Welcome to the
North Pennine Sweep

My name is Nick Kozlowski and I am based in Allenheads, South Northumberland, bordering County Durham and Cumbria providing professional chimney sweeping services across the North Pennines (please see area covered for more detail)

I understand the busy schedules that many people have and can work flexibly to accommodate this. I will always call back when contacted to discuss your individual requirements.

Call me: 07903 418138 or 01434 685496

  • Traditional and modern sweeping systems used to accommodate all types of flues and heating appliances
  • All work certified to support home and business insurance requirements
  • Competitively priced with discounts for multiple appliances

  • Trained by The Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps and further installation training with HETAS
  • Industrial power vacuum to ensure a meticulously clean service
  • Serving both domestic and commercial properties across the North Pennines

Services

Traditional and rotary chimney sweeping for all types of flues and appliances

Bird nest removal

Hardend creosote removal

 

Stove servicing, maintenance and repairs

Advice on appliance operation, fuels and safety

Industry standard certificate of chimney sweeping provided 

I take care and attention to make sure that each chimney is thoroughly swept and that the soot removed never enters your home thanks to industry leading vacuum technology used on every sweep.​

All flues are swept in accordance with national industry standards, which provides peace of mind and assurance that the task has been professionally completed. 

Protect Your Property
Clean sheets, clean systems of working and an extremely powerful industrial vacuum ensure that your property is kept clean.

Thorough Clean of Your Chimney Flue
I use the very best brushes and rods using both traditional modern techniques to ensure that every flue is left clear and safe to use.

Inspection of your Stove, Fire or Appliance, Stove maintenance
Your appliance will be checked to make sure it is working efficiently. I can replace ropes, seals and glass as required.

Draft Test
I carry out a smoke test to ensure that your flue is fully clear and functioning after I have completed sweeping.

Cowl or Pot Check
I check to make sure each and every chimney flue I work on is topped off with the correct outlet for the appliance used and can give professional advice if the wrong cowl or pot has been fitted.

Certificate
On completion you will be given a sweeping certificate which will confirm the work has been undertaken to industry standards with any issues identified and recorded.

Troubleshooting
An important part of my job is to examine and evaluate your appliance, the flue efficiency and to offer advice on its safe operation. Fuel is expensive, so I am also pleased to advise on how you can get the most from your chosen fuel and reduce your costs.

Covid-19

I would like to assure all current and new customers that I take your safety very seriously. I have strict safety procedures in place to help prevent the spread of coronavirus and will be pleased to discuss managing risk for your own particular circumstances.

BEFORE coronavirus I always operated the business with strict regard to safety procedures which protected me as well as you and your property. I used appropriate sheeting to protect floors and carpets and effective dust control being the norm. Use of proper p3 dust masks and protective gloves also being standard practice.

I now have ENHANCED protection in place:

  • How we can maintain safe distancing throughout my visit
  • Use of PPE and hygiene control, before, during and after sweeping
  • Preparing your fireplace or appliance ready for sweeping, ensuring that the route to your chimney is clear and accessible.

With regret I’m unable to accept tea and biscuits for now.

Do I need my chimney swept?

Fire services, industry standards and insurers advise that your chimney is swept at least once a year. Frequency depends on types of fuel and usage.

Smokeless Fuel – Once a year
Coal – Twice a year
Wood – Quarterly when in use

Gas – Once a year if designed for sweeping
Oil – Once a year

I have the equipment to sweep all of the below appliance types including specialist equipment for oil, biomass and gas appliance flues:

  • Wood burners
  • Agas
  • Conventional flues
  • Open fires
  • Rayburns
  • Stainless Steel liners

  • Biomass Boilers
  • Inglenooks
  • Clay liners
  • Multifuel Stoves
  • Kitchen Ranges
  • Cast in situ liner

WHAT AREA DO I COVER?

CONTACT ME

For all enquiries please call:
Mobile: 07903 418138.   Landline: 01434 685496
or email: nick@northpenninesweep.co.uk