Common Chimney Masonry Repairs

Common Chimney Masonry Repairs

Having the masonry of your chimney inspected is just as important as having the inside of the chimney inspected. Wells & Sons chimney sweeps are also expert masonry contractors, who are trained to spot dangerous masonry problems as well as those that could later...
Cleaning Creosote from Your Chimney

Cleaning Creosote from Your Chimney

If you use a fireplace, unfortunately there is no escape from creosote. Every time wood is burned in the fireplace, creosote builds up on the chimney liner. For this very purpose, it is recommended to have a fireplace and chimney inspected annually—preferably in the...

Duck chimney-stuck – for ten days

An unlucky paradise duck which spent 10 days stuck in a chimney was finally freed alive yesterday. The Methven Volunteer Fire Brigade was called upon shortly before 2pm yesterday, to help free it from the unused fireplace of a Thompsons Track house. Methven fire chief...