61 Best Chimney Sweeps in Greater London [Updated 2026]

61 chimney sweeps in 25 towns across Greater London, England. Pick your town to see its sweeps ranked by Sweep Score.

61 sweeps
25 towns
1,694 reviews
£75–115 typical sweep

All 61 chimney sweeps in Greater London are based in urban areas, spread across neighbourhoods from Enfield and Barnet in the north to Bromley and Sutton in the south. Nearly half open on Saturdays, and 49 carry customer ratings built on almost 1,700 reviews. Experience and pricing vary considerably depending on what you need swept, from an open fire to a wood burner or Aga. Book in late spring or summer to secure a slot before the September rush.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps Across Greater London

Ranked by Sweep Score. Tap a sweep to see it in its town's full guide.

1
H Firkins and Sons ltdLondon · 415 reviewsHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record
9.0
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2
SweepSmartLondon · 261 reviewsHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record
8.6
Call See in London
3
Barnet chimney sweepsBarnet · 139 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
8.0
Call See in Barnet
4
Pearce & Son Chimney SweepsLondon · 108 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.7
Call See in London
5
TootSweepLondon · 64 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.9
Call See in London
6
Allchimneys (London) UK LimitedRomford · 62 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.9
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7
Bliss Chimney SweepsSouth Croydon · 45 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.5
Call See in South Croydon
8
London Chimney Liners LtdLondon · 45 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
6.5
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9
Kwik SweepLondon · 38 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
6.2
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10
The London Chimney SweepsLondon · 33 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
6.1
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11
Inspector Flueso Chimney SweepBeckenham · 30 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.0
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12
Bright Chimneys SuttonSutton · 29 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.9
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13
Pete The SweepLondon · 29 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.9
Call See in London
14
SweepSmart ChimneysRainham · 29 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.9
Call See in Rainham
15
RW Roofing,Stoves And Chimney Sweeping ServicesFeltham · 26 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.8
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16
Astral Chimney Sweep ServiceDagenham · 23 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.7
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17
Simple SweepTeddington · 22 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.6
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18
A Clean Sweep Ltd- A Clean Sweep & Eco Stove InstallationsHampton · 21 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.6
Call See in Hampton
19
Chimney Sweep of West WickhamWest Wickham · 20 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.5
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20
FAF Chimney Services LtdIlford · 18 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.4
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21
AllchimneyRomford · 14 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.1
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22
Bloor Chimney SweepBromley · 14 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.1
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23
The sweeps-chimney sweeping companyPinner · 14 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.1
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24
Sanctified Sweep CleanLondon · 12 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.0
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25
Apex Chimney SweepsWelling · 11 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.9
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26
B Pearce Chimney SweepsOrpington · 11 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.9
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27
Vine Chimney SweepRichmond · 11 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.9
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28
Grand Master Chimney SweepsDagenham · 22 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.8
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29
Chimney Sweep ManHornchurch · 10 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.8
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30
Costertons Chimney SweepsSutton · 10 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.8
Call See in Sutton
31
Sooty and Sweeps Chimney SweepsBarnet · 10 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.8
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32
Kaill & CoLondon · 19 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.6
Call See in London
33
Jordan Brothers Chimney SweepsLondon · 8 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.6
Call See in London
34
GP Chimney Sweeps.London · 7 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.5
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35
Lanes Chimney SweepsSutton · 7 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.5
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36
Acorn Chimney ServicesStanmore · 6 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.3
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37
The London Chimney CompanyLondon · 6 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.3
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38
A1 Chimney SweepsCroydon · 5 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.2
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39
London Road Sweepers Hire LimitedRomford · 5 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.2
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40
London Chimney Inspection & Chimney Cleaning Serv. PALondon · 16 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.7
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41
1-2-C Master Chimney SweepCarshalton · 2 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
3.5
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42
MR Chimney RepairsLondon · 2 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
3.5
Call See in London
43
Clean Garden Sweep HomeLondon · 1 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
3.1
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44
JBL ROOFING & CHIMNEY SERVICESLondon · 1 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
3.1
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45
South London Chimney SweepLondon · 1 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.1
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46
The Chimney ExpertsLondon · 1 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
3.1
Call See in London
47
Stove Masons Chimney Sweep ServicesLondon · 8 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.0
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48
Sweep London LtdLondon · 2 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
2.7
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49
Aardvark SweepsLondonWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.4
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50
B G Wright Master Sweep ServicesSidcupWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.4
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51
Chimney Repair Willesden LondonLondonChecking services and hours online before you call
2.4
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52
Chimney Sweep CroydonSouth CroydonWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.4
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53
City chimney sweepLondonWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.4
Call See in London
54
Josh Firkins Chimney Consultancy & Inspection ServicesLondonSaturday appointments
2.4
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55
London chimney lining LtdLondonChecking services and hours online before you call
2.4
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56
ASA Dryer VentLondonSaturday appointments
1.6
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57
Chimney Sweep InsuranceEnfieldTrying a newer local sweep
1.6
Call See in Enfield
58
F R H Boiler & Chimney CleanersLondonTrying a newer local sweep
1.6
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59
London Chimney Installations LtdWallingtonTrying a newer local sweep
1.6
Call See in Wallington
60
Chimneys PropertyLondon · 1 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.5
Call See in London
61
Hylton ChimneysLondonTrying a newer local sweep
0.8
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Find a Local Chimney Sweep by Town in Greater London

Every town in Greater London with at least one listed sweep.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in Greater London?

