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9 Best Chimney Sweeps in Woodbridge [Updated 2026]

9 chimney sweeps in Woodbridge, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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£65–95typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Woodbridge

A chimney sweep in Woodbridge typically costs £65 to £95 for an open fire, though wood burners and multi-fuel stoves run £70 to £100. Nine sweeps operate across the town and surrounding villages, Wickham Market, Framlingham, Martlesham and beyond, with eight based in rural areas where solid fuel heating remains the norm. Most can handle routine cleaning, CCTV inspections, bird nest removal and flue work.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Woodbridge Compared

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

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1The Suffolk SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews6.652 reviews—
#2Atlas (Chimney Sweep) LtdChecking services and hours online before you call5.114 reviews—
#3ASHE Chimney SweepChecking services and hours online before you call4.57 reviews—
#4Chimney GreenSaturday appointments4.04 reviews—
#5P Hawes Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.77 reviews—
#6J felton chimney sweepSaturday appointments3.24 reviews—
#7Jon Lockwood Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.03 reviews—
#8Mr Barlow Sweep ServicesTrying a newer local sweep1.6——
#9Clean Sweep Chimney Services suffolkA local sweep you can call direct1.51 reviews—
  1. 1The Suffolk SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews6.6
  2. 2Atlas (Chimney Sweep) LtdChecking services and hours online before you call5.1
  3. 3ASHE Chimney SweepChecking services and hours online before you call4.5
  4. 4Chimney GreenSaturday appointments4.0
  5. 5P Hawes Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.7
  6. 6J felton chimney sweepSaturday appointments3.2
  7. 7Jon Lockwood Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.0
  8. 8Mr Barlow Sweep ServicesTrying a newer local sweep1.6
  9. 9Clean Sweep Chimney Services suffolkA local sweep you can call direct1.5

Woodbridge Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. The Suffolk Sweep

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

6.6Sweep Score

Woodbridge52 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · 28 Victoria Mill Rd, Framlingham, Woodbridge IP13 9EG
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
52 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation6.4
Trust7

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 52 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 6.6/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

2

2. Atlas (Chimney Sweep) Ltd

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.1Sweep Score

Woodbridge14 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · Grundisburgh Rd, Great Bealings, Woodbridge IP13 6PE
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
14 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.4
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: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 5.1/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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3. ASHE Chimney Sweep

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

4.5Sweep Score

Woodbridge7 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · Ashmoor House, Mill Ln, Campsea Ashe, Woodbridge IP13 0PL
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
7 Google reviews
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Recommendation3.3
Trust6.1

Confidence: low

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

Only 7 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 4.5/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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4. Chimney Green

Best for: Saturday appointments

4.0Sweep Score

Woodbridge4 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · Carol Ave, Martlesham, Woodbridge IP12 4SR
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
4 Google reviews
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Recommendation2.6
Trust6.1

Confidence: low

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

Only 4 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 4/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

5

5. P Hawes Chimney Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

3.7Sweep Score

Woodbridge7 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · 24 Broad Rd, Wickham Market, Woodbridge IP13 0RJ
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
7 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation3.3
Trust4.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

Only 7 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 3.7/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

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6. J Felton Chimney Sweep

Best for: Saturday appointments

3.2Sweep Score

Woodbridge4 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · 34 Mill Rd, Woodbridge IP13 8EA
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
4 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation2.6
Trust4.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

Only 4 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 3.2/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

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7. Jon Lockwood Chimney Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

3.0Sweep Score

Woodbridge3 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · 28 Tower Field Rd, Rendlesham, Woodbridge IP12 2UL
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
3 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation2.2
Trust4.1

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

8

8. Mr Barlow Sweep Services

Best for: Trying a newer local sweep

1.6Sweep Score

WoodbridgeNo reviews yet

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · Bawdsey, Woodbridge IP12 3AH
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
No Google reviews yet
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation0
Trust4

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

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

Our take: Scores 1.6/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

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9. Clean Sweep Chimney Services Suffolk

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

1.5Sweep Score

Woodbridge1 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Woodbridge · 1 Wantisden corner, Woodbridge IP12 3PW
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 Woodbridge?

