68 Best Chimney Sweeps in Kent [2026 Update]

68 chimney sweeps in 28 towns across Kent, England. Pick your town to see its sweeps ranked by Sweep Score.

68 sweeps
28 towns
2,224 reviews
£65–100 typical sweep

Dave's Chimney Sweep & Stove Installations in Folkestone leads the 68 chimney sweeps in Kent with a Sweep Score of 9.2 and over 500 reviews. Across the county, from coastal Ramsgate and Whitstable to inland Tunbridge Wells, Ashford and Sevenoaks, sweeps offer open fire cleaning, wood burner servicing, CCTV inspections and repairs. Book in late spring or summer to secure your appointment before the September heating rush.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps Across Kent

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

1
Dave's Chimney Sweep & Stove InstallationsFolkestone · 505 reviewsHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record
9.2
Call See in Folkestone
2
Up Yours chimney sweepGillingham · 344 reviewsHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record
8.0
Call See in Gillingham
3
Quality SweepsSevenoaks · 132 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.9
Call See in Sevenoaks
4
Lee Cursons Chimney SweepsWestgate-On-Sea · 128 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.9
Call See in Westgate-On-Sea
5
Clive Scott Chimney SweepsGravesend · 82 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.3
Call See in Gravesend
6
Eynsford Chimney SweepDartford · 75 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.2
Call See in Dartford
7
Harris Chimney SweepTunbridge Wells · 130 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.1
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
8
CC SweepsShawlands · 69 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
7.1
Call See in Shawlands
9
Cleansweep Window & Exterior CleaningRamsgate · 64 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.9
Call See in Ramsgate
10
Kept Swept, Chimneys & GutteringCanterbury · 57 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.8
Call See in Canterbury
11
Forster CWest Malling · 47 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.5
Call See in West Malling
12
Invicta Chimney SweepsMaidstone · 36 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.2
Call See in Maidstone
13
River Chimney SweepDover · 34 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.1
Call See in Dover
14
Harris Chimney ServicesGravesend · 33 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
6.1
Call See in Gravesend
15
Ashford Chimney SweepAshford · 32 reviewsSaturday appointments
6.0
Call See in Ashford
16
Chimney Breast Removal UKDeal · 31 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
6.0
Call See in Deal
17
Flamesure chimney sweepsDover · 27 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.8
Call See in Dover
18
James The SweepTunbridge Wells · 21 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.6
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
19
The English ChimneypieceSevenoaks · 21 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.6
Call See in Sevenoaks
20
Ralph Allard Chimney SweepFolkestone · 20 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.5
Call See in Folkestone
21
Prisley Chimney SweepsGravesend · 13 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.1
Call See in Gravesend
22
K S S Chimney Sweeps LtdAshford · 12 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.0
Call See in Ashford
23
Tenterden Chimney SweepTenterden · 25 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.9
Call See in Tenterden
24
Sweeping Sweeting Chimney SweepRochester · 23 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.9
Call See in Rochester
25
Buckland Chimney SweepsDover · 22 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.8
Call See in Dover
26
Woody's Chimney Sweep ServicesFolkestone · 22 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.8
Call See in Folkestone
27
Chimney Vac ConstructionAshford · 10 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.8
Call See in Ashford
28
Ashford Chimney Services LtdAshford · 9 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.7
Call See in Ashford
29
The Southborough SweepTunbridge Wells · 9 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.7
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
30
Kilbys chimney sweepAshford · 19 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.6
