by Alfred Poppins | Nov 1, 2021 | News
Today we have been sweeping and testing a couple of chimneys in Rutland. The homeowner hadn’t used the chimneys since buying the house several years ago. Advanced chimney camera. With the high rising cost of gas the homeowner wanted to bring the fireplaces back...
by Alfred Poppins | Oct 6, 2020 | News
We have been attending a property in Tinwell to sort out a chimney that has not been swept in 15 years. Due to the unseasoned wood being burned it has built up a significant amount of tar and creasote. The client wants to have a new woodburning stove installed but...
by Alfred Poppins | Apr 2, 2016 | News
Spring is here and the birds are looking for the perfect place to nest. Chimneys are very popular and many birds start building their nest ready to lay eggs. Removing nests is not just part of a basic sweep and vacuum, it can take several hours to completely remove a...
by Alfred Poppins | Apr 29, 2015 | News
It’s been a busy winter for us here at Alfred Poppins and we have gone from strength to strength with the help of our valued customer base that we have built up. ...
by Alfred Poppins | Mar 10, 2015 | News
Have you have had a birds nest in your chimney in the past? it is likely that the birds will return again to nest in the same place. It is recommended to have a bird guard fitted when the nest is empty to prevent them returning. Often jackdaws like to nest in...
