Chimney Sweep Epping
Chimney and wood burner sweeping for Epping, Loughton, Theydon Bois, North Weald and the villages around the forest. Smoke test and insurance certificate with every visit, from £95.
Sweeping chimneys in Epping and Loughton
Around Epping you've got everything from timber-framed and Georgian houses along the High Street to Victorian villas in Loughton and the 1950s estate homes at Debden. The older places often have three or four flues, with only one actually in use. Those quiet ones collect soot falls, nesting material and damp, and they need sweeping before anyone lights them again.
Being right next to the forest, a lot of homes in Theydon Bois, Coopersale and North Weald run a wood burner most of the winter, and some of that wood isn't as dry as it should be. Wet logs leave tar in the flue fast. If you're burning every evening, plan on two sweeps a year and keep your logs under 20% moisture.
Areas we cover around Epping
- Epping town centre
- Coopersale
- Thornwood
- Epping Upland
- Theydon Bois
- Loughton
- Debden
- Buckhurst Hill
- Chigwell
- North Weald Bassett
- Toot Hill
- Abridge
Postcodes: CM16, IG10, IG9, IG7 and RM4 (Abridge). Not sure if you're in our patch? Drop us a message and we'll confirm the same day.
What we find in Epping and Loughton chimneys
The jobs that come up again and again round here.
Tar from damp forest logs
Unseasoned wood burns cool and leaves sticky creosote in the flue. We sweep it out, tell you how bad it was and show you how to check your logs before they go in the stove.
Spare flues in bigger period houses
Loughton and Epping villas often have more chimneys than fires. We sweep and smoke-test the ones you want to use and can fit caps or guards on the ones you don't.
Moving to Theydon Bois or Loughton?
Your survey will look at the stack from the street and that's about it. A CCTV inspection shows the inside of the flue before you're committed.
Chimney sweep prices in Epping
No Epping premium. You get the same prices as the rest of Essex, agreed before we start.
Standard chimney or stove sweep
From £95Full sweep, visual inspection, smoke test, clean-up and sweeping certificate.
CCTV flue inspection (added to a sweep)
From £75Camera survey of the whole flue, with photos of anything that needs attention.
Sweep and CCTV inspection together
From £170A good first visit after you move in, or for a fire that's been out of use.
Stove servicing, cowls, bird guards and repairs
QuotedWe price these once we've seen what's needed, and confirm it before any work.
All prices are for one flue. Nothing added for call-outs, and you'll have the price before we start. See every chimney service we offer or read our chimney sweep cost guide.
Stove and chimney sweeping
Stoves, multi-fuel burners and open fires swept and smoke-tested.
Sweeping details →Stove servicing
Rope seals, glass, baffle plates and air controls checked and swapped if worn.
Servicing details →Cowls and bird guards
Stops jackdaws, rain and downdraughts. Matched to the pot you've got.
Cowl details →CCTV flue inspections
A full camera survey of the flue, before you buy or light up again.
Inspection details →How a chimney sweep visit in Epping works
Book
Send the form or call 0330 133 2121. We'll fix a date, give you the price and let you know what to move before we come.
Sweep and check
Sheets down, vacuum on the whole time. We sweep the flue, look over the stove or fireplace and finish with a smoke test.
Certificate and advice
You're left with a certificate for the insurer, photos of anything we spotted and a quote if work is needed.
What our customers say
Reviews from customers in Epping, Loughton and the rest of Essex.
Epping chimney sweep FAQs
What people around Epping Forest ask us before booking.
Which areas around Epping do you cover?
Epping, Coopersale, Thornwood, Epping Upland, Theydon Bois, Loughton, Debden, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, North Weald Bassett, Toot Hill and Abridge.
What does a chimney sweep cost in Epping?
£95 for a standard sweep with a visual inspection, smoke test, clean-up and certificate. A CCTV inspection is an extra £75, or £170 for both together. The price is always agreed first.
Is a chimney inspection worth it when buying in Loughton or Epping?
If there's a stove or a fire you plan to use, yes. A sweep and CCTV inspection (£170) picks up cracked liners, blockages and gaps in the flue while you can still go back to the seller.
How often should I sweep a wood burner near the forest?
Twice a year if it's lit most days, once before winter and once after. If you're burning damp wood, the flue will need it more often. Our guide to how often to sweep has the full rundown.
Do you fit bird guards and cowls in Epping?
Yes, bird guards, rain caps and anti-downdraught cowls, all fitted on the day where we can. Active nests are protected by law, so we wait until they're empty. Have a look at our bird nesting guide.
Chimney advice from Sweep Sisters
Guides, prices and seasonal tips, pulled live from our blog.
Book a chimney sweep in Epping
Tell us what you're burning and where you are, and we'll come back with a date and a firm price.
- Phone0330 133 2121
- Areas coveredEpping, Loughton, Theydon Bois and North Weald
- HoursMon–Sun 8am–6pm · 24/7 emergency cover
Prefer to talk? Call 0330 133 2121 or email contact@sweepsisters.co.uk.