HETAS-Approved Chimney Sweeping Across North East England
NE Sweep provides professional chimney sweeping, wood burner and stove cleaning, and chimney safety inspections across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead and surrounding areas throughout North East England.
HETAS-approved, fully insured, DBS checked and mess-free, every sweep includes a thorough safety check and certificate of work for complete peace of mind.
During Your Sweep, I Check:
Blockages such as bird nests, debris or restricted airflow
Soot and creosote build-up that could increase fire risk
Stove internals including baffles, seals and fire bricks
Burning practices and fuel usage for safe, efficient operation
The visible condition of the chimney from ground level
Chimney liners and flues using camera inspections where required
Chimney draw using a smoke test after sweeping
All work is carried out using professional HEPA-filtered, hazardous waste rated equipment to keep your home clean and mess-free throughout the service.
Chimney Sweeping Services & Pricing
Chimney sweeping prices vary depending on the type of appliance, chimney setup and level of access required. Below is a guide to the most common services provided by NE Sweep across North East England.
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I sweep the flue liner to remove soot and debris, check for blockages, and ensure the system is drawing safely. I also check stove seals and clean fire bricks, baffles and glass. A digital sweeping certificate is provided after every job.
£65
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I start with a visual inspection of the stack, then carry out the main sweep to remove soot and debris. I also check door seals and clean fire bricks, baffles and glass. Finally a smoke evacuation test to confirm it’s drawing safely. A digital sweeping certificate is provided after every job.
£80
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I sweep the chimney to remove soot, ash and debris, check for and clear any blockages, and ensure the flue is drawing safely and efficiently. A digital sweeping certificate is provided after every job.
£80
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I carry out a visual inspection of the chimney and terminal, then perform the main sweep to clear soot and debris from the flue. Once the flue is clear, I complete a smoke evacuation test to confirm it’s drawing safely.
If the appliance design doesn’t allow access to the flue, a Gas Safe engineer may need to remove the fire before sweeping can be carried out. A digital sweeping certificate is provided after every job.
£65
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I carry out a full safety check for new homeowners, including a visual inspection of the chimney and appliance, a full sweep to remove soot and debris, and a smoke evacuation test to confirm the flue is drawing safely. A digital sweeping certificate is provided for your records.
From £65
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Bird nest removal often takes longer than a standard sweep due to the amount of material involved. The price includes full removal of the nest and a complete sweep of the flue to ensure it’s clear, safe, and ready for use.
Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, it is illegal to remove an active bird’s nest. Nesting season typically runs from March to September. If the nest is active, I cannot remove it during this period.
£100 for the first hour, then £30 for each subsequent half hour.
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Fitting replacement fire bricks, door glass and replacing rope seals, as well as removing creosote and tar build up. I can also rescue wildlife from chimneys too.