Chimney Sweeping
Professional chimney sweeping with smoke test and certification.
Bristol Chimney Sweep since 2006
Safe chimneys, swept properly. Across Bristol.
Chimney sweeping, bird nest and blockage removal, CCTV inspections and honest advice from Gary Avery. Modern, professional service with an insurance compliance certificate included on every sweep.
- HETAS & Institute of Chimney Sweeps trained
- Certificate included, no extra charge
- Smoke test on every sweep
- Since 2006 Specialising in chimney safety
- HETAS & ICS trained Formally qualified
- Certificate included Insurance compliance, no extra cost
- 5.0 on Yell Verified customer rating
What Gary does
Chimney services for Bristol homes
From a routine annual sweep to a stubborn bird nest or a full CCTV inspection, the work is done properly and certificated for insurance.
Blockage and Bird Nest Removal
Removal of blockages and bird nests, with CCTV inspection included for published bird nest/blockage pricing.
Testing and Inspection
Smoke testing, chimney testing, and close-up inspection for suitability and safety.
Problem Solving and Advice
Practical chimney safety advice and support for common flue and fireplace issues.
Not sure what you need? Gary can talk it through.
Call 07960 722 477
Bristol hearths, swept and certificated
The work
Real sweeping, done the careful way
Every job is swept properly and finished with a smoke test and a certificate, so your chimney is safe and your insurer is satisfied. Nothing rushed, nothing skipped.
- Full chimney sweep of the flue
- Smoke draw test to confirm it is working safely
- Insurance compliance certificate
- Tidy, dust-controlled work area
- Honest advice on flue condition and usage
Honest pricing
Straightforward sweep prices
Every price includes the chimney sweep, a smoke test and your insurance compliance certificate. Prices are per fireplace or appliance and may rise for difficult access or poor chimney condition.
| Service | Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Regular open fire | Found in most terrace and semi properties | £70 |
| Large open fire/Inglenook | Found in older rural properties and larger Clifton-type properties | £80 |
| Woodburner with chimney liner | Compliant and professionally fitted stoves | £70 |
| Woodburner without a chimney liner | Usually DIY or local builder installations | £80 |
| Biomass systems | Windhauger-type pellet and batch systems | From £70 |
| Blockages or bird nest removal | Includes sweep and CCTV inspection | From £110 |
| CCTV inspections | Find problems or check usage suitability; includes chimney sweep | From £90 |
Bird nest, blockage and CCTV work includes a closer inspection. For an exact quote, call 07960 722 477 or book online.
Why Bristol picks Gary
Trusted for the right reasons
No gimmicks. Just qualified, tidy, certificated chimney work from a local specialist who has been doing it for years.
Nearly two decades on chimneys
Gary has specialised in chimney maintenance and safety since 2006, after a working life around chimneys.
Properly trained, not just experienced
Formal training with the Institute of Chimney Sweeps and HETAS, so the work meets recognised standards.
Certificate on every sweep
A compliance certificate is provided at no extra cost, ready for insurance and building control.
A careful, considered approach
Verified customer feedback on Yell describes Gary's work as careful and considered, not rushed.
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What customers say
Reviews from Bristol households
★★★★★ Yell
Gary is a great chimney sweep with a careful considered approach
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Since 2006
Meet Gary
Your local Bristol chimney sweep
Gary Avery has worked with chimneys for most of his working life and specialised in chimney maintenance and safety in 2006. He completed formal training with the Institute of Chimney Sweeps and HETAS, and has built a strong local reputation across Bristol for careful, professional service.
Whether it is a regular open fire in a Bristol terrace, a woodburner in a Clifton period property, or a blockage that needs CCTV inspection, Gary approaches every job the same way: swept properly, tested, and certificated.
Institute of Chimney SweepsFormal training
HETASRegistered solid fuel competence
Bristol basedLocal specialist, BS5 8EQ
Get in touch
Book your Bristol chimney sweep
Call Gary directly or book online. Mon to Sat, 8:30 to 5.
Book online Pick a time that suits you 07960 722 477 Speak to Gary directly averyssweeps@gmail.com For questions and quotes
21 Sherbourne St Bristol, BS5 8EQ
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