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13 Best Chimney Sweeps in Southampton: Local Pros Compared

13 chimney sweeps in Southampton, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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8open Saturdays
£65–100typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Southampton

Southampton's 13 rated chimney sweeps serve neighbourhoods from Park Gate and Peartree to Botley, Shirley and Hamble-le-Rice. All are based in urban areas, making them accessible a CCTV inspection, or work on a damaged pot or flue. With 559 customer reviews across the directory and eight sweeps open Saturdays, you can find someone who fits your schedule and budget.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Southampton Compared

Compare the top picks side by side. Full write-ups follow below.

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1Chimneypots Estate AgentsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews8.0141 reviews—
#2Goodfires Chimney Sweeping LtdAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.8116 reviews—
#3Master Chimney Sweep & Pest ControlAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.8115 reviews—
#4R.B Chimney SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews6.856 reviews—
#5Stove Installations D&D Chimney SweepsSaturday appointments6.444 reviews—
#6AA Chimney ServiceChecking services and hours online before you call5.621 reviews—
#7Reeve Chimney Sweeping ServicesSaturday appointments5.621 reviews—
#8Hants Chimney Sweep ServicesSaturday appointments5.520 reviews—
#9Crowley Chimney sweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.419 reviews—
#10West Chimney Inspection Services LtdSaturday appointments2.23 reviews—
  1. 1Chimneypots Estate AgentsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews8.0
  2. 2Goodfires Chimney Sweeping LtdAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.8
  3. 3Master Chimney Sweep & Pest ControlAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.8
  4. 4R.B Chimney SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews6.8
  5. 5Stove Installations D&D Chimney SweepsSaturday appointments6.4
  6. 6AA Chimney ServiceChecking services and hours online before you call5.6
  7. 7Reeve Chimney Sweeping ServicesSaturday appointments5.6
  8. 8Hants Chimney Sweep ServicesSaturday appointments5.5
  9. 9Crowley Chimney sweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.4
  10. 10West Chimney Inspection Services LtdSaturday appointments2.2

Southampton Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. Chimneypots Estate Agents

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

8.0Sweep Score

Southampton141 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 32 Bridge Rd, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GF
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
141 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation8
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 141 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Our top pick in this area. A Sweep Score of 8/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

2

2. Goodfires Chimney Sweeping Ltd

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.8Sweep Score

Southampton116 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · Portsdown View, Addison Rd, Sarisbury Green, Southampton SO31 7ER
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
116 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation7.7
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 116 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 7.8/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

3

3. Master Chimney Sweep & Pest Control

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.8Sweep Score

Southampton115 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 48 Acacia Rd, Southampton SO19 7LB
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
115 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation7.6
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 115 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 7.8/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

4

4. R.B Chimney Sweep

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

6.8Sweep Score

Southampton56 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 11 Estridge Cl, Bursledon, Southampton SO31 8FN
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
56 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation6.5
Trust7.1

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 56 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 4 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 6.8/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

5

5. Stove Installations D&D Chimney Sweeps

Best for: Saturday appointments

6.4Sweep Score

Southampton44 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 15 Causeway Cres, Totton, Southampton SO40 3AZ
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
44 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation6.1
Trust6.9

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 44 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 5 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 6.4/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

6

6. AA Chimney Service

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.6Sweep Score

Southampton21 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 62 Rampart Rd, Southampton SO18 1AG
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
21 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation5
Trust6.4

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 21 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 6 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 5.6/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

7

7. Reeve Chimney Sweeping Services

Best for: Saturday appointments

5.6Sweep Score

Southampton21 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 25 Abraham Cl, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 2RQ
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
21 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation5
Trust6.4

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 21 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 7 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 5.6/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

8

8. Hants Chimney Sweep Services

Best for: Saturday appointments

5.5Sweep Score

Southampton20 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 13A Proctor Cl, Thornhill, Southampton SO19 6JL
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
20 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.9
Trust6.4

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 20 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 8 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 5.5/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

9

9. Crowley Chimney Sweeps

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.4Sweep Score

Southampton19 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 4 Kellett Rd, Upper Shirley, Southampton SO15 7PR
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
19 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.8
Trust6.4

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

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Ranked 9 of 13 with a Sweep Score of 5.4/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

10

10. West Chimney Inspection Services Ltd

Best for: Saturday appointments

2.2Sweep Score

Southampton3 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 18, Mitchell Point, 19 Ensign Way, Hamble-le-Rice, Southampton SO31 4RF
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
3 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation2.2
Trust2.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Opening hours published
  • Open on Saturdays

Watch Out For

Only 3 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 2.2/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

11

11. CLEAN SWEEP /Stoves and Fireplaces

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

1.5Sweep Score

Southampton1 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 48 Acacia Rd, Southampton SO19 7LB
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
1 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation1.1
Trust2

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way

Watch Out For

Only 1 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 1.5/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

12

12. Jhim Chimney

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

1.5Sweep Score

Southampton1 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · Ringwood Rd, Totton, Southampton SO40 8BZ
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
1 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation1.1
Trust2

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way

Watch Out For

Only 1 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 1.5/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

13

13. The Chimney Man

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

1.5Sweep Score

Southampton1 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Southampton · 16 Lyndale Rd, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 6QN
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
1 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation1.1
Trust2

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way

Watch Out For

Only 1 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 1.5/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in Southampton?

