Chimney repair in Cleethorpes
The short answer
Repoint, cowls, flashing, relining
- Price from
- £60.00
- Time on site
- 2 to 8 hours
What you get
You get a safe, structurally sound, and weather-tight chimney, reducing risks and improving efficiency.
- Typical sweep: £60 to £120
- Includes a sweep certificate
- Bird nest removal or CCTV checks cost more
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When do you need a Chimney repair?
Get your chimney swept to stay safe and meet legal standards.
- Book a sweep every year if you burn wood.
- Sweep twice a year if you use house coal.
- Check the flue before installing a new stove.
- Book a sweep if you see soot dropping.
- Call a pro if smoke enters your room.
- Landlords must keep flues safe for tenants.
What happens on the day
A sweep uses brushes and vacuums to clean the flue without making a mess.
- They lay protective sheets over your flooring.
- The opening is sealed tight to stop dust.
- Brushes remove flammable soot and bird nests.
- A smoke test checks if air rises correctly.
- You receive a signed certificate for your records.
- Expect it to take 45 to 90 minutes.
How to prepare
- Empty the grate of all cold ashes
- Remove any decorative items from the hearth
- Clear a space for the sweep to work
- Move furniture away from the fireplace
- Stop using the fire 24 hours before
- Ensure the sweep can access your driveway
- Keep pets and children in another room
- Provide a nearby working power socket
How to improve your result
- Only burn seasoned wood with low moisture
- Avoid burning wet or painted scrap wood
- Install a bird guard on your pot
- Check your carbon monoxide alarm monthly
- Keep the hearth clear of clutter
- Ask for a professional inspection every year
Why it is useful day to day
Keeping your chimney clean saves you money and keeps you warm.
- Fires burn much hotter with a clean flue.
- You will use less fuel to heat your home.
- It prevents expensive damage to your chimney stack.
- As a guide, expect to pay £60 to £90.
Why we ask these questions
A sweep checks for hidden problems that could be dangerous.
- Carbon monoxide is a silent killer if blocked.
- Creosote is a tar that causes house fires.
- Bird nests often block flues during the spring.
- Cracked linings let heat leak into your walls.
- Smoke tests prove the chimney is venting safely.
