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Chimney care tips

Practical fireplace advice for Christchurch homes. To book a clean, call 03 980 4488.

Close-up of firewood burning with tall flames in a fireplace

Signs your chimney needs sweeping

Five tell-tale signs your flue is overdue for a clean — from smoky rooms to sluggish fires.

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Neatly stacked dry firewood ready for a clean-burning fireplace

Firewood that keeps chimneys cleaner

Why dry, seasoned wood means less creosote, a hotter fire and a sweep that lasts longer.

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Macro view of a burning log with flames — seasoned firewood burns cleaner

How often should you sweep in Canterbury?

A practical guide to sweep timing for Christchurch wood burners and open fires.

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