There's no denying that spring is in the air. It's a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just for nature but for our homes too. With longer days and warmer weather (we hope) on the horizon, there's no better time to tackle those much-needed home maintenance tasks.

One technique we wholeheartedly recommend to our customers is the art of top-down lighting. In this article, we'll delve into why this method is a game-changer and guide you through the steps to achieve the perfect blaze in your wood burner.

Picture this: a cosy afternoon at home, raindrops tapping gently on your windows, and a hot cup of tea in your hands. It's a scene straight out of a dream, but what if your dreamy day is disrupted by leaky gutters?

A good wood burner is a great investment, that always adds that little extra bit of value and enjoyment to your home. It provides an alternative to central heating and can help with the ever increasing cost of central heating but how do you know if your wood burner needs replacing?

As Spring approaches many of us start to think about our homes and what we need to get done so we thought we remind you of what we do and share a few Spring offers that you might want to take advantage of.

Wood fuel companies say sales have jumped by almost 40 per cent compared to the same period last year, while stove installers are reporting a “significant uplift” in demand in recent weeks with fears of rising energy bills prompting many to turn to woodburners for warmth.

With autumn just around the corner and the phone buzzing with wood burner enquiries and chimney sweep bookings we thought it was the ideal time to take a look at what you should consider if you are looking to buy a wood burner this year.

Cowls - why do you need one? It’s a good question and one we often get asked so here’s just a little bit of information about what they are and the importance and value of fitting one to your chimney.

Sat at the desk on a beautiful sunny day I can’t help but be drawn to the thought of being outdoors more and with lockdown three starting to end, I’m up for catching up with family and friends, it’s been way too long!

Put simply your chimney should be swept at least twice a year when burning wood or bituminous house coal and at least once a year when burning smokeless fuels. Taking this approach will have a massive impact on the safety and efficiency of your stove or fireplace.