Chimney Sweep Brighton

Professional Chimney Sweeping Across Brighton, Hove & Sussex

Van Dyke is the chimney sweep Brighton residents trust for safe, thorough flue maintenance all year round. Whether you have an open fireplace, a wood-burning stove, or a solid fuel appliance, a clean and clear flue is essential for safe and efficient burning.

Pete carries out annual and biannual chimney sweeps across Brighton, Hove, and the wider Sussex area. Every visit includes a thorough sweep of your flue using professional equipment, leaving your fireplace area clean and your chimney free of blockages, soot, and debris. All sweeps are carried out to NACS standards and include a Type 2 smoke test as standard. Each visit concludes with a full written service report, which you keep as a record of the work carried out.

After every sweep, you receive a recognised certificate of sweeping — the document your insurer will ask for if you ever need to make a claim related to your chimney or fireplace. Many home insurance policies require an annual sweep to remain valid, so keeping on top of it is both a safety measure and a practical one.

If you need a chimney sweep Brighton and Sussex can rely on, Pete covers all of Brighton, Hove, Burgess Hill, Lewes, and the surrounding villages. He’s usually able to offer appointments within a few days and is available throughout the year, not just in the burning season.

The Process

Protect area — Dust sheets and covers are laid around your fireplace before any work begins.
Clean out (grate) — Ash and debris are cleared from the grate and firebox to prepare for the sweep.
Inspection — The flue is checked for structural damage, obstructions, and any concerns before sweeping.
Power sweep — Professional rotary equipment is used to clean the full length of your flue thoroughly.
Type 2 smoke test — A smoke test confirms the flue is drawing correctly and completely clear.
Clean and tidy — Your fireplace area is left spotless, with all debris bagged and removed.