Pricing
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Sweeping
Lined stoves & small open fires - from £75
per standard sized flue and opening serving lined stoves and smaller open fires (dog basket open fire prices are shown below). This includes a full sweep carried out to national standards and the issuing of an insurance industry-recognised Certificate of Sweeping from national chimney sweeping safety association. Lined multi fuel stoves, woodburners and small lined/unlined open fires all catered for.
Large opening/dog basket open fire - from £125
These are usually found in large, older properties including stately homes and homes of local, historical interest.
Tar and Creosote Removal - From £250
This is a chemical treatment applied to a flue which has large deposits of tar or creosote. Removal of these deposits is essential as using the flue while in this state can cause a chimney fire. Tar and creosote must also be removed before fitting a liner.
Hardened Soot/Tar Blockage Removal - From £160
This is usually required when soot and tar has built up over a period of time and has resulted in a blocked flue and cannot be removed through the normal, standard sweeping process. Please note this is not applicable to bird nests, which is a separate service.
Pre-installation/flue closure sweep - £85
This is a sweep which takes place on an appliance before a new appliance is fitted. This is to ensure the flue is clear of any remaining soot deposits and, if a liner is being fitted, confirms both a clear passage and helps determine the length of the flue. In the event of a flue being closed off, this service helps reduce the risk of dampness in the chimney caused by any residual soot deposits in the flue.
Chimney Sweep & Pressure/Integrity Testing - From £350
This is carried out in accordance with Approved Document J Guidance to check for leaks/defects/ or other issues in a flue. A pressure test is advised if a fireplace, most typically an open fire, has been out of use for a long period of time or whether you are wishing to install a fire into a currently disused flue.
Sweep & CCTV Inspection - £140
This is to confirm whether there is a blockage in the flue or not.
Standard Sized Gas
Fires - £85
Some flues serving gas fires can be swept without moving the appliance. This is usually identifiable by looking up the chimney and being able to see a void. However, if you cannot see a void, or the opening to the flue is narrow (long and thin like a letterbox or just with a couple of round holes) this usually means the appliance needs to be disconnected before gaining access to the flue.
This MUST be carried out by a registered gas engineer before we can carry out a sweep. This is to be arranged by the customer and is at the customer’s own expense. Please note we do not carry out servicing of the actual gas fire – that also must be done by a registered gas engineer.
Inglenook Open Fire Sweeping - from £140
Depending on the size of the opening into the room. Usually, this means anything over 6ft in width.
Please note that if, during the sweep, we discover a bird’s nest or other blockage, then its removal is an extra, chargeable service.
Bird’s Nest Removal - From £200-£300
All nest removals include a CCTV inspection to confirm that the flue is clear of debris.
Please note that, in accordance with the Wildlife & Countryside Act, it is an offence to destroy a live nest. As such, our policy is not to remove nests which are suspected of being capable of being live between the months of February and August
Stove Servicing and Maintenance
Only available as part of a sweep. This covers a range of different aspects, including:
Stove rope replacement (single door)
from £35
Stove rope replacement (double door)
from £45
Glass
cleaning
£10
We can also supply and fit new stove glass, firebricks and baffle plates. Prices vary depending on the make of the stove – please enquire for more details.
Additional Charges
Carbon Monoxide Alarm supplied and fitted
£40 each, or £25 if we are already at your property carrying out another service.
Ladder/Loft
Access Charge
From £20 upwards dependent on height/access Some flues require soot removal from the system by accessing a soot hatch either outside the property or in the loft space. Sometimes this is only available by use of a ladder. Price varies dependent on access and height required
Inspection
Fee
£50: In the event of being unable to sweep an appliance due to access issues, inappropriate installation or other hazards present, we reserve the right to charge a standard £50 Inspection Fee. This will include bespoke advice on the nature of the fault(s), suggested remedial actions and, where relevant, completion of appropriate documentation.
Flue and Fireplace Location/Height Charges
Fireplaces other than those on the ground floor will incur an additional charge of £10 per flue. Properties which are taller than 2 storeys in height will incur an additional fee of £10 per storey, per flue.
Missed Appointment
Fee
£50: A call out fee of £50 will be applied if, upon arriving at an appointment, we are unable to gain access to a property for any reason. To reschedule or cancel appointments, please call 07775439595 by noon the day beforehand.
Live bird/wildlife
rescue
Any works undertaken to remove a live bird/wildlife from a flue or fireplace will incur an additional charge of from £20, depending on amount of time taken.
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