



Welcome to Heritage Chimney Sweeping
I provide a range of professional sweeping services designed to keep your home safe and your appliance running efficiently. My transparent flat-fee pricing ensures excellent value with no surprises, and every service is carried out to National Standards.
Each sweep includes an insurance-recognised 'Certificate of Sweeping' from the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps; please see below for full details and my Terms & Conditions.

Log Burners with a lined flue - £75
This service is designed for Log burners with a liner found in most local homes. I provide a comprehensive clean for lined multi-fuel stoves and wood burners, ensuring your appliance operates safely and efficiently.
For multi fuel stoves and wood burners installed directly into the original masonry chimneys without a dedicated liner the cost is £105. The price reflects the extra time required to collect and remove fallen soot from the register plate via the access hatch.

Open Fire Sweep - £75
This service is designed for Open Fires with masonry flues. I provide a comprehensive clean for these chimneys, ensuring your appliance operates safely and efficiently.
Please note that bird’s nest removal is an additional chargeable service, and specific details regarding gas fires can be found in my terms and conditions.
Other Services

These larger chimneys, typically with openings exceeding six feet, require specialist care and additional time to properly protect your room from soot. This service also covers unlined log burners where the flue terminates just above the closure plate, ensuring the entire original inglenook void is thoroughly cleaned through the access hatch.

Most biomass boiler flues require an annual sweep to comply with insurance requirements and Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) grant conditions. To ensure a smooth service, sweeping should ideally be completed prior to your engineer's scheduled maintenance visit.

Designed for those who have moved into a property without any fireplace paperwork, this service provides peace of mind before you light your first fire. It includes a full sweep, a CCTV inspection, a smoke draw test, and a thorough check of all accessible internal and external components. You will also receive bespoke advice on how to use your appliance efficiently, and paperwork documenting the work and any recommendations.

Removing a bird's nest can be a time-consuming process as twigs and debris often fill the entire length of the flue. This specialist service includes a full camera inspection as standard to ensure the chimney is completely clear and safe for use.

This chemical treatment is essential for flues with heavy tar or creosote build-up, which must be cleared to prevent chimney fires or before fitting a new liner. While standard flues are covered by the base rate, specialist treatment for larger inglenook fireplaces is charged at £750 due to the scale of the work required.

The use of advanced camera technology to examine the entire length of your flue, identifying any hidden cracks, blockages, or structural damage. This provides clear visual reassurance that your chimney system is safe to use.
What My Customers Say
I take great pride in providing a professional, reliable, and clean service for every homeowner. Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of my business, and I am incredibly grateful for the feedback I receive. To read more about the experiences of my clients or to leave your own feedback, please visit my Google Reviews Page.
An absolutely first rate service again from James.
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Excellent service, as always.
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An excellent chimney sweep service.
James was very knowledgable.
I cannot recommend James highly enough.
James did a great job sweeping my chimney this week.
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Areas Covered
We cover an extensive area of 10 miles surrounding Axminster and Chard. You can review our map below to learn more.


Meet your local expert
Hello, I’m James, your local chimney sweep dedicated to providing a friendly and professional service within a 10-mile radius of Chard and Axminster. As a certified member of the Guild of Master Sweeps and an NVQ-qualified professional, I pride myself on maintaining the highest industry standards at every property I visit.
My commitment to your safety goes beyond just sweeping; I also serve as the BurnRight liaison officer for East Devon, West Dorset, and South Somerset. This role allows me to provide expert guidance on burning fuel efficiently, which helps you save money while significantly reducing environmental impact and the risk of chimney fires.
By choosing a Guild-certified and NVQ-qualified sweep, you are guaranteed a service that is fully insured and recognised by household insurance providers. I conduct comprehensive safety checks on your entire system to ensure everything is functioning correctly, giving you total peace of mind and a warmer, safer home.
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Professional Case Studies: Before & After
The following examples demonstrate the specialist work I carry out across a variety of properties and flue systems. From modern liners to traditional masonry, these case studies highlight the importance of expert maintenance in preventing fire hazards and ensuring your appliance operates safely. Whether it is neutralising flammable tar or clearing extensive blockages, every job is performed with meticulous care to protect your home and restore your chimney to peak condition.


Restoring Safety to Masonry Flues


Clearing Blockages in Lined Systems
Protecting a Home During Specialist Cleans


Efficient Bird's Nest Removal


Preparing for New Liner Installations

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Contact me
If you have any questions or would like to book a sweep, please get in touch using the form below. Alternatively, you can reach me directly via email or telephone, and I will get back to you as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.
01460 984 001
0794 6707 906
heritagechimneysweeping@outlook.com