About Us
We are a family run business operating from beautiful village of Ketton nr Stamford. Alfred Poppins Stove fitting & Chimney Sweeping was established to improve the standards and professionalism of the chimney sweeping and stove industry. We want to ensure the longevity of the chimney sweeping profession while safeguarding both the public and trade from the risk of chimney fires and CO poisoning.
We make it our goal to offer a professional, reliable and friendly service at a competitive price.We have invested heavily in our business on tools and equipment and are a member of Sweep Safe, The guild of master chimney sweeps and HETAS. We give a certificate of sweeping after each sweep which most house insurers are now insisting on for houses with functioning fires.
See what our customers say about us. Check out our Testimonials Page
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Latest News...
How long does a flexible steel flue liner last?
Most stoves and wood burners are installed with a flexible steel flue liner. The quality of the steel used can vary greatly, so can the price. If you burn smokeless fuel in your multi fuel stove you will need the highest grade liner because the fuel is very corrosive....
Keep it clean!
A clean chimney can help prevent fires and structural damage to your property. Regular cleaning of your chimney or flues will eliminate the build up of soot and clear obstructions such as bird or animal nests, leaves and debris. You will also reduce emissions into the...
Nesting birds in chimneys
We have been getting lots of call outs with birds nesting in chimneys so far this year. Dont wait until it's too late call Alfred Poppins and we can come and fit you a quality bird guard.
Wood Ash and its many uses….
If you have a wood-burning stove, you will have plenty of wood ash. You may not know this, but wood ash has many uses… 1. Use wood ash to add nutrients (potash and calcium carbonate) to your compost. 2. Deter snails from plants by...
Chimney Sweeps and the Dangers of Creosote Build Up
Most people have the image of Dick Van Dyke in their mind at the mention of Chimney Sweeps, yet their profession has seldom been a lucky one. Their work, Often done by children, was extremely dangerous and often fatal. In recent times, the industry has also been hit...
Father and children died after crisp wrapper blocked chimney
Inquest hears of importance of carbon monoxide monitors Father and children died after crisp wrapper blocked chimney Householders were yesterday urged to install carbon monoxide monitors after an inquest heard the “silent killer” claimed the lives of a father and two...
The Showroom:
Unit 18 Chater business estate, Pit Lane, Ketton, PE9 3SZ
Stove showroom: 01780 720240
Chimney sweeping: 07581 322069
Mobile: 07871 322 780 or 07581 322 069
Email. [email protected]
