Whangārei & Northland · Owner-operated 20+ years

Chimney Sweeping in Whangārei — Warm, Cosy & Safe

NZHHA-certified chimney sweeps for wood burners, log burners and open fires across Northland — insurance-approved cleans and fireplace safety checks before winter bites.

Warm Cosy Safe
20+
years sweeping
Northland chimneys
20+ years experience NZHHA certified Insurance-approved cleans Owner-operated Free quotes
Why sweep your chimney?

A clean flue is a warmer, safer home

Every fire you light leaves soot and creosote — a flammable tar — inside your flue. Left to build up, it's the leading cause of chimney fires and can push dangerous carbon monoxide back into the room.

  • Cut the fire risk. Removing creosote is the single best way to prevent a chimney fire.
  • Keep your insurance valid. Most policies expect a solid-fuel fire to be swept about once a year.
  • Burn warmer, for less. A clear flue draws better, so your fire lights easily and throws more heat.
  • Peace of mind before winter. Get it sorted early so your fire is ready the first cold night.
Logs burning cleanly inside a well-swept wood burner
What we do

Chimney & fireplace care across Northland

From a full sweep to a top-to-bottom safety check, we keep your wood burner and open fire running clean.

Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning

A thorough, mess-free sweep that clears soot and creosote from your flue for a cleaner, safer burn.

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Chimney Safety Audit

We check the flue, firebox, door and seals for obstructions, deterioration and venting problems.

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Roof & Flashing Inspection

A look over the cowl, cap and flashing for leaks or structural issues while we're up top.

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Wood & Log Burner Cleaning

Free-standing and inbuilt burners cleaned inside and out, with glass, baffle and firebox checked.

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Repairs

Cowls, caps, firebricks, baffles and door seals repaired or replaced — plus honest advice on anything bigger.

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Not sure what you need?

Give Brandon a call and describe your fire — he'll tell you honestly what's worth doing.

Call 09 430 8103
The BJ difference

More than a sweep — a proper safety check

Anyone can run a brush up a flue. What sets BJ Chimney Sweeping apart is the safety audit that comes with it: we inspect the firebox, door seals, baffle and flue for obstructions, deterioration and venting problems, then tell you plainly what we found. It's the difference between a fire that looks fine and one you know is safe.

What we check
Why BJ Chimney Sweeping

Local, certified & genuinely careful

20+ years in Whangārei

Two decades keeping Northland's chimneys clean and safe — experience you can trust.

NZHHA certified

A member of the New Zealand Home Heating Association — trained to the industry standard.

Owner-operated

You deal with Brandon & Carolyn every time — not a call centre or a rotating crew.

Insurance-approved cleans

A documented annual sweep that helps you meet what your home insurer expects.

A cleaner, safer sweep

Careful drop-sheets and dust control mean we leave the room as tidy as we found it.

Free quotes & EFTPOS

Honest, no-obligation quotes before we start — and mobile EFTPOS to pay on the day.

What Northland says

Trusted by homes across the region

★★★★★

“Good communication and efficiency and a great result. Arrival on time and a great job undertaken — a very well-informed serviceman who gave us helpful information as well.”

Stephen GilesWhangārei
★★★★★

“I wouldn't use anyone else now. BJ are the best — from the first phone call until the job is done.”

Tim & Joanne RWhangārei
★★★★★

“Always prompt, courteous and professional. I recommend BJ to all my friends.”

Ngaire PWhangārei
★★★★★

“Brandon came and cleaned my chimney. He was very informative and gave me some tips on how to use the fire and be more efficient. I am so pleased with the service — he is coming back to do my carpets as well. Friendly and excellent at his job.”

Denise PowellWhangārei

Real reviews for Brandon & Carolyn's family business, trusted across Northland for 20+ years.

Meet Brandon & Carolyn

Two decades caring for Northland's fires

BJ Chimney Sweeping is an owner-operated business run by Brandon and Carolyn Hawke — Whangārei locals who've been sweeping chimneys and checking fireplaces across Northland for over 20 years.

When you book, you deal with Brandon directly, from the first phone call to the finished job. NZHHA-certified, insurance-approved, and genuinely proud of a tidy, thorough job — that's why customers call back year after year.

More about us

Serving Whangārei & all of Northland

Chimney sweeping, wood burner cleaning and fireplace safety checks across the region.

WhangāreiKamoTikipungaOnerahiKensingtonRegentMaunuBream BayRuakaka

Book before winter — our busiest season

Autumn and early winter fill up fast across Northland. Get your sweep and safety check booked now so your fire's ready for the first cold night.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Most home insurers and the NZ Home Heating Association recommend sweeping a wood burner or open-fire chimney once a year, ideally before winter. Regular use, burning damp wood or a slow-burning fire builds creosote faster and may need more frequent cleaning.

Burning wood leaves soot and creosote — a flammable tar — on the inside of the flue. Once it builds up it can ignite and cause a chimney fire, and a blocked flue can push carbon monoxide back into your home. An annual sweep clears the build-up so your fire burns safely.

Yes. BJ Chimney Sweeping serves Whangārei and the wider Northland region — including Kamo, Tikipunga, Onerahi, Kensington, Regent, Maunu, Bream Bay and Ruakaka. If you're nearby and not sure, just ask.

No. Brandon sweeps with professional equipment and takes care to protect your hearth and floor, leaving the room as clean as he found it. A cleaner, safer sweep is the whole point.

Many home and contents policies expect solid-fuel fires to be swept regularly by a competent person. Our cleans are insurance-approved and we can talk you through what your insurer typically looks for. Keep your receipt as your record.

Every job is a little different, so we give you a free, no-obligation quote first. Call Brandon on 09 430 8103, Monday to Saturday 8am–6pm, or send a message through the website and he'll get straight back to you.

Free Quote

Book your sweep or safety check

Tell Brandon about your fire and he'll get straight back to you. Or call 09 430 8103 — Mon–Sat, 8am–6pm.

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Prefer to talk? Call Brandon on 09 430 8103 · Mon–Sat 8am–6pm

Call for a Free Quote — 09 430 8103