Third-generation chimney sweeping for Wakefield and the five towns, with no mess left behind.

3rd generation chimney sweep covering Wakefield and the five towns. Member of The Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps, using traditional manual sweeping and modern Snaplok power sweeping.

  • 5.0 from 34 Google reviews
  • Guild certified
  • HETAS registered
Mark in blue coveralls and a mask power-sweeping a wood burner, with dust sheets down and his yellow vacuum beside him

Wakefield-based sweep

All types of chimneys swept

I use both traditional manual sweep techniques and modern Snaplok power sweeping. A Guild certificate is issued with every chimney swept.

I can sweep

  • Multi-fuel stoves
  • Open fires
  • Aga Rayburn
  • Soot boxes

Maintenance and repairs

  • Stove maintenance
  • Glass
  • Rope seals
  • Fire bricks

Also on the list

  • Bird nests removed
  • Advice on your stove or fire
  • Certificates issued
Mark kneeling on dust sheets at a stove, power-sweeping with rods and a vacuum hose
Power sweeping a stove, dust sheets down first.

Three generations, 55 years of family business

I'm Mark Ellis, a 3rd generation chimney sweep. 55 years of family business, a 2 year apprenticeship served and professionally qualified to national standards.

I use both traditional manual sweep techniques as well as modern Snaplok power sweeping, and I can also undertake maintenance and repairs on your stove.

Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps & HETAS Certified

I am a member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps, a professional trade body that promotes high safety standards for chimney sweeps. As part of being a Guild member, a Guild certificate is issued with every chimney swept - your guarantee that it has been swept to the highest standards.

  • Guild Certified Chimney Sweep
  • HETAS registered business: service and maintenance
  • Full liability insurance
  • Certificates issued
A double-door cast-iron multi-fuel stove burning in a cream chimney breast
The whistling top-hat sweep painted on the side of Mark's blue van
Look out for the blue vanThe whistling sweep in the top hat, on the side of my blue van.

A friendly and professional service

I will ensure that no mess is left when sweeping your chimney, I use sheets that are specially designed for the sweeping trade and all waste is securely bagged and disposed of in special skips.

A fireplace sealed off with a taped dust sheet, the vacuum hose fed through it, before sweeping
The fireplace sealed off with a dust sheet before sweeping.
The back of Mark's bright blue van, with tied blue bags on the pavement beside it
All waste securely bagged.

Before I arrive

When having your chimney swept, could you please leave the area in front of the chimney clear and remove any breakable objects.

Peace of mind

I have full business liability insurance for your peace of mind, and you get a Guild certificate for every chimney swept.

What customers say

5.0 from 34 Google reviews

100% recommend on Facebook (35 reviews)

“Mark attended on time and was professional, considerate when parking and polite and respectful of our home. He was very knowledgable and shared his expertise with me to provide advice regarding the condition of my stove. He was very easy going and was dog friendly, providing some entertainment for my dog as part of his service! He left no mess and provided professional paperwork. His pricing was competitive and more than reasonable for the service provided. Highly recommended”
Darnell Dinsdale · Google review
“Mark arrived on time as planned for the annual sweep. He immediately noticed a problem with our log burner and provided recommendations how to fix it. Always great service, would recommend”
Denise B · Google review
“Amazing service, have used Mark for several years. He is quick, tidy and reliable and does a fantastic job! 5 stars!”
Naomi Myers · Google review
“Just had the first “sweep” of our wood burner, Mark turned up bang on time and set to straightaway with the job. No mess, no fuss, very efficient at what he does. The wife was well happy as absolutely no mess, definite 5 star service and thoroughly recommend,”
Steve Armitage · Google review
“Always more than satisfied with Mark’s annual service of our multi fuel log burner. Highly qualified, professional, prompt, super polite and helpful - everything clients should expect you’d think yet sadly lacking at times in all industries. Thanks Mark and wishing you yet another busy and successful year ahead BEST TO BOOK EARLY FOLKS!”
Sue Gillett · Google review

Traditional and modern techniques

  • Traditional manual sweep techniques
  • Modern Snaplok power sweeping
  • A Guild certificate with every chimney swept
An open flight case holding a monitor and coiled cable, on dust sheets by a fireplace
Kit laid out on the dust sheets.

Areas covered

I cover the Wakefield district and the five towns, including Barnsley, Dewsbury, South Leeds and Batley areas. However if you are outside these areas, please contact me and I will do my best to accommodate your booking.

  • Wakefield
  • Crofton
  • Walton
  • Newmiller Dam
  • Ackworth
  • Pontefract
  • Hemsworth
  • Castleford
  • Normanton
  • Featherstone
  • Purston Jaglin
  • Lofthouse
  • Sandal
  • Agbrigg
  • Altofts
  • Ossett
  • Outwood
  • South Elmsall
  • South Hiendley
  • South Kirkby
  • Flockton
  • Upton
  • Horbury
  • Newton Hill
  • Monk Fryston
  • Wrenthorpe
  • Middlestown
  • Eastmoor
  • Kettlethorpe
  • Netherton
  • Barnsley
  • Royston
  • Alverthorpe
  • Kirkhamgate

Bookings

Monday to Friday
8am-8pm
Saturday
8am-1pm
Sunday
Closed
Call 01924 724506

Based in Walton, Wakefield

Covering the Wakefield district and the five towns, with Barnsley, Dewsbury, South Leeds and Batley.

Book your sweep

Contact me for more information or to make an appointment.

Bookings Monday to Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-1pm.

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