Chimney sweeps · Wiltshire

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9 Best Chimney Sweeps in Swindon [2026 Update]

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

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184Google reviews analysed
7open Saturdays
£60–90typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Swindon

Open fires, wood burners and range cookers all need regular sweeping in Swindon, and finding the right sweep matters. Nine sweeps serve the area across postcode districts SN2 to SN6, covering neighbourhoods from Cricklade to Chiseldon and the surrounding Wiltshire parishes. Seven open Saturdays. Beyond routine cleaning, most offer CCTV inspections, bird guard fitting and specialist work. Knowing what each service costs and which sweep suits your appliance helps you book with confidence.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Swindon Compared

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

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1Samson SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.383 reviews—
#2The Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday6.546 reviews—
#3Buddy SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.724 reviews—
#4COSSHALLS CHIMNEY SWEEPINGWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday4.911 reviews—
#5Chimney Sweep SwindonWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday4.810 reviews—
#6C.B. Chimney ServicesSaturday appointments3.52 reviews—
#7Chimney Sweeping CompanyA local sweep you can call direct3.45 reviews—
#8Chimney Mechanics LtdA local sweep you can call direct3.03 reviews—
#9Isis Chimney CareSaturday appointments2.4——
  1. 1Samson SweepAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.3
  2. 2The Chimney SweepWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday6.5
  3. 3Buddy SweepsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday5.7
  4. 4COSSHALLS CHIMNEY SWEEPINGWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday4.9
  5. 5Chimney Sweep SwindonWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday4.8
  6. 6C.B. Chimney ServicesSaturday appointments3.5
  7. 7Chimney Sweeping CompanyA local sweep you can call direct3.4
  8. 8Chimney Mechanics LtdA local sweep you can call direct3.0
  9. 9Isis Chimney CareSaturday appointments2.4

Swindon Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. Samson Sweep

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.3Sweep Score

Swindon83 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 125 Ermin St, Stratton, Swindon SN3 4NH
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
83 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation7.1
Trust7.7

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 83 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 7.3/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

2

2. The Chimney Sweep

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

6.5Sweep Score

Swindon46 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 27 Wood St, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon SN4 7BD
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
46 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation6.2
Trust6.9

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 46 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 6.5/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

3

3. Buddy Sweeps

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

5.7Sweep Score

Swindon24 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 55 Thornbridge Ave, Swindon SN3 2DA
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
24 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation5.2
Trust6.5

Confidence: medium

Strengths

  • 24 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. COSSHALLS CHIMNEY SWEEPING

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

4.9Sweep Score

Swindon11 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 26 Buller St, Swindon SN2 8DG
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
11 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation4
Trust6.2

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 4 of 9 with a Sweep Score of 4.9/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

5

5. Chimney Sweep Swindon

Best for: Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday

4.8Sweep Score

Swindon10 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 27 Iffley Rd, Swindon SN2 1DL
Track record
Growing review base
Rating
10 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation3.9
Trust6.2

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 9 with a Sweep Score of 4.8/10. Worth a call when you are gathering quotes.

6

6. C.B. Chimney Services

Best for: Saturday appointments

3.5Sweep Score

Swindon2 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · Wiltstone, Turnball, Swindon SN4 0LH
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
2 Google reviews
Profile
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Recommendation1.8
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 2 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.

7

7. Chimney Sweeping Company

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

3.4Sweep Score

Swindon5 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 6 Gas Ln, Cricklade, Swindon SN6 6BY
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
5 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation2.9
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 5 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 3.4/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

8

8. Chimney Mechanics Ltd

Best for: A local sweep you can call direct

3.0Sweep Score

Swindon3 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 57 Vasterne Cl, Purton, Swindon SN5 4EZ
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
3 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
Hours not published
Recommendation2.2
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 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.

9

9. Isis Chimney Care

Best for: Saturday appointments

2.4Sweep Score

SwindonNo reviews yet

Score breakdown and details
Location
Swindon · 44 N Wall, Cricklade, Swindon SN6 6DU
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
No Google reviews yet
Profile
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Recommendation0
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

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

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 Swindon?

Swindon sweep prices follow a straightforward pattern. Basic cleaning of an open fire sits at £60 to £90, while wood burners and multi-fuel stoves run £65 to £95. Range cookers and Aga flues are pricier at £80 to £120. What moves the cost are the fuel type, chimney condition and any repairs needed. A CCTV inspection adds £90 to £155 and helps identify blockages or structural problems before they worsen. For bigger jobs like installing a flexible flue liner (£920 to £2245) or repointing a stack (£305 to £1020), expect to discuss your specific needs.

