Local chimney sweeping within a 20 mile radius of Bury St Edmunds. Based in Great Barton near Bury St Edmunds, The Good Sweep covers a wide local area so you get a professional, qualified sweep who really understands Suffolk homes and chimneys.

Areas we regularly cover

Bury St Edmunds

Stowmarket

Newmarket

Thetford

Mildenhall

Diss

Sudbury

Haverhill

Soham

Brandon

Chimney Sweep FAQs for Bury St Edmunds and Surrounding Villages

If you are looking for a chimney sweep in Bury St Edmunds or within a 20 mile radius, you probably have a few questions before you book. These are the things local homeowners most often ask us about chimney sweeping, wood burners, thatched properties and insurance.

How often should I have my chimney swept?

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Most working chimneys should be swept at least once a year. If you burn a lot of wood, or use your stove every day in winter, it is safer to sweep more often. Guidance from HETAS and other industry bodies suggests up to twice a year for wood, and at least once a year for smokeless fuels and gas appliances.

We will always advise you on the right frequency for your fire and how you use it.

Will chimney sweeping make a mess in my room?

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A professional sweep should leave your home as clean as they found it. We use sealed dust sheets, care with preparation and powerful HEPA filtered vacuums so soot and ash stay inside the fireplace and equipment rather than in your living room.

Do you provide a certificate for my home insurance?

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Yes. After every sweep we can issue a certificate with the date, appliance and address. Many insurers expect proof that the chimney has been swept by a competent professional at least once a year, and this record helps if you ever need to make a claim.

How long does a chimney sweep visit usually take?

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For a standard chimney sweep in or around Bury St Edmunds you should allow about 45 to 60 minutes per appliance. Blocked flues, bird nests or CCTV inspections can take longer, but we will always explain what is involved once we have assessed the chimney.

What areas do you cover?

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We are based in Great Barton near Bury St Edmunds and usually work within a 20 mile radius, including Stowmarket, Thetford, Newmarket, Mildenhall, Diss, Sudbury, Haverhill, Soham, Brandon and surrounding villages across West Suffolk, South Norfolk and East Cambridgeshire.

I have a thatched or historic property. Do I need my chimney swept more often?

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Yes. Many insurers expect thatched chimneys to be swept twice a year and may set specific conditions about fuel and liners.

The Good Sweep specialises in thatched and historic properties, so we can help you follow your insurer’s guidance and reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

How much does a chimney sweep cost?

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Our chimney sweeping in Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding area starts from around £75, depending on the appliance, access and any extra work such as CCTV inspection or bird nest removal.

We will always confirm the price before we start work.

Can you sweep my wood burner or multi fuel stove as well as an open fire?

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Absolutely. We sweep open fires, wood burning stoves and multi fuel stoves, using power sweeping or traditional methods to suit the flue and appliance. If needed we can also inspect the stove, door seals and baffle plates and advise on safe, efficient use.

Can I sweep my own chimney?

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Some people try, but it is not recommended. Without the right training and equipment you may leave dangerous deposits in the flue, damage the liner or create a lot of mess. There is also a risk that home insurance may not cover a chimney fire if the chimney has not been maintained by a professional.

Using a qualified sweep is the safest option.

When is the best time of year to book a chimney sweep?

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You can book at any time, but the best value and choice of appointments are usually in spring and summer. By booking before autumn you avoid the rush, and your chimney is clean and ready as soon as the weather turns colder.

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Areas we regularly cover

Chimney Sweep FAQs for Bury St Edmunds and Surrounding Villages

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