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Your Trusted Chimney Experts in Bristol
Best Sweep Chimney Sweeps is a fully insured and DBS-vetted family business dedicated to providing professional chimney and fireplace services in Bristol and surrounding areas. With decades of combined experience, we offer a comprehensive range of services including chimney sweeping, CCTV safety inspections, damp problem resolution, and bespoke crown pot cowl installations. Our team prioritises safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, serving both domestic and commercial clients. We specialise in solving complex issues such as severe tar removal, downdraft problems, and traditional lime pointing for listed buildings. Our homebuyers' service helps property purchasers identify potential chimney-related costs before completion, potentially saving thousands of pounds.We maintain memberships with industry bodies like Sweep Safe and hold public liability and professional indemnity insurance. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our 24/7 emergency call-out service and a guarantee to return and resolve any post-service issues. We utilise advanced equipment including CCTV cameras, pressure testing systems, and specialist tar removal tools to ensure thorough and lasting solutions. Our team treats every property with the care and respect we would our own, often being entrusted with keys by customers who value our professionalism and trustworthiness.
Services
Chimney Sweeping
CCTV Safety Checking
Carpet Repairs
Damp Problem Solving
Chimney Stack Work
Crown Pot Cowls
Lime Pointing
Tar Removal
Nest Removal
Downdraft Solutions
Highlights and features
- We are fully DBS vetted and insured with public liability cover
- Our team includes HETAS and APICS qualified professionals
- We offer a unique homebuyers' service saving property purchasers money
- We use advanced CCTV and pressure testing equipment
- We guarantee to resolve post-service issues at no extra cost
Associations and certifications
- Sweep Safe
What people say
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Saved thousands
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Services
Chimney Sweeping
As certified Sweep Safe members, we perform thorough chimney sweeping using traditional and modern methods for all domestic and commercial appliances. Our process removes soot, debris, and blockages while assessing flue integrity. We issue sweeping certificates and landlord certificates, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Our technicians use specialist brushes and HEPA-filtered vacuum systems to maintain indoor air quality during cleaning.
CCTV Safety Checking
We conduct comprehensive CCTV surveys to assess flue safety and integrity. Using high-resolution cameras, we identify cracks, blockages, or structural issues from hearth to chimney pot. This service is crucial for property buyers verifying stove safety and for pre-installation checks when changing fuel types. Our reports include detailed recommendations for necessary repairs or modifications.
Damp Problem Solving
Our damp remediation service addresses chimney-related moisture issues using specialist diagnostic tools. We employ cobalt carbide gas testing to measure wall moisture levels and hygroscopic salts. Solutions include re-pointing, waterproofing treatments, and ventilation improvements. We specialise in resolving persistent damp problems caused by inadequate capping or ventilation in sealed chimney breasts.
Crown Pot Cowls
We manufacture and install bespoke stainless steel cowls for traditional Bristol Crown and Bishop Pots. Each cowl is measured and fabricated to precise specifications due to variations in pot dimensions from historical manufacturing processes. These marine-grade cowls prevent water ingress, bird nesting, and downdrafts while maintaining architectural integrity for listed buildings.
Tar Removal
Our specialist tar removal service addresses dangerous tar build-up in chimneys using mechanical extraction and chemical treatments. We employ industrial-grade equipment including compressors, steamers, and HEPA-filtered vacuums to eliminate fire hazards and structural damage. The process involves multiple stages for severe cases, ensuring complete removal of this highly flammable substance that standard sweeping cannot address.
People
Bruce
Chief Sweep and Chimney Repair Engineer
Sweep Safe certified chimney sweep with 20+ years' experience. Owner and founder of Best Sweep Chimney Sweeps. Provides direct customer consultation and handles complex repair projects. Holds industry-recognised certifications for chimney safety assessments.
Tom
Master Sweep
HETAS and APICS qualified professional with dual expertise as a Devon and Somerset Fire Service officer. Specialises in stove installations and advanced chimney diagnostics. Manages Exeter Chimney Sweeps as a sister operation to Best Sweep Chimney Sweeps.
Jack
Operations Manager
Established Nailsea Chimney Sweeps and manages day-to-day operations. Specialises in local service delivery across Nailsea and surrounding areas. Focuses on customer relationship management and service quality assurance.
Questions
What services do you offer for property buyers?
We provide pre-purchase chimney inspections including CCTV surveys and pressure testing to identify potential repair costs before property completion.
How do you handle emergency chimney issues?
We offer 24/7 emergency call-outs for urgent problems like carbon monoxide leaks, chimney fires, or severe blockages requiring immediate attention.
Are your technicians qualified?
Our team holds HETAS, APICS, and Sweep Safe certifications with DBS vetting. All staff maintain current industry-recognised qualifications.
Can you repair historic chimney features?
Yes, we specialise in traditional lime pointing and rendering for listed buildings using period-appropriate materials and techniques.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and cash payments. Payment plans available for extensive repair projects.
Do you work outside Bristol?
We serve Bath, Somerset, and surrounding regions with dedicated teams covering Nailsea, Clevedon, and Portishead areas.
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Reviews (5)
Elizabeth Balmer
Nov 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We are really grateful to Bruce and Jack for sorting out the problems with our chimneys. They were, very efficient, professional, friendly and helpful. Absolutely top marks!
Services:Chimney inspections,Chimney cleaning,Chimney flue cleaning
We are really grateful to Bruce and Jack for sorting out the problems with our chimneys. They were, very efficient, professional, friendly and helpful. Absolutely top marks!
Services:Chimney inspections,Chimney cleaning,Chimney flue cleaning
AlphaAlpha Kilo
Oct 08, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Wow! Excellent service from Bruce and his team. Mega clean and efficient.
Wow! Excellent service from Bruce and his team. Mega clean and efficient.
Ash D.
Sep 09, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Bruce is a super helpful guy who was willing to take time out of his day to offer us free advice on a rather serious structural problem we had with our chimney flue. Would highly recommend!
Bruce is a super helpful guy who was willing to take time out of his day to offer us free advice on a rather serious structural problem we had with our chimney flue. Would highly recommend!
Gordon Southgate
Jan 14, 2021
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Bought two hand made (by Bruce) stainless steel cowls for my two crown pots. I found it very difficult to get someone to make these cowls at the standard I was looking for. I live in Chorley Lancs and gave Bruce the dimensions, he delivered on time, communications spot on and the quality and workmanship is excellent, fitted perfectly. I am sure this work ethic filters throughout all his work. Would highly recommend. Thanks Bruce!
Conor King
Dec 31, 2019
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I was very happy with Bruce and the quality of his work on my two chimneys. He was punctual, pleasant and clean. He gave me great help in how to replace my fire bricks whilst telling me what stove I actually had! I had the same sweep for a number of years before he retired and will be using Bruce going forward.
