Chimney Sweep Brentwood
Chimney and stove sweeping across Brentwood, Shenfield, Hutton, Warley and Ingatestone. Every sweep includes a smoke test and a certificate for your insurer, from £95.
Chimney sweeping in Brentwood
Much of Brentwood is detached and semi-detached family housing, with a lot of it built between the wars around Shenfield and Hutton, and larger period homes towards Warley and out in the villages. These houses often have one or two chimneys in regular use and a couple more that haven't been lit in years. The unused ones are where most of our Brentwood call-outs start: nests, fallen debris and damp.
Further out, in Doddinghurst, Kelvedon Hatch, Blackmore and Mountnessing, plenty of homes rely on a wood burner through the winter. Heavy use means soot and creosote build up quickly, so for those homes we usually recommend two sweeps a year: one before the burning season and one after.
Areas we cover around Brentwood
- Brentwood town centre
- Shenfield
- Hutton
- Warley
- Great Warley
- Pilgrims Hatch
- Brook Street
- Ingatestone
- Mountnessing
- Doddinghurst
- Kelvedon Hatch
- Blackmore
Postcodes: CM13, CM14, CM15 and CM4 (Ingatestone). Not sure we reach you? Ask us and we'll confirm straight away.
What we find in Brentwood chimneys
What typically brings Brentwood homeowners to us.
Flues that haven't been used for years
An unused chimney gives no warning until you light it. Before you start using one again, we sweep it, smoke-test it and check it for nests and debris.
Heavy winter use in the villages
A stove used daily can build up creosote in a single season. Two sweeps a year keeps the flue drawing properly and cuts the risk of a chimney fire.
Buying in Shenfield or Hutton?
Surveys rarely look inside a chimney. A CCTV inspection shows the condition of the flue and liner before you exchange, not after you've moved in.
Chimney sweep prices in Brentwood
The same clear prices in Brentwood as everywhere we work, confirmed before we start.
Standard chimney or stove sweep
£95Full sweep, visual inspection, smoke test, clean-up and sweeping certificate.
CCTV flue inspection (added to a sweep)
+£75Camera survey of the whole flue, with photos of anything that needs attention.
Sweep and CCTV inspection together
£170The best starting point for a new home, or a flue that hasn't been used for a while.
Stove servicing, cowls, bird guards and repairs
QuotedPriced after we've seen the job, and always confirmed before any work starts.
Prices are for a single flue. No hidden call-out fees: we confirm the price before we start. See every chimney service we offer or read our chimney sweep cost guide.
Stove and chimney sweeping
Wood burners, multi-fuel stoves and open fires, swept and smoke-tested.
Sweeping details →Stove servicing
Rope seals, glass, baffles and air controls checked and replaced.
Servicing details →Cowls and bird guards
Stop nesting, rain and downdraughts, fitted to suit your pot.
Cowl details →CCTV flue inspections
A camera survey of the whole flue before you buy, reopen or relight.
Inspection details →How a Brentwood chimney sweep visit works
Book
Send the form or call 0330 133 2121. We confirm the date, the price and what you need to do before we arrive.
Sweep and check
Dust sheets down and vacuum running. We sweep the flue, check the stove or fireplace, and smoke-test the chimney.
Certificate and advice
You get a sweeping certificate for your insurer, plus photos and a quote for anything we think needs fixing.
What our customers say
Reviews from homeowners in Brentwood and across Essex.
Brentwood chimney sweep FAQs
Questions Brentwood homeowners ask us before booking.
Which parts of Brentwood do you cover?
Brentwood town centre, Shenfield, Hutton, Warley, Great Warley, Pilgrims Hatch and Brook Street, plus Ingatestone, Mountnessing, Doddinghurst, Kelvedon Hatch and Blackmore.
How much does a chimney sweep cost in Brentwood?
£95 for a standard sweep, which includes the sweep, a visual inspection, a smoke test, clean-up and your certificate. A CCTV flue inspection adds £75, or it's £170 for both together. We confirm the price before any work starts.
Should I get a chimney inspection before buying a house?
If the house has a working fireplace or stove, yes. A standard survey usually only looks at the stack from the ground. A sweep plus CCTV inspection (£170) shows any cracked liners, blockages or damage while you can still negotiate.
How often should I sweep a wood burner I use every day?
At least twice a year: before the burning season and again after it. If you notice a tar smell, black sticky deposits or the stove drawing badly, book sooner. Our creosote guide explains the warning signs.
Do you fit cowls and bird guards in Brentwood?
Yes. We supply and fit bird guards, rain caps and anti-downdraught cowls. If birds are actively nesting, the law says we have to wait until the nest is no longer in use. See our bird nesting guide.
Chimney advice from Sweep Sisters
Guides, prices and seasonal tips, pulled live from our blog.
Book a chimney sweep in Brentwood
Tell us about your stove or fireplace and your postcode, and we'll come back to you with a date and a confirmed price.
- Phone0330 133 2121
- Areas coveredBrentwood, Shenfield, Hutton and nearby villages
- HoursMon–Sun 8am–6pm · 24/7 emergency cover
Prefer to talk? Call 0330 133 2121 or email contact@sweepsisters.co.uk.