About Me

After serving with pride as a Royal Marine, I've brought the same values of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail into my chimney sweeping business based in Southwell, Nottinghamshire.
Military service taught me the importance of discipline, integrity, and delivering every job to the highest standard, qualities that now form the foundation of my business. My mission is simple: to provide homeowners across Southwell and the surrounding Nottinghamshire area with a trustworthy, clean, and dependable chimney sweeping service.
As a proud member of the National Association of Chimney Sweeps (NACS), I'm trained to industry standards and committed to delivering a professional service on every visit. For your peace of mind, I'm fully insured, and a Certificate of Sweeping is provided upon completion of every sweep, helping support appliance warranties and insurance requirements.
Whether you have a wood-burning stove, multi-fuel appliance, open fire, or flue system, I'm dedicated to helping keep your home safe, efficient, and ready for use throughout the year. Every job is carried out with care and respect for your property, ensuring a thorough, clean service with minimal disruption.
As a local, independent business, I take great pride in building long-term relationships with customers through honest advice, quality workmanship, and exceptional customer service. Just as in the Royal Marines, I believe reputation is earned through hard work, reliability, and always going the extra mile.
Edward Downing
Professional standards. Military reliability. Local service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will carry out the work?
Every job is carried out personally by Edward Downing, a former Royal Marine, so you get the same trained, insured professional on every visit.
What does NACS-registered mean?
It means we are trained and assessed to the standards of the National Association of Chimney Sweeps, and our Certificate of Sweeping is recognised by insurers and appliance manufacturers.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. We carry full public liability insurance for complete peace of mind.
Book your sweep
Friendly, fully insured, and NACS-registered. Get in touch for a quote or to book.