It can be tempting to put off having your fire serviced if it appears to be working with no real problems. But having a relaxed approach to getting your fire serviced can cause more problems in the long run.
A service can not only make sure that your fire is in top condition, but it can also completely rejuvenate it, giving the owner the feeling of purchasing a brand-new fire! Whether it be adding new coals, cones, embers or Real Flame’s fantastically realistic logs, you can make your fire look sparkling new again.
Not only can you be the proud owner of a clean and new-looking fire, but having it serviced can prevent problems from arising in the future as well. Forward thinking not only makes for a cosy and beautiful home but a safe one too!
So, what time of year is best to give your fire some more time, affection and TLC? Are the autumn and winter months the perfect time?
Chimney Sweeping
Many people have a more traditional fireplace and a chimney. While others prefer a modern fire, there is also nothing cosier and inviting than a traditional log burner or gas fire. However, this does call for a bit more maintenance and getting your chimney swept. But when is the best time to get your chimney swept?
Winter weather tends to do far more damage to your chimney compared to the rest of the year, and, particularly after a difficult winter, a lot of damaged chimneys tend to appear. This is because there is nothing that damages a chimney quite like the freezing temperatures. This is the perfect reason to get an expert to carry out chimney sweeping and testing before the winter months settle in.
It is recommended that you get your chimney swept and tested regularly to check for any problems such as obstructions or blockages. The weather at this time of year can cause many problems for fires, so don’t take the winter gamble!
It’s that Time of Year…
There’s no better excuse to get your fire serviced than the fact that you will be probably using it a lot at this time of year!
The autumn and winter months call for cosying up with a good book, a classic movie or a gathering of friends with a drink; all which are made better with the warming ambience of a fire. Whatever type of fire you may have in your home, be it bio-ethanol, electric or even wood, there is never really a wrong or right time to get it serviced.
Having your fire serviced at any time of year and, especially on a regular basis, can keep it in superb condition for years to come, meaning you don’t have to worry about it.
Winter Ambience and Costs!
Can you imagine your winter and autumn seasons without a fire to cosy up by? Heat is essential in the colder months, not just to keep warm but for general health.
Although you may hold off for as long as possible before putting the heating on, getting the fire going can be less expensive, offer more environmental benefits and, most of all, is much cosier. The fire is a quintessential part of a winter ambience; although it may be blustering winds outside with more than a chill in the air, you can be safe inside, knowing that your fire is in full working order and keeping you nice and warm.
Fire Servicing and Maintenance from Real Flame
At Real Flame, we urge anyone purchasing a fire to also opt for a fire maintenance service. To keep everything in working order and safe we recommend getting it done at least annually. There’s no better time than the present to consider getting an expert to look at your fire to ensure that you will be cosy through the winter months.
If you have any questions regarding our fire servicing and maintenance service, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Real Flame team. We would love to make sure your winter is cosy, warm and of course… safe!
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