Ready for Fire Season? 🔥 Your Autumn Chimney Checklist

As the evenings draw in and the logs are stacked, now is the perfect time to make sure your chimney is ready for the months ahead. A little preparation now goes a long way towards safety, efficiency, and peace of mind.

Here’s our essential Autumn Chimney Checklist to help you stay safe and fire-ready this season:

✅ 1. Book a Full Chimney Care Package

A quick sweep might clear the soot you can see — but a full care package ensures your chimney is genuinely safe to use. Our inclusive service covers everything:

• Flue clean

• CCTV flue inspection

• Smoke test

• Smoke and carbon alarm checks

It’s complete peace of mind in one visit.

🪵 2. Check Your Fuel

Always use seasoned or kiln-dried logs. Damp wood creates excess tar and creosote, leading to dangerous build-ups inside the flue. Choosing clean, dry fuel keeps your fire efficient and your chimney cleaner for longer. We can recommend some quality log suppliers.

🧯 3. Let Us Handle the Safety Checks

When you book our care package, we’ll test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms as part of the visit. These small checks save lives — and we’ll make sure they’re working properly before you light that first fire.

🕊️ 4. We’ll Inspect Cowls and Terminals Too

Over summer, wind and nesting birds can damage or block terminals. During your care package appointment, we’ll check that your cowls and terminals are clear, intact, and drawing properly.

🧰 5. Book Before the Rush!

Autumn is always our busiest season, and appointments fill quickly. Booking early means you can relax knowing your home will be safe and ready for those first cold evenings.

Lighting your fire should be relaxing — not worrying. With a little preparation now (and the right care), you can enjoy a safe, efficient, and cosy season ahead.

👉 Book your full chimney care package at cotswoldchimneycare.com