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Best Chimney Sweep in St. Nicholas, Hurst [Updated 2026]

1 chimney sweep in St. Nicholas, Hurst, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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1open Saturdays
£65–100typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in St. Nicholas, Hurst

One chimney sweep serves St. Nicholas, Hurst in Berkshire, backed by 16 customer reviews. ACME Master Chimney Sweep covers the village and nearby Twyford and Ruscombe, and opens on Saturdays for convenient booking. wood burner, or Aga, a regular sweep before autumn keeps your chimney drawing safely and efficiently. Most properties need sweeping annually before the heating season starts.

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St. Nicholas, Hurst Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. ACME Master Chimney Sweep

Best for: Saturday appointments

5.3Sweep Score

St. Nicholas, Hurst16 reviews

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Location
St. Nicholas, Hurst · Dotties Farm, Dunt Ln, Hurst, Reading RG10 0TA
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
16 Google reviews
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Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
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Recommendation4.6
Trust6.3

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published
  • Open on Saturdays

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Our take: Our top pick in this area. A Sweep Score of 5.3/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in St. Nicholas, Hurst?

Chimney sweep costs vary depending on what you're heating with and what work needs doing. A standard open fire sweep typically runs £65 to £100, while wood burners and multi-fuel stoves cost £75 to £105. If you have a range cooker or Aga, expect £90 to £135. Beyond basic sweeping, CCTV inspections (£100 to £170) spot problems inside the flue, and bird nest removal runs £90 to £180. Larger jobs like chimney stack repointing (£335 to £1,120) or fitting a flexible flue liner (£1,010 to £2,465) carry higher costs. The sweep serving St. Nicholas, Hurst can discuss your specific setup and give you an exact quote.

Typical standard sweep£65 to £1002026 guide price for St. Nicholas, Hurst
Chimney sweep St. Nicholas, Hurst prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in St. Nicholas, Hurst
ServiceGuide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue£65 to £100
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean£75 to £105
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble£90 to £135
Second flue on the same visitDiscount for an extra flue at the same address£35 to £55
Power (rotary) sweep for heavy tarFor glazed or tarred flues a brush cannot shift£100 to £170
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage£100 to £170
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls£45 to £80
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked£100 to £170
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth£90 to £180
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent£80 to £170
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra£170 to £450
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent£335 to £1120
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent£1010 to £2465

Guide prices only, not quotes from listed businesses. Always confirm with your sweep.

What A Sweep Does In St. Nicholas, Hurst

A chimney sweep removes soot, tar and debris that builds up inside your flue as you burn fuel. This buildup narrows the flue, reducing draft and increasing the risk of carbon monoxide backing into your home. A basic sweep with brush and rods takes around an hour for a straightforward chimney. Most sweeps can handle open fires, wood burners, multi-fuel stoves, range cookers and Agas.

Beyond sweeping, modern sweeps often offer CCTV inspections to look inside the flue without guesswork. If they spot a bird nest, damaged liner or structural problem, they can advise on repairs. The sweep based in St. Nicholas, Hurst holds the experience to handle routine work and spot issues before they become dangerous or expensive.

  • Removes soot and tar to restore proper draft
  • Can inspect with CCTV camera to check flue condition
  • Available Saturday for weekend bookings
  • Serves the rural Hurst area year-round

How Often To Sweep Your Hurst Chimney

Open fires should be swept twice a year: once before autumn and once mid-season. Wood burners and multi-fuel stoves need one sweep a year, ideally in late summer before you rely on heating. If you burn wet or poor-quality wood, you may need more frequent sweeps because tar builds up faster. Range cookers and Agas used regularly for cooking should be swept annually too.

The best time to book in Hurst is May through August, before the September rush when every heating engineer is booked solid. Sweeping now means your chimney is clear and safe when cold weather arrives. The local sweep here works Saturdays, so you can arrange a visit without taking time off work.

Repairs And Problems The Sweep Can Fix

When a CCTV inspection reveals cracks, a collapsed section or a damaged liner, the sweep can often arrange repairs. Chimney pot replacement (£170 to £450) fixes a broken or missing top. Stack repointing (£335 to £1,120) seals gaps in the mortar around the outside. A flexible flue liner (£1,010 to £2,465) creates a safe, smooth passage for fumes when the original flue is damaged or unsuitable.

Bird guard and cowl fitting (£80 to £170) stops nesting and improves draft. Heavy tar buildup needs a power sweep (£100 to £170) rather than manual brushing. If you have two flues on the same visit, the second one costs £35 to £55. Ask the sweep about any issues found during inspection so you can budget for work before winter arrives.

  • CCTV inspection reveals hidden damage inside the flue
  • Repointing and liner replacement tackle structural faults
  • Bird guards stop nesting and blocked flues
  • Power sweep removes heavy tar deposits

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in St. Nicholas, Hurst

Book your St. Nicholas, Hurst sweep between May and August to avoid the autumn rush. Early booking means your chimney is ready before you light fires or turn on heating in September. Saturday appointments are available, so you can fit a visit around your schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in St. Nicholas, Hurst

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How often should I sweep my chimney?

Open fires need sweeping twice a year. Wood burners, multi-fuel stoves, range cookers and Agas should be swept once yearly, ideally before the heating season starts. If you burn a lot of wet wood, more frequent sweeps may be needed because tar builds up faster.

What is a CCTV chimney inspection?

A CCTV inspection uses a camera on a flexible rod to look inside your flue without dismantling anything. It reveals cracks, blockages, bird nests, damaged liners and other problems that a basic sweep might miss. Inspections cost £100 to £170 and give you a clear picture of what repairs are needed.

What does a chimney sweep do?

A sweep removes soot, tar and debris from inside your flue using brushes and rods. This restores proper draft and reduces the risk of carbon monoxide backing into your home. Many sweeps also offer CCTV inspections, repairs and fittings like bird guards and new chimney pots.

When should I book a chimney sweep?

Book between May and August to beat the September to December rush. Sweeping before the heating season starts ensures your chimney is safe and efficient. The St. Nicholas, Hurst sweep is available on Saturdays if weekday appointments don't suit you.

What happens if my chimney is blocked?

A blocked flue prevents smoke and fumes from leaving your home, forcing them back inside and creating a carbon monoxide risk. The sweep removes blockages caused by soot, tar, debris or bird nests. A CCTV inspection can identify what caused the blockage so you can prevent it happening again.

How much does chimney repointing cost?

Chimney stack repointing, which seals gaps in the mortar around the outside of your stack, costs £335 to £1,120 depending on how much work is needed. The sweep can assess the damage and give you a quote. Leaving it unrepaired lets water into the chimney, causing further damage.

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