Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Chimney Sweeping & Repair Services in Bristol
Established to provide professional and reliable chimney services, Best Sweep Chimney Sweeps prioritises safety and customer satisfaction. Our family-run business is fully insured and DBS-vetted, offering a comprehensive range of services including chimney sweeping, CCTV safety inspections, damp problem resolution, and bespoke crown pot cowl installations. With over two decades of combined experience, our team utilises modern equipment and traditional techniques to ensure flues and appliances operate safely and efficiently. We are proud members of Sweep Safe and hold public liability and professional indemnity insurance, underscoring our commitment to trustworthiness.Our homebuyers' service helps clients negotiate property purchases by identifying potential chimney-related costs, while our after-sales support guarantees prompt resolution of any post-service issues. Recognised as the UK's top-rated chimney sweep by customers on Freeindex, we serve residential and commercial clients across Bristol, Bath, and Somerset, treating every property with the care we would our own.
Services
Chimney Sweeping
CCTV Surveys
Carpet Repairs
Damp Solutions
Chimney Stack Work
Crown Pot Cowls
Lime Pointing
Tar Removal
Nest Removal
Downdraft Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We are fully DBS vetted and insured with over 20 years of combined industry experience.
- Our team offers 24/7 emergency call-out services for urgent chimney issues.
- We provide a unique homebuyers' service to identify potential chimney costs before property purchases.
- Our CCTV safety inspections and pressure testing ensure flues meet strict safety standards.
- We hold public liability and professional indemnity insurance for complete client peace of mind.
Associations and certifications
- Sweep Safe
What people say
Excellent job same day
Highly recommended for safety
Professional and trustworthy
Saved thousands on repairs
Child and pet friendly
Services
Chimney Sweeping
As certified Sweep Safe members, we perform thorough chimney sweeping using traditional and modern methods to remove soot, debris, and creosote buildup. Our process ensures safe operation of wood burners, open fires, and gas appliances while preventing carbon monoxide risks. Regular maintenance extends flue lifespan and maintains indoor air quality for residential and commercial properties.
CCTV Surveys
Our high-resolution CCTV cameras inspect internal flue conditions to identify cracks, blockages, or deterioration. This non-invasive technique diagnoses damp causes, verifies liner integrity, and detects nests or structural issues. Results guide precise repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations for property transactions or routine maintenance.
Damp Solutions
Specialist cobalt carbide testing identifies chimney-related damp sources, including porosity issues and failed capping. We implement waterproofing treatments, re-pointing, and ventilation solutions to permanently resolve moisture penetration. Our approach prevents mould growth and structural damage while preserving building aesthetics.
Crown Pot Cowls
We fabricate marine-grade stainless steel cowls tailored to Bristol crown pots, ensuring perfect fit and weather protection. Bespoke designs prevent water ingress, bird nesting, and downdrafts while maintaining historical accuracy for listed buildings and period properties.
Tar Removal
Specialist equipment and chemical treatments eliminate hazardous tar deposits from flues. Our multi-stage process addresses severe buildups, restoring safe operation for stoves and preventing fire risks. Post-treatment inspections verify complete removal and flue functionality.
People
Bruce
Chief Sweep and Chimney Repair Engineer
Owner and founder of Best Sweep Chimney Sweeps, Bruce is a certified Sweep Safe member with over 20 years' experience. He provides expert advice, emergency interventions, and quality assurance across all services.
Tom
Master Sweep
HETAS and APICS qualified, Tom manages Exeter Chimney Sweeps and contributes specialist knowledge. As a Devon and Somerset Fire Service officer, he brings unique safety expertise to complex chimney problems.
Jack
Operations Manager
Jack established Nailsea Chimney Sweeps and oversees regional operations. He specialises in traditional lime pointing and ensures efficient service delivery across Bristol and surrounding areas.
Questions
What chimney services do you offer?
We provide chimney sweeping, CCTV inspections, damp solutions, crown pot cowls, tar removal, nest extraction, and downdraft problem-solving. Emergency call-outs and homebuyers' surveys are also available.
Are your engineers certified?
Yes, we are Sweep Safe members with DBS checks. Our team holds public liability insurance and collaborates with HETAS-registered installers for stove projects.
How do you handle urgent chimney issues?
Emergency services are available for safety-critical problems like carbon monoxide risks. We prioritise same-day responses for hazardous situations such as blocked flues or fire hazards.
Can you help with property purchases?
Our homebuyers' service inspects chimneys to identify repair costs before completion. This includes CCTV surveys, smoke tests, and pressure testing to negotiate property prices.
What damp prevention methods do you use?
We combine cobalt carbide moisture testing with waterproofing treatments, re-pointing, and ventilation solutions. Bespoke crown pot cowls prevent water ingress while maintaining building integrity.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, our bespoke stainless steel cowls and traditional lime pointing services meet conservation requirements. We preserve historical accuracy while resolving modern damp and safety issues.
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Reviews (3)
Melanie Hayton Jacobs
Mar 16, 2018
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Absolutely 100% recommend! Lovely chap very friendly, explained everything to me. Even threw in a free grate & logs. Very professional, great quick service. Definately will be using every year. Love my new fire! Thank you very much can't recommend enough!
Patricia Baker
Oct 03, 2017
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I would highly recommend Bruce. He is a very professional chap, and is the best sweep I have used. Very apt name for your business Bruce!
Dan Masters
Feb 20, 2017
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Great service as ever from Bruce. His efficiency and tidiness is fantastic and he gave great advice on the best fuel to use and how to keep our burner running at 100%. Highly recommend.
