CLEAN SWEEP PETE
Safe, Clean & Efficient Chimneys
A Professional Chimney Sweep You Can Trust
Keeping Homes Safe, Clean & Chimneys Working Properly
Guild of master Sweeps Qualified • Fully Insured • Clean & Dust-Free Service• Fully Insured • DBS Checked • Insurance , Solicitor & Landlord Formal Certificates Issued
We provide professional chimney sweeping and log burner cleaning services across Ilkley (LS29), Otley (LS21), Guiseley (LS20), Yeadon (LS19), Bingley (BD16), Shipley (BD18), Baildon (BD17), Keighley (BD21, BD22), Skipton (BD23), Bradford (BD1–BD15) and Leeds (LS1–LS28). We also cover Harrogate (HG1, HG2), Wetherby (LS22, LS23), Pudsey (LS28), Horsforth (LS18), Halifax (HX1–HX6), Brighouse (HD6), Cleckheaton (BD19), Heckmondwike (WF16), Dewsbury (WF12, WF13), Batley (WF17), Morley (LS27), Silsden (BD20) and Holmfirth (HD9).
If you’re searching for a “chimney sweep near me”, we are ideally based to respond quickly across West Yorkshire and the surrounding areas, offering reliable, clean and professional service for open fires, wood burners and multi-fuel stoves.
We also regularly work throughout Wharfedale, including Kettlewell (BD23), Grassington (BD23), Thresfield (BD23), Linton (BD23), Burnsall (BD23), Hebden (BD23) and surrounding villages, delivering specialist chimney sweeping for rural homes, cottages and solid fuel installations.
Whether you need a routine chimney clean, log burner service or a full safety check, we cover all nearby areas within around 40 minutes of Ilkley, ensuring fast response times and flexible appointments.
When was your Flue last Swept?
Don’t risk a costly chimney fire, dangerous soot build-up, or worse — a carbon monoxide leak. Regular chimney sweeping keeps your home safe, your appliance efficient, and your mind at ease.
Every sweep includes a Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps Certificate, recognised by insurers, landlords, and conveyancing Solicitors for your peace of mind.
Following each successful sweep, we carry out a smoke evacuation test to ensure your chimney or flue is working safely and efficiently. We’ll also provide clear, practical advice tailored to your appliance and usage.
We can also advise on and supply essential replacement parts, including stove fire bricks, sealing rope, door glass, and chimney cowls — helping you keep your stove in top condition all year round.
Not all chimney sweeps are the same.
When it comes to the safety of your home and family, choosing the right chimney sweep matters.
A chimney may look clean from the outside, but hidden inside can be dangerous soot build-up, tar deposits, blockages, bird nests, damaged liners, or deadly carbon monoxide risks.
So why choose a member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps instead of just any “established” chimney sweep?
Because not all chimney sweeps are trained, assessed, insured, or professionally accredited.
An official Guild member has completed recognised industry training, practical assessments, and ongoing professional standards to ensure work is carried out correctly, safely, and to current regulations. You are not simply paying for someone to brush soot out of a chimney — you are paying for professional knowledge, safety expertise, and peace of mind.
Would you have plumbing work carried out by someone who wasn’t Gas Safe registered?
Then why trust your chimney, stove, and the air your family breathes to someone without recognised qualifications?
Many dangers linked to chimneys are invisible. You can smell smoke. You can smell gas. But you cannot smell carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is a silent killer — colourless, odourless, and potentially fatal. Poorly maintained flues, blocked chimneys, damaged liners, or incomplete combustion can all lead to dangerous carbon monoxide entering your home without warning.
All offical Guild members (You can verify my professional accreditation and authenticity by clicking the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps badge on our homepage or by searching directly via https://www.findachimneysweep.co.uk/sweeps/clean-sweep-pete/) are trained to safely and thoroughly sweep all types of chimneys and flues, including open fires, wood burners, and multi-fuel stoves, using approved methods and equipment to ensure a complete and effective clean every time.
Just as importantly, a Guild sweep is trained to identify potential safety issues such as blockages, excess soot or tar build-up, and early signs of damage or poor ventilation — helping to prevent dangerous problems before they occur.
You will also receive an official Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps Certificate of Sweeping, widely recognised by insurers, landlords, and stove manufacturers as proof of professional maintenance.
