May 1st has a special place in the hearts of chimney sweeps across the world. It’s a day of celebration, a day where we can let our hair down and enjoy ourselves. But what’s the story behind this annual celebration? May 1st, also known as May Day,
Read more →Increased flexibility of alternative fuel payments, so more households will be supported with their energy bills Great news for those who bought their winter fuel in advance last year! The government has announced a 3-month extension for providing evidence of fuel purchases to qualify for the £200
Read more →Many of us are guilty of leaving it until the last minute to stock up on winter fuel, whether it’s coal, heating oil, or logs. But with a little planning, you can save money and avoid the panic of a last-minute phone call to your supplier. One
Read more → UK Government’s 2023 Environment plan does not ban wood burning stoves Following the recent publication of the UK Government’s 2023 Environment Plan, there has been some confusion and misinformation surrounding domestic wood burning. However, we can confirm that wood burning stoves are not going to be
Read more →The UK Government recently released its updated Environment Improvement Plan for 2023, which takes a closer look at the 25 Year Environment Plan. The new plan outlines the government’s efforts to improve the environment, and one of the key points it addresses is the issue of domestic
Read more →The top down firelighting method. The traditional method of firelighting has been around for centuries, but advancements in technology have allowed for the evolution of the process. With more efficient wood burners, less heat is lost up the chimney and more is radiated into the room. The
Read more →I’m busier than ever and I’m sure it’s down to current energy bills that keep rising and we’re all desperate to hold off putting the heating on to keep warm I regularly get asked about stove installations (which I don’t do, so I can offer truly independent
Read more →Christmas has come and gone, it will soon be 2023 and it is time to pack up the lights and decorations, dispose of your tree, and return your home to normal life. While you can store all of your decorations in the attic or the back of
Read more →Well, the pre-Christmas rush was absolutely manic this year! The phones were ringing off the hook along with emails coming through at all times of the day or night, with people desperate to have their chimneys swept in time for Christmas –we worked to the full to
Read more →Traditionally Small Business Saturday takes place during the first weekend of December – this year it’s on the 3rd of December 2022. It’s a nationwide event designed to support and promote the millions of small businesses across the UK. It has been running for the last nine
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