A straightforward sweep of an open fire runs £75 to £115 in Greater London, while wood burners and multi-fuel stoves cost £80 to £120. CCTV inspections climb to £115 to £190, and structural work like repointing or flue liners pushes into the hundreds or thousands. What shapes the final bill is the condition of your chimney, the fuel type, and whether you need extras like bird guard fitting (£90 to £190) or a smoke test (£50 to £90). Most sweeps will quote before starting; ask whether the price includes a sweep certificate and whether they charge per visit or per flue.

Typical standard sweep£75 to £1152026 guide price for Greater London

Typical chimney sweep prices in Greater London
Service	Guide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue	£75 to £115
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean	£80 to £120
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble	£100 to £150
Second flue on the same visitDiscount for an extra flue at the same address	£40 to £65
Power (rotary) sweep for heavy tarFor glazed or tarred flues a brush cannot shift	£115 to £190
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage	£115 to £190
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls	£50 to £90
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked	£115 to £190
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth	£100 to £200
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent	£90 to £190
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra	£190 to £500
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent	£375 to £1250
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent	£1125 to £2750

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

Where the 61 Sweeps Are Based Across London

All 61 sweeps on the directory are based in urban areas of Greater London, with the densest cluster in central and north London. Enfield, Barnet, Sutton, Havering and Bromley each host multiple specialists, and constituencies like Enfield North and Sutton and Cheam have good local coverage. Neighbourhoods including Palmers Green, North Cheam, Tooting Bec and Sanderstead each have sweeps within easy reach. If you live south of the Thames or in outer zones like Romford or Dagenham, you'll find one or two locals; for central postcodes, choice is abundant. Check whether a sweep serves your postcode before booking, as some restrict their area to keep response times quick.

Highly Rated Sweeps and What the Reviews Tell You

H Firkins and Sons Ltd tops the ratings with 415 customer reviews and a sweep score of 9, and they're open Saturdays. SweepSmart follows with 261 reviews and a score of 8.6, also weekend-friendly. Barnet Chimney Sweeps has earned 139 reviews (score 8) but does not open Saturdays, whilst Pearce & Son Chimney Sweeps brings 108 reviews and weekend availability. These scores and review counts reflect years of repeat work and customer trust, but a lower number of reviews doesn't mean lower quality, newer or smaller sweeps build their reputation steadily too.

49 of the 61 sweeps carry ratings; use these as a starting point but read recent reviews for your specific need
40 sweeps open on Saturdays, handy if you work weekdays
54 sweeps have websites, making it easy to check their area and services before you call

Booking Early Avoids the Heating Season Crunch

Greater London's sweeps are busiest from September through December, when homeowners scramble to get chimneys cleared before turning on the heating. Book in late spring or summer, May to August, and you'll find shorter waiting times, more choice of dates, and a calmer atmosphere in which the sweep can do their best work. Many sweeps also offer discounts or bundle deals if you book before the rush. Aim to have your chimney swept before the heating season starts, wood burner or Aga. This timing protects your safety and keeps soot and tar from building up over winter.

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Greater London

Book your chimney sweep between May and August to avoid the September-to-December rush. Sweeps across Greater London are stretched thin in autumn; booking early means faster appointments and a less hurried job. Get your chimney cleared well before you switch on the heating.

General UK booking pattern for chimney sweeps, shown as a guide rather than measured local data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Greater London

Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask before booking a sweep.

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How often should I have my chimney swept?

Open fires should be swept once a year, ideally before the heating season. Wood burners and multi-fuel stoves need sweeping 1 to 2 times per year depending on how much you use them and the wood quality. Gas or oil appliances need less frequent attention, but ask your sweep for advice based on your setup.

What's the difference between a sweep and a CCTV inspection?

A sweep clears soot and debris using a brush and rods; costs run £75 to £150 depending on the appliance. A CCTV inspection uses a camera to spot cracks, blockages or nesting birds without touching the flue; expect £115 to £190. Many sweeps offer both in one visit if you suspect damage.

Do I need a sweep certificate?

Yes, most insurers and many mortgage lenders ask for a sweep certificate as proof that work was done and the flue is clear. Your sweep should supply this as part of the job. Check whether the quote includes it.

Why does a chimney sweep cost more in winter?

Demand spikes in autumn and winter, so sweeps charge premium rates or book weeks ahead. Summer booking costs less and gets you a quicker slot, which is why May to August is ideal for planning ahead.

What if a bird has nested in my chimney?

Bird nest removal costs £100 to £200. If the bird is still there during nesting season (March to August), it's protected by law and your sweep cannot remove it until the birds have left. Contact your sweep early if you suspect a nest; they can advise on timing.

Can I use any sweep, or should I check qualifications?

Any sweep can do basic work, but look for HETAS, NACS or Guild of Master Sweeps membership if you have a wood burner or want structural repairs. Most sweeps carry public liability insurance; always ask to see proof before they start.

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Where the 61 sweeps in Greater London are based.

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