Choosing a Guild member gives you more reasurance:
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Confidence that your chimney is swept safely and correctly
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Protection for insurance policies and appliance warranties
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Expert advice on maintenance, safety, and efficiency
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A reliable, clean, and professional service every time
When it comes to the safety of your home and family, using a qualified and accredited chimney sweep is not just recommended — it is essential.
Why Choose Clean Sweep Pete?
Professional Chimney Sweep You Can Trust
I’m Pete Proctor, a fully qualified professional chimney sweep and proud member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps, providing trusted chimney sweeping and stove services across ILKLEY, Skipton , Grassington, Harrogate, Wharfedale, and surrounding West & North Yorkshire areas within 40 mins drive.
I’m not a national franchise or a call centre company — I’m a local lad who went to Kettlewell Primary School in the Dales (as did my Son and Daughter) and was raised in Ilkley and Wharfedale, where my family has strong local roots in the area too. That local connection REALLY matters to me. My reputation is built on trust, reliability, professionalism, and treating every customer’s home with the same care and respect I would expect in my own.
I’m not a “Bucket, Henry the Hoover and Drain Rod Brush” type of sweep either — I am a fully qualified Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps assessed and registered professional, I am trained to protect your home from the real risks of chimney fires and silent carbon monoxide poisoning.
I use modern, professional chimney sweeping equipment, including rod systems and HEPA-filtered dust extraction, along with industry-recognised certification where required. This ensures your chimney is cleaned properly, safely, and in line with insurance and landlord requirements.
Here’s Why Homeowners Choose Me
✔ DBS checked - also higher security cleared
I have previously worked within highly secure professional environments where enhanced levels of trust, integrity, discretion, and security clearance were essential requirements of the role. That background means customers can feel confident and reassured when inviting me into their home.
I understand the importance of professionalism, respect for people’s property, punctuality, and carrying out work responsibly and courteously at all times. Whether I’m working in a family home, rental property, listed cottage, or commercial premises, you can trust that your property will be treated with care, respect, and complete professionalism throughout every visit.
✔ Guild Qualified – Industry Leading Standards
As a Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps trained and assessed professional, I’ve completed intensive training, on-site mentoring, and ongoing periodic assessments. This ensures every job is carried out to a consistently high, industry-recognised standard.
✔ Fully Insured – Total Peace of Mind
With £2.5 million public liability insurance, you can have complete confidence when work is carried out in your home.
✔ Immaculately Clean – Modern Dust-Free Equipment
I use professional HEPA-filtered dust extraction systems (not standard household vacuums), along with full protective sheeting.
Your home is protected at all times — no mess, no soot, no stress.
✔ Advanced Rotary Cleaning Methods
I use modern rotary power sweeping techniques to deliver a deeper, more effective clean while remaining safe for your chimney.
This maximises soot and deposit removal while helping maintain the integrity of your flue.
✔ Industry-Recognised Certificates Issued
Every sweep can include a certificate of sweeping, accepted by insurers, landlords, and stove manufacturers, giving you full compliance peace of mind.
✔ Honest, Straightforward Advice
No unnecessary work. No pressure selling.
Just clear, practical guidance so you can make informed decisions about your chimney and appliance.
✔ Reliable & Professional Service
I turn up on time, communicate clearly, and treat your home with respect.
A friendly, professional service from start to finish.
Services Provided
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Chimney Sweeping (Open Fires & Wood/Multi-Fuel Stoves)
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Stove Servicing & Safety Checks
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CCTV Chimney Inspections
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Bird’s Nest Removal
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Soot Fall Clean-Ups
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Smoke Tests
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Insurance & Landlord Certification
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Chimney Pot & Cowl Advice / Installation
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Flue Integrity Checks
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Pre-Purchase / Homebuyer Inspections
What You Can Expect
All work is carried out with a strong focus on safety, cleanliness, and attention to detail. You can expect a professional service that is:
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Guild qualified
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Fully insured
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Professionally trained and assessed
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Clean and dust-controlled using HEPA filtration
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Punctual and reliable
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Friendly and respectful of your home
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Honest — no unnecessary work
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Fairly priced and transparent
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Adapted to your specific needs
“Absolutely spotless work. Pete used professional dust extraction and left no mess at all. More importantly, he checked everything properly and made sure our chimney was safe and compliant. Highly recommended and loads more soot removed than ever before - thanks ”
AlISON — Ilkley
“Very reassuring service. Pete explained everything clearly, highlighted a couple of safety issues we hadn’t been told about before, and provided full certification. You can tell he takes fire safety and customer protection seriously.”
Mark — Skipton