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I entered the family business back in 1990, a business my late father Tommy Howard had started some 30 years earlier. Today the business has grown beyond belief, and as well as a being a Master Chimney Sweep, I am also HETAS approved and registered to work on all solid fuel appliances and flues. I have built up an enviable reputation of reliable and honest service, and treat every job with the same respect it deserves.

I guarantee that you will not get a better chimney sweep, and am well known as "A Really Good Sweep". Clean sheets, clean shoes, clean overalls and a clean vehicle. I promise you a clean service that's second to none. I am HETAS registered and approved to check and test your chimneys suitability for use with solid fuel appliances, and able to install multi fuel stoves and wood burners in accordance with Document J Building Regs.
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Covering Preston, Lytham St Annes, Southport, Formby, Ormskirk, North Liverpool and surrounding areas. Howards (Tarleton) wish to assure all our customers that we take safety very seriously, and have strict safety procedures. The 3 Stages and Associated Dangers Most homeowners will realise that the thought of a build-up of creosote and tars inside.
Gas Fires: Some flues serving gas fires may be swept without the need to move the appliance. This is usually identifiable by looking up the chimney and being able to see into the void area directly above the gas fire exposing either brickwork or a flue liner. If, however you cannot see this void, it usually means the appliance needs to be disconnected before gaining access to the flue.
From the initial survey right through until the completed job we guarantee to deliver exactly what the customer requires. Attention to detail is top priority that combined with the highest quality affordable materials used makes us the No1 choice when it comes to re-lining your chimney or installing a new stove.
May I thank you for completing our recent solid fuel stove installation. I found your efficiency in reviewing the site, giving us a quote and completing the project most refreshing. The work is of the highest order and we are now enjoying the stove. I look forward to working together on our future projects.
All natural, fossil fuels or wood burning appliances will create soot deposits within the chimney potentially leading to blockages or creating a fire risk. Safety and Frequency of Sweeping. It is recommended that chimneys are swept at least once a year, more often depending on the fuel types used or if used continually.
Reviews (6)
Margaret Holland
Margaret Holland
Nov 11, 2021
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We booked three appointments at three different addresses one after the other. Mr Howard was prompt, very pleasant and efficient and left all surest clean and tidy. Highly recommended by all.
Adam Lappin
Adam Lappin
Oct 21, 2020
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Fantastic and friendly service from a very experienced tradesman.
Reasonably priced, the work was very efficient and we got tips on how to get better performance from our stove.
Highly recommended
J. W.
J. W.
Oct 08, 2020
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Can't speak highly enough of this firm. Steven came to do the annual sweep of our chimney today during lockdown. His COVID procedures were just perfect - used a mask, asked us to stay away from his entry and exit route, arranged safe method for payment, sanitised everything he touched before leaving and then advised us to ventilate the room for ten minutes when he left. It doesn't get better than that. Stephen is honest and ethical. He even suggested that we could leave the sweep for two years (not one) because the build up inside the chimney wasn't too bad. We're really glad to have found him
Martin Forshaw
Martin Forshaw
Jul 20, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Contacted Steven late Wednesday evening and by lunchtime Thursday he'd fixed our problem. Would highly recommend!
Caroline Mercer
Caroline Mercer
Dec 01, 2019
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A really good service, quick & clean & very knowledgeable!! Thankyou!!
Adrian Long
Adrian Long
Dec 10, 2018
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Absolute pleasure to deal with. Steven is not only knowledgeable, efficient and clean, but also friendly and interested in his customers. He does the job of sweeping and servicing to a very high standard and also dispenses valuable advice. Highly recommended.