Chimney Sweeping
A clean chimney is essential for the safety and efficiency of your home. More than just a simple cleaning service, our professional chimney sweep is a vital annual inspection that prevents dangerous chimney fires, ensures your appliance runs efficiently, and gives you complete peace of mind.
At The Local Chimney Sweep, a family business owned and operated by the highly respected industry figure Josh Firkins, we combine generations of experience with leading expertise to provide chimney sweeping services that are second to none, protecting your property and family.
An annual chimney inspection and chimney sweep services are recommended by all major fire services and insurance providers for several critical reasons. Neglecting your chimney can lead to serious risks, which our services are designed to minimise.
Chimney sweep services should:
- Remove flammable creosote and soot deposits, the primary cause of dangerous chimney fires.
- Ensure the draught is sufficient to support the appliance.
- Annual inspection of the flue and for defects.
- Clear cobwebs and other debris which can hinder draught.
- Assess condition of chimney stack and terminals.
- Inspect the appliance annually for signs of deterioration.
- Issue of an insurance approved Certificate of Chimney Sweeping.
- Identify issues earlier, allowing for better budgeting and safety.
Why Choose Home Sweep Home?
Our reputation is built on a foundation of trust, proven expertise, and an unwavering commitment to your safety. As proud HETAS Approved Sweeps and a fully insured business carrying £5 million in public liability insurance, we provide complete peace of mind with every job we undertake.
Our Unmatched Experience Our founder, Josh Firkins, has been sweeping chimneys since 2005, continuing a family tradition that spans five generations. His expertise is so respected that he has been a qualified trainer and NVQ assessor for national associations, writing the APICS training manuals that are now considered the industry’s gold standard. With tens of thousands of chimneys swept and over a thousand detailed chimney inspections performed, his knowledge is at the core of our business.
Our Professional, Qualified Team
Darren is an NVQ Level 2 qualified sweep who has completed a rigorous apprenticeship. He is an expert in the annual servicing of all appliances, from traditional open fires to modern stoves, and is fully qualified to conduct advanced camera chimney inspections and integrity tests.
Dave, our chimney sweep, is fully trained and certified, having completed training. by APICS, and Chimney Skills Training, specialising in routine maintenance, fault recognition, and issuing annual insurance certificates.
Tom has successfully completed his apprenticeship with us and is highly qualified, having completed HETAS courses in chimney sweeping, servicing, and solid fuel installation, alongside other key industry training.
Hannah is the friendly voice of our company, managing our office and your appointments. She ensures a smooth process, whether you are making a booking by phone or using our online system.
When you choose our chimney sweeping services, you are choosing a team dedicated to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Why choose us to sweep your chimney?
- Friendly
- Experienced
- Accept card payment
- Online booking
- Digital insurance certificates
- DBS checked
- Insured
- Member of Chimney Sweep associations
- Member of HETAS
- Reasonable rates
- Trustworthy
- Industry leaders
What our chimney sweeping service includes:
- Dismantle the appliance ready for sweeping.
- Sweep the chimney.
- Carry out a smoke draught test.
- Check combustion ventilation.
- Check the condition of the stack from the ground.
- Check the suitability and condition of chimney terminal.
- Check audit trail if available.
- Issue a certificate of Chimney Sweeping.
A chimney sweep?
It’s More Than a Sweep—It’s a Professional Inspection
Many people see chimney sweeping as a simple cleaning job. For us, the most crucial part of our visit is the series of professional chimney inspections we carry out.
The cleaning is just one part of the service. These visual chimney inspections allow us to build a complete picture of your chimney system’s health. From the moment we arrive, our experience allows us to assess everything from the airflow in the room to the condition of the chimney pot. We spot subtle signs of liner degradation, inefficient fuel burning, or incorrect installation that others might miss. This holistic approach means we don’t just clean your chimney; we ensure the entire installation is functioning safely and correctly, from hearth to terminal. We provide this level of detail whether we are working on a classic open fireplace, a modern multi-fuel stove, or a decorative gas fire.
Ready to book our expert chimney sweeping services and ensure your chimney is safe and efficient?
