to clear soot and debris, floors left as found.
What's included
- Dust sheets laid before starting
- Brushing and rodding of the flue
- Soot and debris removed and bagged
- Smoke or draw test after sweeping
- Certificate issued on completion
I lay dust sheets around the hearth before I start, then work brushes and rods up through the flue to clear soot, tar and any debris that's built up since the last sweep. Everything comes down and gets bagged straight away, so nothing ends up on your carpets or furniture.
Once the flue's clear I run a draw test to check it's pulling properly, and talk you through anything I've noticed while I was up there. Most chimneys need sweeping once a year, and I'll tell you honestly if yours can wait or needs doing sooner.
CCTV Inspections in Guildford
A camera on a rod run up the flue to check for cracks, blockages or damage the eye can't reach.
What's included
- Camera survey of the full flue length
- Recorded footage of the inspection
- Cracks, gaps and blockages identified
- Findings explained in plain terms
- Advice on any repairs needed
I feed a camera up the flue on a rod to see the full length of it, not just what's visible from the fireplace or the pot. It picks up cracked liners, gaps in brickwork, debris or nesting material that a standard sweep or a torch from below would miss.
I'll show you what the camera's picking up as I go, and explain in plain terms what I'm seeing and whether it matters. If there's a problem, you get a clear picture of what it is before any work is agreed.
Flue Relining in Guildford
Advice on lining a damaged or unsuitable flue so smoke and fumes draw away safely.
What's included
- Assessment of the existing flue
- Advice on the right liner for your appliance
- Explanation of why relining is needed
- Guidance on next steps and fitting
- Support through the process
If a CCTV inspection or a sweep turns up a cracked, unlined or unsuitable flue, I'll talk you through what that means and what your options are. A damaged flue can let smoke, tar or fumes seep into the brickwork or the room, so it's not something to leave.
I give straightforward advice on what type of liner suits your stove or fire and the flue itself, and point you toward getting it fitted properly. I'd rather tell you what's actually needed than talk you into work you don't.
Woodburner Servicing in Guildford
Sweeping the flue and checking the stove itself so it burns cleanly and safely all season.
What's included
- Flue swept clear of soot and creosote
- Door seals and rope checked
- Baffle plate and glass inspected
- Air controls and vents checked
- Advice on fuel and burning habits
Woodburners need more than just a swept flue - I check the door seals, the rope, the baffle plate and the glass while I'm there, since a stove that's not sealing properly will burn fuel less efficiently and put more soot up the chimney.
I'll also have a look at how the stove's been used and burning, and give you honest advice on fuel and habits if I think it'll help it run better. It's a service best done annually, alongside the sweep.
Bird Guards & Cowls in Guildford
A guard or cowl fitted to the chimney pot to keep birds, leaves and rain out of the flue.
What's included
- Guard or cowl fitted to the pot
- Sizing checked against the flue
- Existing debris cleared first
- Guard secured against wind and weather
- Advice on the right type for your chimney
Jackdaws in particular like to nest in open chimney pots, and a blocked flue is a fire risk as well as a nuisance. I fit guards and cowls that keep birds and debris out while still letting the chimney draw properly.
Before fitting anything I clear out whatever's already built up and check the pot and flue size, so the guard fits properly and doesn't restrict the draw. It's a straightforward job that saves a lot of hassle later in the year.
Pre-Sale Chimney Checks in Guildford
A sweep and inspection of the chimney and flue ahead of a sale, purchase or let.
What's included
- Full sweep of the flue
- Visual and camera check of condition
- Written summary of findings
- Advice for buyers, sellers or landlords
- Certificate issued on completion
If you're buying, selling or letting a property, I'll sweep and inspect the chimney so you know exactly what condition it's in before anything's agreed. It covers the same ground as a routine sweep, with a proper look at the flue's condition on top.
You get a written summary of what I've found, which is useful for solicitors, landlords or your own peace of mind. If there's a problem I'll explain what it is and what it would mean to put right.
How It Works
Three steps, no pressure
1
Call or message
Get in touch and tell me what you need - a routine sweep, an inspection, or something you're not sure about. I'll ask enough to know what's involved.
2
Free survey
I'll come and take a look at the chimney and flue, talk you through what I find, and give you honest advice on what needs doing.
3
The work
Dust sheets down, the job done properly and cleanly, and everything explained before I leave - no mess, no surprises.