10% discount applies to over 65's, Armed Forces & NHS staff
10% discount applies to over 65's, Armed Forces & NHS staff
Here at Sean The Sweep - I am committed to providing a honest, reliable and friendly chimney sweep service across Wirral.
Based in Pensby, Wirral
Are you looking for a local Chimney Sweep? Get in touch today, I offer sweeping services for open fires, log burners, multi fuel stoves as well bird nest and debris removal, CCTV camera inspections, Firebrick & Glass replacement & more.
If you need any more information, advice or have any questions feel free to give me a call, text or WhatsApp.
We cover Liverpool, Wirral & Chester!
Sean The Sweep are HETAS Approved
Why do I need to sweep my chimney?
You should have your chimney swept at least once a year as a bare minimum. This ensures your chimney is kept as clean as possible and prevents any build up that will become harder to remove if you leave it any longer. There is also a higher risk of a chimney fire
The best way to prove a chimney is being maintained is to show evidence such as a chimney sweep certificate. We provide a proof of sweep certificate.
Because a chimney is part of a fuel burning system, it can pose a danger if not maintained. A lot Insurance Companies selling house insurance want to know if a chimney being used in a property is being properly maintained. Some insurances wont pay out on the back of a chimney fire with out proof of a sweep.
There were 2,540 reported chimney fires in England from April 2022 to March 2023. Regardless of what type of chimney you have, or even if it's lined, it will still need regular sweeping.
Regular sweeping prevents chimney fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, early detection of issues, improved draft and efficiency, prolongs the life of your chimney/liner, helps you comply with a lot of house insurance policies & reduces smoke and odours
The best way to prove a chimney is being maintained is to show evidence such as a chimney sweep certificate.
Small cracks can be repaired as part of the chimney sweep and min service process, but if you would like them replaced or they are too far gone we can help. You can either buy them and we can fit them or send the details over and we can see if we can source the parts for you.
Baffles can be made of steel or firebrick/vermiculate and needs replacing from time to time if damaged, warped or broken. You can either buy them and we can fit them or send the details over and we can see if we can source the parts for you.
Cracked or broken glass replacement, You can either buy them and we can fit them or send the details over and we can see if we can source the parts for you.
Sometimes new glass clips & screws will be needed if damaged/seized. Occasionally the door will need to be taken away and tapped for new screws/bolts
Log burner and stove door fire rope replacement. We carry a lot of sizes in stock on the van and can change these on the day from £30+
Some stoves and log burners use specific ropes than will need to be ordered in, so you can either buy them and we can fit them or send the details over and we can see if we can source the parts for you
Sometimes flue blanking plates can rust and fall out the stove body! These can be replaced by universal or specific fits parts. Get in touch if you have any issues
£45 with a sweep
Because a chimney is part of a fuel burning system, it can pose a danger if not maintained.
Insurance Companies selling house insurance want to know if a chimney being used in a property is being properly maintained. Some insurances wont pay out on the back of a chimney fire with out proof of a sweep. Regular sweeping helps identify any issues early, helps prevent chimney fires & carbon monoxide poisoning.
The best way to prove a chimney is being maintained is to show evidence such as a chimney sweep certificate. We provide a HETAS proof of sweep certificate.
Whatever you do, don’t try to clean your chimney yourself. Use a professional, accredited chimney sweep. They can inspect your chimney properly and give you a certificate when done.
As well as getting your chimney swept, you should also check the structure is all safe, well-maintained and up to the challenge of coping with modern heating appliances. We suggest lining your chimney if it isn’t already, which should be done by a qualified and certified chimney engineer.
More information can be found on the HETAS website
Yes, Regular cleaning will remove soot and creosote, helping prevent dangerous chimney fires. Cleaning will increase the efficiency of some appliances. Bird nests, cobwebs and other blockages will be removed.
If your chimney is not swept the build of soot could create a fire hazard causing a possible chimney fire. The flue risks becoming blocked by soot, brickwork falling, nesting birds or even smoke coming back into the room.
During your annual sweep and inspection, we thoroughly inspect all appliances
- Safety - Prevent chimney fires, carbon monoxide/CO poisoning, early detection of issues
- Improved draft and efficiency
- Prolong life of the Chimney/liner
- Compliance with your house insurance policy
- Reduce smoke and Odours
Add an answer to this item. A sweep usually takes 45 - 90 minutes plus, depending on the type of appliance and deposits removed. Occasionally we come across some surprises and it may take longer but we will discuss this with you onsite at the time.
Chimney cleaning is a messy process but we have multiple methods of sheeting up a fireplace to suppress soot, dust and debris. We also us a professional industrial HEPA filtered vacuum throughout the sweeping process to collect soot and dust particles.
Yes, we supply HETAS certificates on completion of the sweep. This is proof you have maintained your chimney and fire & complies with a lot of home insurance polices
We ask that appliances must not be used at all atleast 24 hours before an appointment
We also ask where possible to have ash and debris removed from the fire/grate before arriving, and move any nearby furniture to allow access for our equipment. Its advised to remove any decorations from the hearth and surround area.
We also ask for access to a plug near to the fireplace so we can power our vacuum and other equipment if needed.
The main reason to have your chimney swept at least annually is safety. Over time, creosote, soot and builds up within the chimney. If not removed it can ignite leading to a chimney fire
A clear chimney is more efficient, as creosote and soot build up it narrows the flue and causes a obstruction, obstructing the smooth flow of smoke and gases leaving your appliance. Sweeping your chimney regularly guarantees it will be running at its best.
Taking regular care of your chimney or liner will extend its lifespan, the accumulation of creosote, soot, sulphur along with weather elements can accelerate the wear and tear of your chimney.
Some insurance policies require proof of regular chimney maintenance and sweeping. By adhering to an annual sweeping schedule and keeping records of the service via a sweep certificate, you ensure that your home insurance remains valid and fully covers potential damages that may arise in the worst case.
Keeping your chimney clear of any deposits or debris will help with any odours
We cover all Wirral areas including: CH47, CH48, CH49, CH46, Ch43, CH45, CH44, CH41, Ch60, CH61, CH62, CH63, CH64
Heswall Irby Greasby Pensby Neston West Kirby Birkenhead Bebington Prenton Moreton Wallasey Hoylake Meols Oxton Upton Port Sunlight Parkgate Bromborough Tranmere
The Wirral Peninsula (/ˈwɪrəl/), known locally as the Wirral, is a peninsula in North West England. The roughly rectangular peninsula is about 15 miles (24 km) long and 7 miles (11 km) wide, and is bounded by the Dee Estuary to the west, the Mersey Estuary to the east, and Liverpool Bay to the north.
Historically, the Wirral was wholly in Cheshire; in the Domesday Book, its border with the rest of the county was placed at "two arrow falls from Chester city walls". However, since the Local Government Act 1972, only the southern third has been in Cheshire, with almost all the rest lying in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside. An area of saltmarsh and reclaimed land adjoining the south-west of the peninsula lies in the Welsh county of Flintshire.