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What is the difference between a Chimney Cowl and a Bird Guard? Why do I need to have one fitted? Here we will try and explain. When we get...

When was the last time you stopped for a moment and looked at your chimney stack/chimney pot? As a professional chimney sweeping company, here at Howards (Tarleton) it is...

If you have seen birds hopping in and out of your chimney, the likelihood is there will be a nest blocking the flue. This may well be a chimney...

Does your new or potential property have that open fireplace or wood burning stove you have always longed for? If you are about to move property or have just...

Any appliance burning wood, coal or smokeless fuel should be swept at least annually, but you need to keep an eye out for signs that your chimney is not...

Getting your fire up to temperature quickly reduces unnecessary pollution and it’s also rather satisfying. This completely natural firelighter will surprise you. It’s very quick and effective and it’s...

Please support National Bird Guard Week. It is estimated that over a million birds die each year in the UK after becoming trapped inside chimneys. They accidentally fall in...

You will have no doubt seen the headlines over the weekend regarding the Government’s announcement on fuels. This forms part of the Clean Air Plan and an announcement has...