40 Best Chimney Sweeps in Lincolnshire [2026 Update]

40 chimney sweeps in 20 towns across Lincolnshire, England. Pick your town to see its sweeps ranked by Sweep Score.

40 sweeps
20 towns
862 reviews
£60–85 typical sweep

A chimney sweep in Lincolnshire costs £60 to £85 for an open fire, though wood burners and stoves run £60 to £90. The county has 40 sweeps spread across Lincoln, Grimsby, Spalding and smaller villages like Haxey and Langtoft. Nearly three in five open Saturdays, making weekend bookings feasible. Most work rural patches, so oil or gas, a local sweep will know your flue.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps Across Lincolnshire

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

1
The Flue Master Chimney SweepSleaford · 184 reviewsHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record
8.2
Call See in Sleaford
2
Lincoln chimney sweepLincoln · 140 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
8.0
Call See in Lincoln
3
Bretburn Chimney ServicesSpalding · 66 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.2
Call See in Spalding
4
Brush and Co. Chimney Sweeping.Grimsby · 33 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
6.1
Call See in Grimsby
5
Sweep SmartLincoln · 59 reviewsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews
6.0
Call See in Lincoln
6
DJ Chimney Sweep ServiceBourne · 29 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.9
Call See in Bourne
7
Charlie's ChimneysLangtoft · 26 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.8
Call See in Langtoft
8
Spectrum Chimney SweepsLouth · 22 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.6
Call See in Louth
9
DJ Chimney Sweep ServiceGrantham · 19 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.4
Call See in Grantham
10
Trent Chimney ServicesGainsborough · 17 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.3
Call See in Gainsborough
11
D.M.B. Chimney Sweeping ServiceAlford · 30 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
5.2
Call See in Alford
12
CHIMNEY SWEEP ACADEMYSkegness · 13 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.1
Call See in Skegness
13
Chimneys Uk Sweeps & Stove InstallationsGrimsby · 27 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.0
See in Grimsby
14
Neil Wade Chimney & StovesSpalding · 27 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
5.0
Call See in Spalding
15
Clean & Clear ChimneysSpalding · 12 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.0
Call See in Spalding
16
County Chimney Specialists LtdMarket Rasen · 10 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.8
Call See in Market Rasen
17
RapidVac Chimney SweepsGrimsby · 10 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.8
Call See in Grimsby
18
Mr Chimney SweepsSpalding · 8 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.6
Call See in Spalding
19
Mr Mole's Chimney SweepingLincoln · 8 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.6
Call See in Lincoln
20
Lindum Chimney Sweeps LincolnLincoln · 7 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.5
Call See in Lincoln
21
Mission sweepGainsborough · 7 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.5
Call See in Gainsborough
22
Country StovesBoston · 14 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.3
Call See in Boston
23
She Sweeps Chimney CareLincoln · 13 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.3
Call See in Lincoln
24
Meadow Chimney Sweeping ServicesGrantham · 6 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
4.3
Call See in Grantham
25
LTG Stove installations & Chimney sweepsGrimsby · 5 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.2
Call See in Grimsby
26
Smith Chimney SweepsBrigg · 5 reviewsSaturday appointments
4.2
Call See in Brigg
27
AJF Stoves and SweepsLincoln · 11 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
4.1
Call See in Lincoln
28
Lincs Chimney SweepsGrimsby · 11 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.1
Call See in Grimsby
29
Sweep Em CleanMablethorpe · 10 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
4.0
Call See in Mablethorpe
30
BroomRaider chimney sweeping servicesMarket Rasen · 4 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.2
Call See in Market Rasen
31
Home Sweep HomesSleaford · 4 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.2
Call See in Sleaford
32
Martin Tawn Chimney Sweeping ServiceSpalding · 9 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.1
Call See in Spalding
33
The Chimney Sweeping CompanyScunthorpe · 8 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
3.0
Call See in Scunthorpe
34
Ash Tree Chimney SweepHaxey · 2 reviewsSaturday appointments
2.7
Call See in Haxey
35
True SweepEpworth · 2 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.7
Call See in Epworth
36
Wolds Chimney SweepsLouth · 1 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
2.3
Call See in Louth
37
Axholme Chimney SweepingHaxey · 2 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.9
Call See in Haxey
38
Woodnook Chimney ServiceGrantham · 1 reviewsA local sweep you can call direct
1.5
Call See in Grantham
39
A Clean SweepBarnetbyTrying a newer local sweep
0.8
Call See in Barnetby
40
RJC Chimney SolutionsLong BenningtonTrying a newer local sweep
0.8
Call See in Long Bennington

Find a Local Chimney Sweep by Town in Lincolnshire

Every town in Lincolnshire with at least one listed sweep.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in Lincolnshire?

Lincolnshire sweeps charge within consistent ranges depending on what needs doing. A standard sweep of an open fire or wood burner runs £60 to £90, while servicing a range cooker or Aga is typically £75 to £115. CCTV inspections cost £85 to £145, and larger jobs like chimney pot replacement (£145 to £385) or stack repointing (£290 to £960) vary by damage and access. Get a quote from your chosen sweep to confirm the exact price for your property and what's needed.

