When’s the Best Time to Get Your Chimney Swept?
Here’s a little secret from the team at ProSweep Devon: the best time to get your chimney swept isn’t when the leaves turn or Jack Frost comes knocking… It’s way before that.
Every October, without fail, the phone starts buzzing like it’s trying to win a prize. We’re booked solid through winter. Then February hits—and suddenly, tumbleweed. It’s so quiet, we genuinely have to call the landline just to check it still works.
So let’s have a quick heart-to-heart about why spring or summer is your chimney’s best friend.
1. Say No to the Summer Stink
When it’s toasty outside, warm air pushes that stale, sooty air down into your house. Trust us—you don’t want to smell that.
2. Damp Soot Gets Smelly Fast
When you’re not using your chimney for months, the soot can soak up moisture. That damp, acidic gunk smells even worse… and it’s no good for your chimney, either.
3. Soot is Sneaky and Destructive
Let it sit long enough and it starts chewing through your chimney lining or mortar. Replacing that? Not cheap. A quick sweep now avoids a big bill later.
4. We’ve Got Time to Fit You In
Spring and summer? Smooth sailing. We can book you in at a time that suits you. Come October, it’s more like “we’ve got 8.15 AM in four weeks—take it or leave it.”
5. Be Ready for That Surprise Chill
Imagine it turns frosty in September and you haven’t had your chimney cleaned yet. No fire for you until we can squeeze you in (and we’re likely booked up). Brrr.
6. Found a Problem? You’ve Got Time
If there’s something that needs fixing, you’ve got months to sort it—not a race against the weather or the holiday season.
7. We’re More Chill, Literally
In winter we’re go-go-go. In summer, we’ve got a bit more breathing room. So if you need a quick fix like sealing with fire cement or changing out fire rope, we can often sort it on the spot. Easy peasy.
8. Keep Your Insurance Happy
You’re only insured for a year from your last sweep. Wait too long in the busy months, and you risk missing that window. Summer sweeps = no stress.
9. Help Your Local Sweep Keep the Lights On
Real talk—summer’s a quiet season for chimney sweeps. Booking then keeps ProSweep Devon ticking along… and maybe funds the odd seaside ice cream. 🍦😄
Ready to Book?
Give your chimney some TLC while the sun’s shining. It’ll be clean, safe, and good to go when the cold sets in—and you’ll avoid the rush.
Get in touch with ProSweep Devon today, and we’ll get you sorted before things get silly give us a call 01626 832051