Call See in Ashford
31
Aaron Jury chimney sweepHerne Bay · 8 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.6
Call See in Herne Bay
32
kent chimney sweepingMaidstone · 8 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.6
Call See in Maidstone
33
Mr Cleansweep LtdCranbrook · 8 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.6
Call See in Cranbrook
34
AJSweepsWhitstable · 7 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.5
Call See in Whitstable
35
Hardie SweepsHerne Bay · 13 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.3
Call See in Herne Bay
36
National chimney Sweeping Safety AssociationFolkestone · 13 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.3
See in Folkestone
37
Oaks Chimney SweepSevenoaks · 6 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.3
Call See in Sevenoaks
38
John Bristow Chimney SweepTunbridge Wells · 5 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.2
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
39
Barnie's SweepsSheerness · 10 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.0
Call See in Sheerness
40
Chimney CareTunbridge Wells · 4 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.0
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
41
Phil Croft Chimney SweepTunbridge Wells · 9 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.9
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
42
Yew Cottage Chimney ServicesFaversham · 9 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.9
Call See in Faversham
43
Simon sweeps KentGillingham · 8 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.8
Call See in Gillingham
44
Sooty and Sweeps Chimney Co LtdRamsgate · 3 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
3.8
Call See in Ramsgate
45
Silva Sweeps LtdCranbrook · 6 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.5
Call See in Cranbrook
46
Adam the chimney sweepSevenoaks · 12 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.4
Call See in Sevenoaks
47
KlenesweepBroadstairs · 4 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.2
Call See in Broadstairs
48
Sweeps Up Chimney Services, Stove Installer & Hoist HireBirchington · 1 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.1
Call See in Birchington
49
MH Chimney ServicesAshford · 8 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.0
Call See in Ashford
50
Sharps Chimney ServicesWhitstable · 8 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.0
Call See in Whitstable
51
Champion Chimney SweepsAshford · 3 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
3.0
Call See in Ashford
52
Morgans Chimney Sweep ServicesBroadstairs · 3 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.0
Call See in Broadstairs
53
A.L.SandersWhitstable · 2 reviewsSaturday appointments
2.7
Call See in Whitstable
54
Stephen the SweepNew Romney · 2 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
2.7
Call See in New Romney
55
Kent Chimney Sweep ServiceGillingham · 4 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
2.4
Call See in Gillingham
56
David Fleming Chimney ConsultantCranbrookSaturday appointments
2.4
Call See in Cranbrook
57
Hawkhurst Chimney SweepTunbridge WellsSaturday appointments
2.4
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
58
CleansweepTonbridge · 1 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
2.3
Call See in Tonbridge
59
Man Chimney Repairs Services LtdGillingham · 3 reviewsSaturday appointments
2.2
See in Gillingham
60
J L S Electrical Chimney SweepRamsgate · 2 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.9
Call See in Ramsgate
61
H & G Chimney ServicesMaidstoneSaturday appointments
1.6
Call See in Maidstone
62
Happy Chimney CompanyTunbridge WellsTrying a newer local sweep
1.6
Call See in Tunbridge Wells
63
Instant Chimneys LtdHerne BaySaturday appointments
1.6
Call See in Herne Bay
64
Whites Chimneys and StovesSwanleyTrying a newer local sweep
1.6
Call See in Swanley
65
Leon Constable Chimney Stove & Fireplace ServicesSevenoaks · 1 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.5
Call See in Sevenoaks
66
Medway ChimneysGillingham · 1 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.5
Call See in Gillingham
67
Kent Chimney SweepsChathamTrying a newer local sweep
0.8
Call See in Chatham
68
Tonbridge chimney sweepTonbridgeTrying a newer local sweep
0.8
Call See in Tonbridge

