Upon arrival there should be clear access to the fireplace or boiler to be services and an area of at least 6ft square if possible in front of the appliance to lay tools and carry out the sweep.

We also ask that all ornaments/valuables are removed from the hearth area and mantel pieces so we can attach our special sheets to seal the fireplace/stove opening.

After the sweeping has been carried out, advice will be given if needed on how to burn better and get the most out of your appliance.

A smoke test of every appliance/flue swept is also carried out to ensure that there is sufficient draught and air permeability into the room serving that appliance. We will ask that all doors and windows are shut whilst this is carried out. This test also ensures no products of combustion will spill out into the room which ultimately could pose a carbon monoxide risk if they did.

Depending on what type of fuel you burn will depend also on how often you should sweep and inspect your flue system serving your appliance. These are the industry recommended intervals for sweeping.