Firewood needs to be stored correctly to prevent it from becoming damp, decaying, and posing a fire hazard. This guide explores best practices for both indoor and outdoor storage, ensuring your wood stays dry and ready to burn efficiently. Storing Firewood Indoors (in Small Quantities) While it’s
Read more →January to March: The Peak Months for Chimney Fires During the colder months of January to March, the number of chimney fires tends to spike. According to recent statistics, approximately 40% of chimney fires in England occur during this period. This increase aligns with the higher use
Read more →After the Christmas holidays, it’s time to take down the decorations and dispose of your Christmas tree. Burning a real tree in a fireplace or stove is extremely dangerous. Fire Risk: Tree needles can cause sparks, and the high resin content leads to fast and explosive burning.
Read more →As the season of mince pies, quirky Christmas jumpers, and Slade Merry Christmas Everybody on repeat is well and truly here, ProSweep would like to extend our warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We truly appreciate your trust, support, and possibly your
Read more →Despite the widespread use of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, a recent study has highlighted a significant safety issue: nearly 10% of wood-burning stove owners have either never tested their CO alarms, can’t remember the last time they tested them, or haven’t tested them in over a year.
Read more →We want your chimney sweeping experience with ProSweep to go smoothly and efficiently. You will find these simple steps will help us to get the job done with minimal disruption: 1. Ensure Access to Your Property Please ensure that you or someone else will be available to
Read more →It’s the first week in November and still fairly mild but as winter draws on, many of us look forward to cozying up by a warm stove. However, a common challenge can be lighting a stove when the chimney is cold. This isn’t a sign of a
Read more →Wanting to quickly find a chimney sweep might not always be the best option. Autumn and winter are peak seasons for chimney sweeps, so it’s no surprise that waiting lists can be long. While some people may be disappointed by this, it’s actually a positive sign. A
Read more →Busy Schedules, Busy lives, Busy Chimneys! Book Your Sweep Now with ProSweep Devon Life gets busier every year, and keeping your chimney clean shouldn’t add to the stress. Here at ProSweep Devon (www.prosweepdevon.co.uk), we’ve seen a surge in demand for our chimney sweeping services. Why the Wait?
Read more →ProSweep Devon, your trusted, local chimney sweep based in Bovey Tracey, shares his expertise on the optimal time for chimney sweeping. With years of experience in chimney sweeping in Devon, he recommends scheduling chimney sweeps during the shoulder seasons, typically spring and autumn. These periods offer a
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