Find a Local Chimney Sweep by Town in Kent

Every town in Kent with at least one listed sweep.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in Kent?

Chimney sweep prices in Kent typically range from £65 to £105 for a standard sweep, depending on wood burner or multi-fuel stove. CCTV inspections and safety checks cost £100 to £170, while repairs such as repointing or fitting a flue liner can run from £335 to over £2000. What affects the cost? The type of appliance, how long it's been since your last sweep, whether heavy tar removal is needed, and the complexity of any repairs. Most sweeps offer fixed pricing for routine work, so call ahead for a quote tailored to your needs.

Typical standard sweep£65 to £1002026 guide price for Kent

Typical chimney sweep prices in Kent
Service	Guide 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.

Top-Rated Sweeps Across Kent's Main Towns

Kent's 68 sweeps include some with hundreds of customer reviews. Dave's Chimney Sweep & Stove Installations in Folkestone has built a strong reputation with over 500 reviews, while Up Yours in Gillingham and Quality Sweeps in Sevenoaks are also well-established. Lee Cursons in Westgate-On-Sea, Clive Scott in Gravesend and Harris Chimney Sweep in Tunbridge Wells all serve their local areas actively. Many sweeps here work Saturdays, making it easier to arrange visits around your schedule.

The directory lists sweeps across Kent's key towns: eight in Tunbridge Wells, seven in Ashford, five each in Gillingham and Sevenoaks, plus coverage in Folkestone, Cranbrook, Dover, Gravesend, Herne Bay, Maidstone, Ramsgate and Whitstable. Smaller towns including Tonbridge, Broadstairs, Birchington, Canterbury and Deal also have registered sweeps on hand.

43 sweeps have websites with booking details or contact forms
43 sweeps offer Saturday appointments
60 of the 68 sweeps have customer ratings on the directory

Rural And Urban Coverage In Kent

Kent's sweeps split between urban and rural areas, with 42 based in built-up centres like Royal Tunbridge Wells, Folkestone, Ramsgate and Whitstable, and 26 serving more scattered rural neighbourhoods. Rural sweeps cover villages including Kemsing, Cheriton, Brasted, Hawkhurst and Rolvenden & Tenterden West, as well as parishes such as Bethersden and Broadstairs and St. Peters. This spread means you're likely to find a local sweep without travelling far.

The directory is organised by postcode and neighbourhood, so searching by your local area or town will show you the nearest available sweeps. Those in more remote spots may find fewer options, but the 26 rural-based sweeps are equipped to travel to scattered properties.

Standard Services And Costs For Kent Sweeps

A standard chimney sweep visit involves a thorough clean of your flue using traditional or rotary methods, depending on what your sweep recommends. Most sweeps in Kent will provide a certificate afterwards, which you'll need for insurance purposes. If you have a wood burner or multi-fuel stove, annual sweeping keeps it running safely and efficiently. For open fires, the frequency depends on use, but most households benefit from at least one sweep per year before the heating season.

Beyond sweeping, many Kent sweeps offer inspections, bird nest removal, safety testing and repairs. Ask whether they can fit a bird guard or cowl to prevent future nesting, supply and fit a flue liner if your chimney needs one, or carry out smoke and draw tests to check performance.

Book in late spring or summer to avoid the busy September to December period
Bring a copy of your last sweep certificate when requesting quotes
Ask if the sweep is accredited to HETAS, NACS, APICS or the Guild of Master Sweeps

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Kent

In Kent, May to August is the ideal window to book a sweep. Book early in this period to secure your preferred date and beat the September to December rush, when most households arrange their heating checks before winter.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Kent

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How often should I have my chimney swept?

Open fires and wood burners should be swept at least once a year, ideally before the heating season starts in autumn. If you use your stove heavily or burn a lot of wet wood, more frequent sweeps help prevent tar buildup. Most sweeps recommend a sweep in late spring or summer.

What does a chimney sweep do?

A chimney sweep cleans the inside of your flue using brushes and rods, or sometimes a rotary power method for stubborn deposits. They'll remove soot, creosote and debris, then provide a certificate. Many also offer CCTV inspections to check for blockages or damage, and can carry out repairs or fit safety equipment like bird guards.

How much does a chimney sweep cost in Kent?

A standard sweep costs £65 to £105 depending on the type of appliance. CCTV inspections run £100 to £170. Bird nest removal, guards and repairs cost more; repointing can be £335 to £1120. Most sweeps quote fixed prices for routine work.

Do I need a chimney inspection?

A visual inspection is part of any sweep. A CCTV inspection using a camera is worth considering if your chimney is blocked, you've noticed smoke backing up, or you're moving to a new property. It costs £100 to £170 and shows exactly what's inside.

What is a sweep certificate?

A sweep certificate is proof that your chimney has been professionally cleaned and checked. You'll need it for your home insurance; many insurers won't cover you if you can't produce one. Your sweep will issue it after the job.

Can I book a chimney sweep on a Saturday?

Yes; 43 of Kent's 68 registered sweeps offer Saturday appointments. Use the directory to search by town or postcode, filter for Saturday availability, and get in touch direct for booking.

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