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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.

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

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

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

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?

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

Chimney Fire Safety Week begins soon! The annual campaign will run from Monday 2nd September – Sunday 8th September 2024. This campaign strives to raise awareness of chimney fires and the appropriate actions you can take to reduce your risk. Chimney fires have been steadily decreasing in

As the summer days wind down and the autumn chill sets in, residents of Bovey Tracey and Newton Abbot should be preparing to cozy up by a crackling fire. But before you light that first fire of the season, it’s crucial to ensure your chimney is clean

It’s Heating Up Out There!It’s Heating Up Out There! As the summer heat builds, some peculiar things can start happening to your chimney. Some are easy to spot, while others go unnoticed. Here’s what to look out for… 1 – Your Room Starts Smelling of Soot Chimneys