22 Best Chimney Sweeps in Buckinghamshire [2026 Update]

An open fire used regularly needs sweeping twice yearly; a wood burner or multi-fuel stove once yearly; and an Aga or range cooker once yearly depending on use. If you use your chimney only occasionally, annual sweeps are usually sufficient. A chimney sweep can advise based on your specific appliance and heating habits.

A CCTV inspection films the inside of your flue to reveal blockages, cracks, missing mortar, bird nests and debris. The footage helps sweeps spot problems that need attention before they become dangerous or costly. Most inspections cost £100 to £170 and are especially useful if you've never had the chimney checked or are buying a period home.

If you have a wood burner or multi-fuel stove, insurance companies often require a sweeping certificate as proof of regular maintenance. Certificates show the sweep has visited and cleaned your chimney. Always ask whether your sweep provides one.

A power or rotary sweep uses a spinning head to remove heavy tar and stubborn creosote buildup, costing £100 to £170. It is typically needed if soot won't shift with a standard brush sweep, often in older chimneys or those using wet wood. A sweep will recommend it if necessary.

A flexible flue liner supply and fit costs £1010 to £2465 depending on the flue length and access. Liners are fitted when the original chimney is damaged, too narrow, or not suited to modern appliances. A CCTV inspection will show whether yours needs one.

Yes, most sweeps offer bird nest removal (£90 to £180), but only outside the nesting season when birds are not actively breeding. Once chicks hatch, nests are protected by law and removal must wait. After removal, a guard or cowl (£80 to £170 fitted) prevents birds from returning.