Stove Problem Solving & Technical Repairs

Is your stove underperforming, leaking, or smelling? We diagnose the root cause.

• The "Stinky Installation" Fix: We can clean out register plates and removing debris or soot buildup that causes unpleasant odors. We can cut access holes into the register closure plate to reach and remove trapped deposits.

• Sweep Access Points: We can cut into the flue pipe to install a chimney sweep access hatch where none previously existed.

• Debris Collar: We fit a debris collar where the flue pipe meets the register plate to prevent soot/ debris and falling deposits falling ontop of stove.

• Blanking Plate & Collar Repairs: We replace stove blanking plates which have dropped off (very common with Dovre stoves) and secure loose flue collars.

• Air Control & Efficiency: We adjust primary/secondary air vents and replace dampers (common on Villager stoves) to restore full control over your burn.

• Safety & Draught Testing: We perform flue draught readings and smoke tests (Type 1 & 2) to ensure your chimney isn't leaking through mortar joints and is effectively evacuating poisonous flue gases.

• Diagnostic Checks: Identifying why a stove has lost heat, checking fuel suitability, and identifying risks like hidden wooden joists near the flue.

• Stove relocation & re-installation: Whether you’re moving home, renovating your space, or swapping an old model for a new stove, we provide reconnection and fitting for your existing stove in the fireplace or chimney flue

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Pro Tip: Why has my stove suddenly lost heat? Check your fuel source. If you’ve started a new pile of logs, check the moisture content. It must be below 25% for a hot burn.