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Why You Need to Have Your Chimney Swept Annually
Chimneys play an essential role in keeping our homes warm and comfortable, especially during the chilly UK winters. However, many...
Peter Cooke
Jul 303 min read


How to Light Your Wood-Burning Stove for the First Time
Lighting a wood-burning stove for the first time can be both exciting and a little daunting. If you're a homeowner who is new to this...
Peter Cooke
Jul 304 min read


Comprehensive Chimney and Log Burner Services for Your Home
Keeping your chimney and log burner in excellent condition is essential for safety, efficiency, and comfort in your home. Regular...
Peter Cooke
Jul 304 min read


Ensure Home Safety with Professional Chimney Sweeping
Chimney sweeping is more than a service; it’s a safety necessity for every home with a fireplace or wood stove. While many homeowners...
Peter Cooke
Jul 164 min read


Carbon Monoxide
Be sure to stay safe! Get a brand-new or replacement carbon monoxide alarm from your local HETAS approved retailer. 🏬 Registered...
Peter Cooke
Apr 31 min read
When is the best time to have your chimney swept?
The best times to have your chimney swept are: Just before the heating season. After your appliance has not been used for a prolonged...
Peter Cooke
Apr 31 min read


Signs your chimney needs to be swept urgently
Understanding if your chimney needs to be swept can help eliminate hazards. If you experience any of the following signs, stop using your...
Peter Cooke
Apr 31 min read


The Importance of Supporting Local Small Family Businesses!
Hello, I'm Peter from Embers Chimney Sweep & Stove Spares. In today's world, where large corporate enterprises dominate the market, it's...
Peter Cooke
Jun 1, 20243 min read


Why You Should Have Your Chimney Swept by a Professional with 20 Years of Experience
Why You Should Have Your Chimney Swept by a Professional with 20 Years of Experience Hello, I'm Peter from Embers Chimney Sweep & Stove...
Peter Cooke
Jun 1, 20243 min read


The Importance of Summer Servicing for Your Wood Burning Stove and Chimney
Hello, I'm Peter from Embers Chimney Sweep & Stove Spares. As we enjoy the warmer months, it might seem counterintuitive to think about...
Peter Cooke
Jun 1, 20242 min read


Clock woodburning stove spares
If you're looking for spare parts for a Clock wood-burning stove, you have a few options: Manufacturer's website: Check the official...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read


What is a sweep safe certified chimney sweep
Sweep Safe is a certification program for chimney sweeps in the United Kingdom. Being a Sweep Safe certified chimney sweep means that the...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read


Chimney sweep Mary Poppins
Ah, the iconic chimney sweep from "Mary Poppins"! Bert, the character played by Dick Van Dyke in the classic film, is perhaps one of the...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read
Chimney sweep near me
Embers Chimney Sweep & Stove Spares can help!! To find a chimney sweep near you, you can use various methods: Online search: Use search...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read


Can you replace my glass in my doors for me and give me an estimate for the cost?
We can certainly do this work for you. The cost varies depending on the condition of the door(s), glass, rope etc., and whether all the...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read
Why does my glass go black within minutes of lighting my log burner?
If your glass goes black within minutes of lighting your log burner, it is likely due to the incomplete combustion of the wood or other...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20242 min read


What thickness is the glass you sell?
Our standard size glass is 4mm thick, which is the most common, but we do also sell 5mm thick glass which is not shown on our website....
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read


I have an unknown make of stove; I want some fire bricks. Do I need to cement them in?
About 98% of stoves do not need the bricks cemented in place. Some of the very old stoves do have the firebricks cemented in but it is...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read


Why is my stove not controllable?
If your wood-burning stove is not controllable, meaning you are having difficulty regulating the heat output or maintaining a consistent...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20242 min read


I do not know the make or model of my stove; can you supply me glass and fire bricks to fit it?
We can usually supply glass and fire bricks cut to size for you. We will need to know whether your glass/fire bricks are rectangular or...
Peter Cooke
Feb 4, 20241 min read
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