Chimney sweep prices in Woodbridge vary depending on what you need. A basic open fire sweep runs £65 to £95, while wood burners and multi fuel stoves cost £70 to £100. More specialist work, like CCTV inspections (£95 to £160), bird guard fitting (£75 to £160) or chimney pot replacement (£160 to £425), costs more. Factors that move the price include the type of appliance, the condition of your chimney, and whether repairs or additional work surfaces during the sweep.

Typical standard sweep£65 to £952026 guide price for Woodbridge
Chimney sweep Woodbridge prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Woodbridge
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.

Why Most Woodbridge Sweeps Serve Rural Communities

Eight of the nine sweeps registered here are based in rural areas, reflecting the spread of properties across the Deben valley and beyond. Villages like Rendlesham, Laxfield, Great Bealings and Campsey Ash all have access to local sweeps, as do the built-up areas around Framlingham, Martlesham and Wickham Market. This rural focus means sweeps often cover wider territory and longer call-out times, but it also means they're familiar with the older properties and traditional heating systems that are common outside town centres.

Coverage extends across two council areas, East Suffolk and Mid Suffolk, and three constituencies, so postcode matters less here than it would in a densely packed city. Most sweeps are happy to travel to reach you, and five of them open on Saturdays, which is useful for fitting appointments around working week schedules.

The Suffolk Sweep Leads With 52 Reviews

The highest-reviewed business here is The Suffolk Sweep, which has accumulated 52 customer reviews and maintains a strong rating. This volume of feedback gives you a clearer picture of what to expect, consistency, reliability and the kind of service detail that keeps people returning. Five sweeps on this list have websites where you can check their availability, read more about what they offer, and get in touch before booking.

  • Eight of nine sweeps have customer reviews on record
  • Five operate on Saturdays if weekday access is difficult
  • Five maintain active websites for enquiries and booking

Services Beyond The Standard Sweep

Most sweeps in Woodbridge can handle routine chimney cleaning, but many also offer inspections, repairs and installation work. CCTV inspections let you see what's happening inside the flue before or after a sweep, useful if you're concerned about damage or blockages. Bird nest removal (£85 to £170) and guard fitting (£75 to £160) are common requests in rural areas where jackdaws and starlings nest in chimneys during spring and summer.

  • CCTV inspections reveal hidden damage or blockages
  • Bird guards and cowls prevent future nesting problems
  • Flexible flue liners (£955 to £2330) suit older chimneys that can't be swept safely

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Woodbridge

Book your sweep in late spring or summer, May to August is the ideal window. This beats the September-to-December rush when sweeps are busiest, and gets your chimney clean before the heating season starts in autumn.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Woodbridge

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

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How often should I have my chimney swept?

If you use an open fire regularly, sweep it at least once a year before the heating season. Wood burners and multi fuel stoves should be swept more often, typically every 6 to 12 months depending on how frequently you use them. Ask your sweep for a recommendation based on your appliance and fuel type.

What does a CCTV chimney inspection show?

A CCTV inspection lets your sweep see the full length of your flue on a screen. It reveals blockages, cracks, missing mortar, bird nests, and deposits of tar or creosote that might need extra attention. This costs £95 to £160 and is especially useful if you're buying a property or concerned about safety.

Can I sweep my chimney myself?

You can buy a chimney brush and rods, but professional sweeps have the training to spot problems you'd miss and the equipment to do the job safely. They can also provide a certificate of sweep, which your insurance may require and which gives evidence that the work was done properly.

What is a flexible flue liner and when do I need one?

A flexible stainless steel liner is a tube that runs down inside your chimney, protecting it and directing gases safely outside. Older chimneys with damage or bends are often best suited to a liner rather than direct sweeping. Installation costs £955 to £2330 depending on chimney height and condition.

Do I need a bird guard on my chimney?

A bird guard or cowl stops nesting birds (especially jackdaws and starlings) from entering your flue. If you've had a nest removed, fitting a guard (£75 to £160) prevents the problem recurring. During nesting season (roughly March to August), removal must follow wildlife protection rules, so guards are a sensible investment.

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

A normal sweep uses hand rods and a brush to clean the flue. A power or rotary sweep (£95 to £160) uses a motor-driven head to shift stubborn tar deposits and creosote. Your sweep will recommend one based on what's inside your chimney, a CCTV inspection often helps decide.

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