We use smoke tests to determine if a chimney is leaking soot or smoke.
We carry out smoke testing to homes across Kent, Get in touch if you would like us to test yours.
“Make a clean sweep: Chimney maintenance is essential for a happy, healthy hearth”
If you are unsure about the condition of your chimney, or if you’re putting your chimney to use after a long period of being unused, we recommend having it smoke tested. Smoke tests need to be carried out by a qualified person. The purpose of smoke testing is to identify any faults which could cause fumes to escape during the normal operation of your stove or open fire and chimney. Closing the top and bottom of the chimney during the smoke test generates positive pressure in the flue. This forces the smoke, which is generated by a pellet, to escape through any gaps in the joints or connections that may be present in your chimney.
Minor leaks detected in this test would not be a major risk when using your stove or fire in normal operating conditions, providing the point of leakage does not indicate a fault that could worsen. If significant heavy smoke is seen, the cause must be investigated and rectified before your stove or fire can be used. Broken components, incorrect fitting and incomplete flue liners are the most common problems which cause major leakage and require attention.