Typical standard sweep£60 to £902026 guide price for Swindon
Chimney sweep Swindon prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Swindon
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.

Samson Sweep Leads Swindon Reviews

Samson Sweep carries the strongest customer base in Swindon, with 83 reviews and a consistent rating. Most sweeps in the town have an online presence, and seven of the nine open Saturdays, which matters if you work weekdays. The spread of businesses means you're unlikely to face long waiting times, particularly if you book in late spring or early summer when sweeps are less pressed.

The nine sweeps collectively serve multiple postcode districts: SN2, SN3, SN4, SN5 and SN6. Some operate primarily in town, while others handle the rural parishes and villages beyond the built-up area. When you call, ask whether they cover your specific neighbourhood or postcode, as a few sweeps may focus on particular zones.

What Swindon Sweeps Can Handle Beyond Basic Cleaning

Most sweeps offer more than a annual brush and vac. CCTV inspection, available across the directory, lets you see inside the flue before problems escalate, particularly useful if you've recently bought a house or haven't swept in years. Bird nest removal and guard fitting are common too, especially in spring and summer when nests are active.

Repairs sit at the higher end: chimney pot replacement costs £155 to £410, while stack repointing ranges from £305 to £1020 depending on the damage. Flexible flue liners, needed when the original flue is compromised, run £920 to £2245. Ask whether a sweep offers the job you need, as not all handle structural work or fitted installations.

  • CCTV inspections reveal blockages, cracks and internal damage without guesswork
  • Bird guards and cowls (£70 to £155 fitted) prevent nesting and weathering problems
  • Power sweeps for heavy tar buildup (£90 to £155) suit older properties with creosote

Choosing A Sweep In Cricklade, Stratton Or Chiseldon

Swindon's 9 sweeps span urban neighbourhoods and the quieter parishes beyond. Four operate in rural areas, villages like Cricklade, Royal Wootton Bassett and Chiseldon, while five are based in the town itself. This split means someone's usually within reach whether you're in the town centre or the fringe. All nine maintain websites, so you can check their coverage and contact them directly.

Eight of the nine sweeps carry customer reviews, giving you a sense of how others have experienced them. When comparing, look at review volume and consistency rather than a single rating. Samson Sweep (83 reviews) offers the largest sample, while others with fewer reviews may still be reliable, volume simply hasn't accumulated yet. Booking early in the season keeps your options open.

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Swindon

Late spring and early summer, May to August, is the best time to book a Swindon sweep. The rush hits in September as people prepare for heating season, so booking ahead avoids delays. Most sweeps work Saturdays, making summer scheduling easier around work.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Swindon

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How often should I have my Swindon chimney swept?

This depends on what you burn. An open fire or wood burner used regularly needs sweeping at least once a year, ideally before winter. Gas fires and Agas require less frequent attention but still benefit from annual attention. If you burn solid fuel, some insurance policies demand yearly sweeps as a condition of cover.

What's the difference between a sweep and a CCTV inspection?

A sweep physically cleans the flue using rods and brushes. A CCTV inspection uses a camera to view the inside of the chimney, revealing blockages, cracks, deterioration or debris that brushes alone might miss. Many sweeps offer both services; the inspection often identifies whether a repair is needed.

Why do Swindon sweeps charge more for some jobs than others?

Prices reflect the fuel type, flue condition and complexity. A basic open fire is quicker and cheaper than a range cooker. Power sweeping for tar buildup or a CCTV inspection adds labour and equipment. Major repairs like relining or repointing involve specialist materials and time, driving costs higher.

Can a Swindon sweep remove a bird's nest from my chimney?

Most sweeps offer nest removal (£80 to £165), but timing matters. Wild bird nests are protected during breeding season (roughly March to August), so removal must wait until autumn or be done by a licensed specialist. Fitting a bird guard after removal prevents new nests and costs £70 to £155.

What should I look for when choosing a sweep in Swindon?

Check whether they're open on a day that suits you (seven of the nine offer Saturday). Look at reviews if available, volume and consistency matter more than a single rating. Confirm they cover your postcode district (SN2-SN6) and ask about any specific services you need, such as CCTV or repairs.

Do I need insurance or a certificate after a sweep?

Many insurance policies require an annual sweep as a condition of cover, and some demand proof. Ask the sweep whether they issue a sweeping certificate. This document confirms the job was done and is useful if you ever need to claim for a chimney-related incident.

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