Key Points Rust on a chimney comes from its metal components, not from the bricks.Metal parts like the cap and flashing rust with moisture, staining the brick.To prevent chimney rust, clean the brick, ...

A Devon chimney sweep who expanded his business to include rehoming bee swarms five years ago said 2025 had been his busiest year so far. Dan Fisher, who runs Ashburton Chimney Sweep, said his ...

A cracked chimney might not carry seven years bad luck, but the outlook definitely isn’t good. 2. Cleaning the Chimney Cap and Flue: What to Do: In Portland, they say put a bird on it. While cute in ...

One day I had chimney sweep came to my house, to do my chimney, and I asked him if there was scope for another one in the area. He said yes, but I don't think there was really - it's taken me a ...

Marines, Sailors on West Coast Expand Do-It-Yourself Barracks Repair Program U.S. Marines with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion measure drywall during Operation Clean Sweep at Marine Corps Base Camp ...

That lining will not last if you don’t get it swept.” The role of the chimney sweep goes back to the 16th century in England. The profession has for a long time been associated with luck.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends annual inspection of chimneys, fireplaces, and vents but according ...

Chimney sweeping rules in France: Can you do this yourself - and how often is required by law? Insurance companies have their own requirements Chimneys must be swept multiple times per year in many ...

If you know how to clean a chimney, you’ll find DIY chimney sweeping kits for $65 to $120. However, we don’t recommend cleaning your chimney without training.

When to Call a Pro If you are at all hesitant about working from heights, call a chimney sweep service. If the chimney has experienced a chimney fire, do not clean the chimney by yourself ...

A chimney sweep was met with surprise when he "battled" a seagull after it became stuck in a disused chimney flue. Neil Jarrett, 48, filmed the moment the "rambunctious" bird dropped into a ...