Chimney sweeps · Reading
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Reading currently has 5 Chimney sweeps companies listed. Top-rated: Smokeless Sweeps. Browse ratings, addresses and contact details below.
How much does Chimney sweeps cost in Reading? (2026 price guide)
A standard chimney sweep for an open fire or wood burner typically costs £50-£90 per flue, while properties with multiple chimneys or particularly dirty flues may pay £100-£180 for a full clean. A smoke and CCTV flue inspection, sometimes needed before using a fireplace for the first time, usually adds £50-£100.
Price is influenced mainly by the number of flues being swept, the type of fuel burned (wood-burning stoves and solid fuel fires generally need more thorough cleaning than gas), access to the chimney, and whether a certificate is required for insurance or building purposes. Birds' nest removal or unusually heavy soot build-up can add extra cost.
Choosing a sweep registered with a body such as the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps ensures a valid certificate is issued, which insurers often require.