HOW I SWEEP!

To start with I check the chimney stack from the ground, checking to see if any cowls or bird guards are fitted which enables me to work out how high the chimney stack is.

I then lay a sheet down on the floor to protect any carpets or floorings. Once this is done I inspect the inside of the chimney with my torch to enable me to select the correct size of brushes and rods to clean the chimney stack. 

Then I set about bringing all the tools that I need to sweep the chimney; industrial vacuum, brushes, rods etc . When I have all the tools I need to hand, I then sheet up the fireplace and seal it to prevent any soot escaping whilst I sweep. Then with the vacuum ready and brush and rod fitted, I begin to sweep your chimney.

When I am happy no more soot is falling from the chimney I stop sweeping and remove the rods and brush. I then remove the sealing sheet from around the fireplace and inspect inside the chimney with my torch to ensure it is completely cleaned. Finally I use my industrial hoover to make sure every last fine particle of fine soot is removed, and then clear away all protective sheeting and tools to leave a clean and professionally swept chimney and fireplace.