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Chimney specialist checking airflow at an unlit fireplace with a smoke test.

Why Does a Chimney Have a Weak Draught?

A chimney relies on draught to carry smoke and combustion gases away f

Small fragments of mortar and soot falling into an unused brick fireplace.

Why Is Debris Falling Down My Chimney?

Finding soot, twigs, mortar, or pieces of brick in a fireplace can be

Smoke drifting into a living room from an open brick fireplace.

Why Is Smoke Coming Back Into the Room From Your Fireplace?

Smoke should travel upward through the flue and leave the property thr

Wet brick chimney with lifted lead flashing on a slate roof after heavy rain.

Chimney Problems After Heavy Rain and Storms: What to Check

Heavy rain, strong winds, and freezing temperatures can affect parts o

Homeowner noticing an unpleasant smell beside an unused fireplace containing leaves and soot.

Why Does My Chimney Smell? Common Causes and Practical Solutions

An unpleasant smell coming from a fireplace can affect a room even whe

Cutaway view of a log burner connected to a flue that runs up through a brick chimney.

How a Chimney and Log Burner Work Together

When a log burner is working well, most of what happens is out of sigh

Chimney specialist using a torch to examine cracks inside a brick fireplace.

When Does a Chimney Need More Than Sweeping?

Regular sweeping is an important part of fireplace and stove care, but

Chimney professional inspecting the chimney of a brick UK home from the ground on an autumn day.

A Seasonal Chimney Maintenance Guide for UK Homeowners

Chimneys work throughout the year, even when a fireplace or stove is u

Infographic header titled "A Practical Guide to Safer Chimneys & Wood Burning Stoves" featuring photos of a wood stove, chimney sweeping, flue lining, CCTV inspection, and a drone inspection.

A Practical Guide to Safer Chimneys and Wood Burning Stoves

A fireplace or wood burning stove can make a home welcoming, but the s