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 most regions over the years. In England chimney fire incidents reduced by 16.29% in comparison to last year and represent approximately 1.5% of the total fires for 2023-24.
There were 2126 reported chimney fires in England from April 2023 to March 2024. The peak season for chimney fires continues to be between January – March with statistics identifying that 40% of chimney fires in England take place over these three months, coinciding with the period where people will be using their stoves the most.
Having your chimney swept regularly is essential to prevent chimney fires and ensure proper ventilation. A clean chimney allows smoke and fumes to escape safely, reducing the risk of a fire igniting in the buildup of soot and debris. ProSweep Devon is you local company that provides professional chimney sweeping services in, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Torquay, Chudleigh and Moretonhampstead and surrounding areas.
Call ProSweep Devon on 01626 832051 to book your sweep today.