Chimney sweep costs in Southampton vary depending on what you're having done. A straightforward sweep of an open fire runs £65 to £100, while wood burners and multi-fuel stoves cost £75 to £105. If you want a full CCTV inspection to spot hidden problems, expect £100 to £170. Bigger jobs like chimney pot replacement (£170 to £450) or a flexible flue liner (£1010 to £2465) will cost more. The price moves with the type of appliance, how much soot and tar is in there, and whether you need any extras like a bird guard fitted or a second flue done at the same time.

Typical standard sweep£65 to £1002026 guide price for Southampton
Chimney sweep Southampton prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Southampton
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 Southampton Sweeps Cover: City Neighbourhoods and Nearby Towns

The 13 sweeps registered here all work across Southampton itself, covering neighbourhoods from Peartree and Titchfield Common in the north down to Hamble and Netley in the south. You'll find them in and around Totton Central, Botley, Shirley, Thornhill and Bitterne Park. Because they're based in urban areas, they're well equipped for the mix of Victorian terraces with original chimney stacks and modern homes with gas or wood-burning systems.

If you're just outside Southampton, several sweeps also serve nearby towns. Eastleigh is only 5 miles away with 3 sweeps of its own. Fareham (9 miles) has 2, Lee-On-The-Solent (10 miles) has 1, and Gosport (11 miles) has 2. Lymington and Romsey are slightly further but still within reach. If your postcode is SO31, SO19, SO40, SO18, SO30 or SO15, check whether the sweep you're eyeing covers your area.

Booking Before September: Beat the Southampton Autumn Rush

Southampton sweeps get busy from September onwards as households turn their heating on and finally book that overdue sweep. The smart move is to book in late spring or summer, between May and August, when most sweeps have free slots and can see you quickly. You'll also get your chimney checked and cleaned before the heating season starts, which means no nasty surprises on a cold October morning.

Eight of the 13 sweeps here are open on Saturdays, which makes it easier to fit an appointment around work. If weekends matter to you, ask whether they can visit before you book.

  • Book May to August to avoid the September to December rush
  • Get your sweep done before heating season to spot problems early
  • Eight local sweeps open Saturdays; check availability first

Sweeping Frequency and When You Actually Need a Professional

How often you sweep depends on what you burn. Open fires and wood burners used regularly need sweeping once a year, ideally before you start using them in autumn. Multi-fuel stoves and Agas should be swept annually too. If you use gas fires or boilers with a balanced flue, sweeping is less critical but a yearly inspection is still a good idea to catch any damage to the pot, flashing or lining.

Most sweeps can also offer a smoke test (£45 to £80) to check your draw, or a CCTV inspection (£100 to £170) if you suspect a blockage or damage. Bird nests are common in spring and summer; they're protected by law during the breeding season, so removal must be done carefully by someone who knows the rules.

  • Wood burners and open fires: sweep once a year, before heating season
  • Gas appliances: less frequent but annual checks still recommended
  • CCTV inspection catches hidden problems like blockages or damaged liners
  • Bird nests are protected; ask whether the sweep handles seasonal removal safely

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Southampton

Book your sweep between May and August to claim an available slot before the September rush. You'll get your chimney cleaned and checked before heating season starts, spotting any problems while sweeps still have breathing room.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Southampton

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How much does a chimney sweep cost in Southampton?

A basic sweep of an open fire costs £65 to £100. Wood burners and multi-fuel stoves are £75 to £105. A CCTV inspection to check the flue for damage runs £100 to £170. Bigger jobs like chimney pot replacement (£170 to £450) or a full flue liner (£1010 to £2465) cost more.

How often should I have my chimney swept?

Sweep open fires and wood burners once a year before heating season. Multi-fuel stoves and Agas should also be swept annually. Gas appliances need less frequent sweeping but a yearly inspection is still sensible to catch any damage to the pot or flashing.

What's included in a chimney inspection?

Most sweeps offer a basic visual check as part of a sweep. A full CCTV inspection (£100 to £170) shows you the inside of the flue on screen so you can spot blockages, damage to the lining, or loose mortar in the stack. This is especially useful if you've noticed poor draw or suspect a problem.

Can a sweep remove a bird nest from my chimney?

Yes, but timing matters. Bird nests are protected by law during breeding season, so removal must be done safely and legally. Ask whether the sweep knows the rules. Most can handle it, but book early or wait until the birds have left.

Do I need a sweeping certificate?

You don't legally need one, but your insurer may ask for proof that you've had a sweep. A sweeping certificate shows the flue was clear and fit to use. Ask the sweep for one after they finish.

What should I look for when choosing a Southampton chimney sweep?

Check their reviews and how many customers have rated them. Nine of the 13 sweeps here have their own website, which is handy for booking and seeing what they offer. If you need a Saturday appointment, eight are open then. Ring them first to confirm they cover your postcode and can fit you in before September.

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