The Importance of Checking the Chimney When Buying a New Home
When purchasing a property in Cambridge or the surrounding areas, the chimney often receives insufficient attention during the buying process. While this might seem like a minor oversight, it could lead to significant expenses and safety concerns after moving in. Having a Guild of…
Why is it important to have your annual chimney sweep?
Regular chimney sweeping is crucial for maintaining your home's safety and efficiency. As Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps certified professionals serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we understand the vital importance of proper chimney maintenance. Fire services across the UK consistently report that poorly maintained chimneys…
Protect Your Home from Chimney Fires
When it comes to your family's safety, preventing chimney fires is crucial. As Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps certified professionals serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we've seen firsthand how regular maintenance can prevent dangerous chimney fires.
Chimney fires remain a significant concern across Cambridgeshire, particularly in period properties and…
Chimney Lining - Victorian Chimneys
As HETAS-registered and Trading Standards Approved chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we regularly inspect and maintain Victorian chimneys across our region. These distinctive features of period properties require specific expertise to maintain safely.
Victorian Chimney Construction
Victorian chimneys, particularly common in Cambridge's historic districts, were constructed differently from…
Chimney Lining - Acid Attack!
As HETAS-registered and Trading Standards Approved chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we regularly identify and assess acid damage in chimneys across our region's diverse housing stock. Understanding the signs and implications of acid attack is crucial for maintaining your chimney's safety and integrity.
What is Chimney Acid Attack?…
Chimneys - Modern Design
As HETAS-registered and Trading Standards Approved chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we understand the unique challenges of modern chimney systems. Through our extensive experience maintaining chimneys across Cambridgeshire, we regularly encounter issues specific to modern chimney design and construction
Understanding Modern Chimney Systems
Modern chimneys, particularly those built after…
Let's Talk Stove Installation!
While Ablewight Chimney Services doesn't install stoves, we play a crucial role in ensuring your chimney is properly prepared and maintained for safe stove operation. As HETAS-registered and Trading Standards Approved chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we understand the importance of proper chimney preparation and maintenance for wood-burning stoves.…
All You Need to Know About Stove Maintenance
As HETAS-approved chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we understand that maintaining your wood burning stove is crucial for safety and efficiency. According to recent Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service data, properly maintained stoves significantly reduce the risk of chimney fires, which account for over 25%…
How to Temporarily Block a Chimney the Right Way
Are you considering blocking your chimney for the warmer months? As Cambridge's trusted chimney specialists, we understand the unique challenges that Cambridgeshire homeowners face with their chimneys, particularly in our region's historic properties. This comprehensive guide will help you safely and effectively block your chimney temporarily…
Why Jackdaws Can Cause Havoc in a Chimney
According to recent data from the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps, jackdaw nests are among the most common and challenging chimney blockages encountered in Cambridgeshire's period properties. As experienced chimney specialists serving Cambridge and surrounding areas, we've found these persistent birds particularly favour the Victorian chimneys common…