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10 Best Chimney Sweeps in Bury Saint Edmunds [2026 Update]

10 chimney sweeps in Bury Saint Edmunds, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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2open Saturdays
£65–95typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Bury Saint Edmunds

Ten chimney sweeps operate in Bury Saint Edmunds, with 318 customer reviews between them guiding your choice. Seven are based in rural areas around Stanton, Ixworth, and Thurston; three work from the town itself. Most cover the IP29 to IP33 postcode districts across West Suffolk and Mid Suffolk. wood burner service, CCTV inspection, or repairs, you'll find the full range of services here. Eight of the ten have established review histories to help you decide.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Bury Saint Edmunds Compared

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

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1MJ SweepsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.9125 reviews—
#2The Good SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.7104 reviews—
#3Eco Sweep Chimney ServicesChecking services and hours online before you call5.723 reviews—
#4Phillips Aerials & Chimney SweepChecking services and hours online before you call5.419 reviews—
#5Jessy Woodburn Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.418 reviews—
#6PB Sweeps,Checking services and hours online before you call5.215 reviews—
#7Cook's Chimney SweepA local sweep you can call direct3.56 reviews—
#8ChimneymattersA local sweep you can call direct3.08 reviews—
#9A Clean SweepTrying a newer local sweep0.8——
#10West Suffolk Chimney SweepTrying a newer local sweep0.8——
  1. 1MJ SweepsAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.9
  2. 2The Good SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.7
  3. 3Eco Sweep Chimney ServicesChecking services and hours online before you call5.7
  4. 4Phillips Aerials & Chimney SweepChecking services and hours online before you call5.4
  5. 5Jessy Woodburn Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.4
  6. 6PB Sweeps,Checking services and hours online before you call5.2
  7. 7Cook's Chimney SweepA local sweep you can call direct3.5
  8. 8ChimneymattersA local sweep you can call direct3.0
  9. 9A Clean SweepTrying a newer local sweep0.8
  10. 10West Suffolk Chimney SweepTrying a newer local sweep0.8

Bury Saint Edmunds Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. MJ Sweeps

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.9Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds125 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 12 Saddlers Yard, Ixworth, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2HY
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
125 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation7.8
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 125 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 7.9/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

2

2. The Good Sweep

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.7Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds104 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 1 Lodge Cl, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2SL
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
104 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation7.5
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 104 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 7.7/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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3. Eco Sweep Chimney Services

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.7Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds23 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · Willow Cottage, Pakenham Rd, Thurston, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 3QJ
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
23 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation5.1
Trust6.5

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 23 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 5.7/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

4

4. Phillips Aerials & Chimney Sweep

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.4Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds19 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 20 Vinery Rd, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 2JT
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

Watch Out For

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

Our take: Ranked 4 of 10 with a Sweep Score of 5.4/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

5

5. Jessy Woodburn Chimney Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.4Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds18 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · Bury Ln, Stanton, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2DF
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
18 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.7
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 5 of 10 with a Sweep Score of 5.4/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

6

6. PB Sweeps,

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.2Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds15 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 54, Rougham, Bury Saint Edmunds IP30 9LG
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
15 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.5
Trust6.3

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

Watch Out For

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

Our take: Ranked 6 of 10 with a Sweep Score of 5.2/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

7

7. Cook's Chimney Sweep

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

3.5Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds6 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · Gilbert Rd, Stanton, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2AU
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
6 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation3.1
Trust4.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services

Watch Out For

Only 6 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 3.5/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

8

8. Chimneymatters

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

3.0Sweep Score

Bury Saint Edmunds8 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · Ibstocks, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 4BE
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
8 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation3.5
Trust2.2

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

Only 8 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 3/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

9

9. A Clean Sweep

Best for: Trying a newer local sweep

0.8Sweep Score

Bury Saint EdmundsNo reviews yet

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 45 Victoria St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 3BD
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
No Google reviews yet
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation0
Trust2

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

No Google reviews yet. Ask for references or recent customers you can speak to.

Our take: Scores 0.8/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

10

10. West Suffolk Chimney Sweep

Best for: Trying a newer local sweep

0.8Sweep Score

Bury Saint EdmundsNo reviews yet

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bury Saint Edmunds · 37 Darcy Cl, Bury Saint Edmunds IP32 7ET
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
No Google reviews yet
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation0
Trust2

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

No Google reviews yet. Ask for references or recent customers you can speak to.

Our take: Scores 0.8/10, 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 Bury Saint Edmunds?

Chimney sweep prices in Bury Saint Edmunds reflect the type of appliance and work needed. A basic open fire sweep costs £65 to £95, while wood burners and multi-fuel stoves run £70 to £100. CCTV inspections, which identify blockages and structural issues, fall between £95 and £160. What moves the price is the complexity of the job: power sweeping for heavy tar buildup costs £95 to £160, and repairs like chimney pot replacement (£160 to £425) or stack repointing (£320 to £1,060) are significantly higher. Specialist work such as flexible flue liner installation reaches £955 to £2,330.

