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12 Best Chimney Sweeps in Salisbury: Trusted Local Experts

12 chimney sweeps in Salisbury, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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170Google reviews analysed
6open Saturdays
£60–90typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Salisbury

Vacuumsweep leads the chimney sweep Salisbury rankings with a Sweep Score of 6.5 out of 10, backed by 48 customer reviews. Twelve sweeps operate across the town and its parishes, seven in the urban centre, five in rural areas like Durrington, Laverstock and Bishopstone. Together they've earned 170 reviews. Whether you live near the Till Valley or Old Sarum, you'll find a local option. Timing your booking and understanding what to expect matters.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Salisbury Compared

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

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1VacuumsweepChecking services and hours online before you call6.548 reviews—
#2Sarum SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.520 reviews—
#3TP's ChimneysChecking services and hours online before you call5.215 reviews—
#4Oak and Ember Chimney Sweep Co.Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.128 reviews—
#5Complete SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.114 reviews—
#6Stonehenge Chimney Sweep & Stove InstallersA local sweep you can call direct4.720 reviews—
#7The Salisbury SweepA local sweep you can call direct3.77 reviews—
#8Loverly SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.11 reviews—
#9A1 Wrights Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.03 reviews—
#10D A WRIGHT's CHIMNEY SERVICESA local sweep you can call direct2.65 reviews—
  1. 1VacuumsweepChecking services and hours online before you call6.5
  2. 2Sarum SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.5
  3. 3TP's ChimneysChecking services and hours online before you call5.2
  4. 4Oak and Ember Chimney Sweep Co.Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.1
  5. 5Complete SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.1
  6. 6Stonehenge Chimney Sweep & Stove InstallersA local sweep you can call direct4.7
  7. 7The Salisbury SweepA local sweep you can call direct3.7
  8. 8Loverly SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.1
  9. 9A1 Wrights Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday3.0
  10. 10D A WRIGHT's CHIMNEY SERVICESA local sweep you can call direct2.6

Salisbury Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

1

1. Vacuumsweep

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

6.5Sweep Score

Salisbury48 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 9 Avondown Rd, Durrington, Salisbury SP4 8ET
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
48 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation6.3
Trust7

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 48 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 6.5/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

2

2. Sarum Sweeps

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.5Sweep Score

Salisbury20 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 117 Westwood Rd, Salisbury SP2 9HN
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
20 Google reviews
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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: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 5.5/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

3

3. TP's Chimneys

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

5.2Sweep Score

Salisbury15 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · Downview, Great Wishford, Salisbury SP2 0NX
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
15 Google reviews
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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: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 5.2/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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4. Oak and Ember Chimney Sweep Co.

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.1Sweep Score

Salisbury28 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · North Ln, Salisbury SP5 2BU
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
28 Google reviews
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Recommendation5.4
Trust4.6

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 28 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Opening hours published
  • Open on Saturdays

Watch Out For

No website listed, so confirm services, trade body membership and insurance by phone.

Our take: Ranked 4 of 12 with a Sweep Score of 5.1/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

5

5. Complete Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.1Sweep Score

Salisbury14 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · Sanclive, Chapel Ln, Salisbury SP5 4BT
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
  • 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 12 with a Sweep Score of 5.1/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

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6. Stonehenge Chimney Sweep & Stove Installers

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

4.7Sweep Score

Salisbury20 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 6 Coronation Rd, Salisbury SP4 8EB
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
20 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4.9
Trust4.4

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 20 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

No website listed, so confirm services, trade body membership and insurance by phone.

Our take: Ranked 6 of 12 with a Sweep Score of 4.7/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

7

7. The Salisbury Sweep

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

3.7Sweep Score

Salisbury7 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 2 The Oakbournes, Bishopdown, Salisbury SP1 3FZ
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

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.

8

8. Loverly Sweeps

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

3.1Sweep Score

Salisbury1 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · School Rd, Lover, Salisbury SP5 2PW
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
1 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation1.1
Trust6

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

Our take: Scores 3.1/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

9

9. A1 Wrights Chimney Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

3.0Sweep Score

Salisbury3 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 20, Bungalow Pk, Holders Rd, Amesbury, Salisbury SP4 7PJ
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.

10

10. D A WRIGHT's CHIMNEY SERVICES

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

2.6Sweep Score

Salisbury5 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 100 Wyndham Rd, Salisbury SP1 3AQ
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
5 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation2.9
Trust2.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

Only 5 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 2.6/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

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11. Mundy W Building Contractors Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Repair Ltd

Best for: Saturday appointments

2.6Sweep Score

Salisbury5 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · Unit 6, The Centurion Centre, Castlegate Business Park, Old Sarum, Salisbury SP4 6QX
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
5 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation2.9
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 5 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 2.6/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

12

12. Flexi Sweep

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

2.4Sweep Score

Salisbury4 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Salisbury · 51A Heath Rd, Salisbury SP2 9JU
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
4 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation2.6
Trust2.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

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

Watch Out For

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

Our take: Scores 2.4/10, 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 Salisbury?