Typical standard sweep£60 to £852026 guide price for Lincolnshire

Typical chimney sweep prices in Lincolnshire
Service	Guide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue	£60 to £85
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean	£60 to £90
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble	£75 to £115
Second flue on the same visitDiscount for an extra flue at the same address	£30 to £50
Power (rotary) sweep for heavy tarFor glazed or tarred flues a brush cannot shift	£85 to £145
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage	£85 to £145
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls	£40 to £65
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked	£85 to £145
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth	£75 to £155
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent	£65 to £145
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra	£145 to £385
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent	£290 to £960
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent	£865 to £2110

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

Why Rural Lincolnshire Sweeps Outnumber Urban Ones

Across Lincolnshire's six council areas, 29 of the 40 sweeps work in rural locations, while only 11 are based in built-up zones like Grimsby and the outskirts of Lincoln. This pattern reflects Lincolnshire's landscape and the heating needs of its dispersed communities. Rural properties, particularly older farmhouses and cottages, often rely on solid fuel or oil heating and need reliable local sweeps who understand the quirks of chimney systems in traditional buildings.

If you're in a village like Welton, Metheringham, or Bracebridge Heath, you'll typically find a sweep operating nearby rather than having to call further afield. Even smaller parishes such as Silk Willoughby and Haxey are served by the network. Urban residents in Lincoln and Spalding benefit from higher sweep density, though the overall distribution means most of Lincolnshire has good coverage.

Highest-Rated Sweeps Across Lincolnshire

The Flue Master in Sleaford tops the rankings with 184 customer reviews and a score of 8.2 out of 10, suggesting reliability and consistent workmanship. Lincoln chimney sweep follows closely with 140 reviews and 8.0, serving the county's largest town with strong reputation. Bretburn Chimney Services in Spalding and Brush and Co. in Grimsby both hold solid ratings despite fewer reviews, indicating they deliver quality work even if less widely publicised.

Smaller operators like DJ Chimney Sweep Service in Bourne and Charlie's Chimneys in Langtoft maintain scores above 5.8, showing that reputation isn't just about volume. Many sweeps offer online booking and weekend availability, so you can arrange visits to suit your schedule.

22 of 40 sweeps open on Saturdays for flexible scheduling
25 have functioning websites for quotes and booking
38 out of 40 carry customer reviews, totalling 862 across the directory

What Moves the Price of a Sweep in Lincolnshire

The type of flue system you have is the primary price driver. A straightforward open fire sweep sits at the lower end, while a power sweep for heavy tar buildup costs £85 to £145 because it requires specialist equipment and takes longer. Adding a second flue on the same visit is cheaper, £30 to £50, than booking a separate trip, making it sensible to tackle multiple chimneys together.

Repairs and fittings push costs higher. A bird guard or cowl fitted runs £65 to £145 depending on access and chimney height. Chimney pot replacement averages £145 to £385, and stack repointing (needed when mortar has worn) ranges from £290 to £960 based on how much work the stack needs. Always ask your sweep to inspect before quoting on repairs, so there are no surprises.

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Lincolnshire

Book your sweep between May and August to avoid the September-to-December rush when heating season approaches. Most Lincolnshire sweeps are busiest in autumn, so an early-summer visit ensures you're ready before winter and guarantees faster turnaround times.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Lincolnshire

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How often should I have my chimney swept in Lincolnshire?

If you use an open fire or wood burner regularly, sweep it at least once a year before the heating season. Oil-fired systems need sweeping every year too. Gas appliances require sweeping less often, typically every two years, unless your sweep advises otherwise after inspection.

What does a CCTV chimney inspection show?

A CCTV inspection (£85 to £145) lets your sweep see inside the flue without climbing, spotting blockages, cracks, missing mortar, or bird nests. It's useful if you're buying a property, moving to a new house, or if your chimney isn't drawing properly. The sweep will explain what they find and recommend fixes.

Can a sweep remove a bird nest from my chimney?

Yes, most sweeps offer bird nest removal for £75 to £155. However, during the nesting season (March to August), nests with active birds are legally protected. Your sweep will either wait until the season ends or fit a guard to prevent new nesting after removal.

Should I get a sweeping certificate after a visit?

Yes. Your sweep should provide a certificate confirming they've swept your chimney and that it's safe to use. Insurance companies and landlords often require this as proof of maintenance. Ask for it when you book.

What's the difference between a wood burner service and a sweep?

A sweep clears soot and debris from the flue (£60 to £90). A full annual service (£85 to £145) includes the sweep plus checking the stove's door seals, grates, and baffles to ensure it's running safely and efficiently. Most owners benefit from a full service before winter.

Do I need a chimney lining if my flue is old?

Not always, but if your chimney is cracked, damaged, or doesn't meet current safety standards, a flexible flue liner (£865 to £2110) can restore it safely. Your sweep's inspection will tell you if lining is necessary or just recommended for reassurance.

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