Typical standard sweep£65 to £952026 guide price for Bury Saint Edmunds
Chimney sweep Bury Saint Edmunds prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Bury Saint Edmunds
ServiceGuide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue£65 to £95
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean£70 to £100
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble£85 to £125
Second flue on the same visitDiscount for an extra flue at the same address£30 to £55
Power (rotary) sweep for heavy tarFor glazed or tarred flues a brush cannot shift£95 to £160
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage£95 to £160
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls£40 to £75
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked£95 to £160
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth£85 to £170
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent£75 to £160
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra£160 to £425
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent£320 to £1060
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent£955 to £2330

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

Seven Rural Sweeps and Three Urban Options in Bury Saint Edmunds

The distribution of sweeps across the area reflects Suffolk's mix of town and countryside. Seven sweeps are based in rural parishes and villages including Stanton, Ixworth, Rougham, and Great Barton, while three operate from Bury Saint Edmunds town itself. This split means you may find a sweep particularly close to your home, especially if you're in one of the outlying areas like Thurston or Chedburgh & Chevington. Rural sweeps often serve multiple parishes and the wider West Suffolk and Mid Suffolk council areas, so check whether your specific postcode is within their range.

  • Seven sweeps based in rural areas; three in Bury Saint Edmunds town
  • Coverage spans IP29, IP30, IP31, IP32 and IP33 postcodes
  • Nearby towns like Stowmarket (10 miles) and Brandon (15 miles) have additional sweeps if local traders are fully booked

MJ Sweeps and The Good Sweep Lead Customer Feedback

MJ Sweeps tops the local list with 125 reviews and a score of 7.9, followed closely by The Good Sweep with 104 reviews and 7.7. Both have websites where you can find booking details and service information. The Good Sweep is one of only two sweeps in the area open on Saturdays, which suits those who work weekdays. Beyond these two, customer reviews thin out considerably: the next traders have between 6 and 23 reviews each, offering less public feedback to assess.

  • MJ Sweeps: 125 reviews, 7.9 score
  • The Good Sweep: 104 reviews, 7.7 score; open Saturdays
  • Eight of ten sweeps have customer reviews; two have no ratings yet

Booking Ahead and Scheduling Your Sweep

Booking a sweep in late spring or early summer gives you the best choice of dates and avoids the September-to-December rush. Only two sweeps in Bury Saint Edmunds open on Saturdays, so weekday availability may limit your options unless you can be flexible. Most sweeps can perform a standard sweep in under an hour, though CCTV inspections and repairs will take longer. Ask your chosen sweep whether they can fit a second flue on the same visit (typically £30 to £55 extra) if you have multiple chimneys or flues to clear.

  • Book May to August to beat the autumn heating season demand
  • Only two sweeps offer Saturday appointments in Bury Saint Edmunds
  • Most sweeps have websites; phone or email to confirm availability

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Bury Saint Edmunds

Book your sweep between May and August to secure a date before the heating season rush. September through December is busy across Suffolk, and appointments fill quickly. Two sweeps here open Saturdays, but weekday slots are more common, so early booking improves your chances of a convenient time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Bury Saint Edmunds

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How often should I have my chimney swept?

An open fireplace used regularly should be swept at least once a year. If you burn wood, sweep before the heating season starts in autumn. Multi-fuel stoves and Agas have similar needs. Oil or gas appliances may require less frequent sweeping but should still be checked annually. Your sweep can advise on your specific setup.

What does a CCTV chimney inspection show?

A CCTV inspection reveals blockages, bird nests, structural cracks, tar buildup, and other defects inside the flue that a camera can see. It costs £95 to £160 and is particularly useful if your chimney is drawing poorly or you're buying a property. The footage gives you a clear picture of any repair work needed.

Do I need a chimney sweep certificate?

A professional sweep provides a sweeping certificate confirming the work was completed. This records the date and flue type. Keep it for your records and insurance. If you use a solid fuel appliance, your insurer may require proof of annual sweeping.

What is a flexible flue liner and why would I need one?

A flexible flue liner is a metal tube inserted into a damaged or unsuitable chimney to safely vent appliances. It costs £955 to £2,330 fitted. You may need one if your chimney is cracked, misaligned, or no longer suited to your heating system. A sweep can recommend one after inspection.

Can a sweep remove a bird nest from my chimney?

Yes; bird nest removal costs £85 to £170. However, many wild birds are legally protected during nesting season (spring and summer). A sweep will know the rules and can advise whether removal is possible now or must wait until autumn. Installing a bird guard or cowl (£75 to £160) prevents nests returning.

What's the difference between a standard sweep and a power sweep?

A standard sweep uses hand tools and brushes to clear soot and debris. A power (rotary) sweep uses mechanical rotation and costs £95 to £160, ideal for heavy tar or creosote buildup. Ask your sweep which method suits your chimney after they assess it.

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