Chimney sweep costs in Salisbury typically range from £60 to £90 for an open fire, rising to £65 to £95 for a wood burner or multi-fuel stove. A CCTV inspection runs £90 to £155, useful if you're unsure about your flue condition. Larger jobs like chimney stack repointing (£305 to £1,020) or flexible flue liner installation (£920 to £2,245) depend heavily on how much work your chimney needs. Factors that shift the price include the fuel type you burn, how long since your last sweep, and whether you need repairs alongside cleaning.

Typical standard sweep£60 to £902026 guide price for Salisbury
Chimney sweep Salisbury prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Salisbury
ServiceGuide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue£60 to £90
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean£65 to £95
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble£80 to £120
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£90 to £155
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage£90 to £155
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls£40 to £70
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked£90 to £155
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth£80 to £165
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent£70 to £155
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra£155 to £410
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent£305 to £1020
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent£920 to £2245

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

Book Your Salisbury Sweep: May to August Beats the Rush

Six of Salisbury's twelve sweeps keep Saturday hours, making weekday-friendly scheduling less of a barrier. Yet the real advantage goes to those who book early. Late spring and summer (May through August) is when most sweeps have their shortest waiting lists. Book then, and you'll beat the September-to-December rush when heating season looms and every homeowner suddenly needs their chimney cleared.

Once you've called ahead, expect a straightforward visit lasting 30 to 60 minutes for a routine sweep. The sweep will protect your room with sheets, sweep the flue from above or below depending on your setup, and remove the debris. Most will also check for obvious damage and advise you if anything needs attention.

  • Half the Salisbury directory is open Saturdays; call in advance to confirm your preferred time
  • Book May to August to avoid the autumn rush and ensure faster service
  • A standard sweep takes under an hour and leaves minimal mess when done properly

What Drives Costs for Specialist Work in Salisbury

A simple sweep is one thing; chimney repairs or upgrades are another. If your sweep spots a blockage or damaged flue during a £90 to £155 CCTV inspection, you may need a power sweep (£90 to £155 for heavy tar buildup) or even a flexible liner installation (£920 to £2,245). Bird nests are common too, especially in spring and summer when birds are nesting; removal costs £80 to £165, though fitted guards or cowls (£70 to £155) prevent future problems.

Major repairs like stack repointing (£305 to £1,020) or chimney pot replacement (£155 to £410) are structural work, not sweeping. These prices reflect the scope and materials involved. It's worth asking whether your sweep also handles these tasks or can recommend a trusted tradesperson if specialist work is needed.

  • CCTV inspection reveals blockages and damage before they become emergencies
  • Bird nests are protected by law in the nesting season; ask your sweep about removal timing
  • Some repairs (repointing, pot replacement, liners) fall outside sweeping and cost significantly more

Sweeping Frequency and Keeping Your Chimney Safe

How often you sweep depends on what you burn. Open fires and wood burners need sweeping at least once a year, ideally before the heating season starts. Gas appliances can go longer between sweeps, but the flue still needs checking. Regular sweeping prevents creosote buildup, which narrows the flue and raises the risk of fire or poor draw.

When your sweep finishes, ask for a sweeping certificate. Most insurers and mortgage lenders expect this record, and it's evidence the work was done properly. It also matters if you ever need to make a claim related to your chimney.

  • Sweep wood burners and open fires yearly; gas appliances less frequently but still regularly
  • Always ask for a certificate of sweeping to satisfy insurance and lender requirements
  • Regular sweeping catches creosote buildup and flue problems before they worsen

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Salisbury

Book your Salisbury sweep between May and August when waiting times are shortest and you'll have the work done before heating season arrives in autumn. This timing gives you reassurance and avoids the September-to-December squeeze when demand peaks.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Salisbury

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How often should I have my chimney swept in Salisbury?

Sweep open fires and wood burners once a year before the heating season starts. Gas appliances typically need sweeping less often, but always follow the appliance maker's guidance and your insurer's requirements. Regular sweeping prevents creosote buildup and keeps your flue safe.

What does a chimney sweep cost in Salisbury?

A basic sweep costs £60 to £90 for an open fire or £65 to £95 for a wood burner. CCTV inspections run £90 to £155. Specialist work like stack repointing or liner installation is much higher (£305 to £2,245+). The final price depends on fuel type, flue condition and any repairs needed.

Can I get a chimney sweep on Saturday in Salisbury?

Yes. Six of the twelve sweeps in the directory offer Saturday appointments. Call ahead to check availability and book your preferred time, especially during the busy heating season.

What should I expect during a chimney sweep visit?

The sweep will protect your room with sheets, clean your flue from above or below, and remove debris. A standard appointment takes 30 to 60 minutes. At the end, ask for a sweeping certificate for your insurance records.

Do I need a CCTV inspection of my chimney?

Not always, but a CCTV inspection (£90 to £155) is useful if you've never had one, haven't swept in years, notice poor draw, or suspect damage. It reveals blockages and flue condition before they become problems.

What if my sweep finds a bird's nest in my chimney?

Bird nests are protected by law during the nesting season (roughly March to August), so removal cannot happen until nesting is over. Removal costs £80 to £165. A fitted bird guard or cowl (£70 to £155) prevents nests forming in future.

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