Grow Your Chimney Sweeping Business

No. Our standard independent membership is a booking platform arrangement rather than a traditional franchise.

You retain your own business identity, set your own prices and remain responsible for delivering your services.

Operators who wish to use the Hot Box ® identity can apply for a separate, optional branded membership.

There is no joining fee and no compulsory monthly subscription for independent operators.

Hot Box earns 10% commission on completed bookings processed through the platform.

Optional Hot Box ® Branded Membership costs £150 + VAT per month, in addition to the standard booking commission.

Yes. You establish your own prices for chimney sweeping, stove servicing and any other approved services you are qualified and insured to provide.

Customers can view the applicable price when making their booking.

No. Independent operators continue trading under their own business names.

Our optional branded membership allows approved operators to use the Hot Box ® Chimney Sweep identity under a separate brand licence agreement.

Independent operators are expected to demonstrate appropriate professional competence for the services they offer.

Hot Box does not include chimney sweeping training or professional certification within the standard platform membership.

Where appropriate, we may provide information about relevant industry training and professional development opportunities.

No. Participating operators provide their own vehicles, equipment, insurance and other resources required to deliver their services.

Approved branded partners may use Hot Box ® vehicle graphics and branded materials in accordance with the applicable brand guidelines.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified chimney sweeping businesses throughout the United Kingdom.

Operators establish their preferred service areas and appointment availability. Membership does not automatically provide an exclusive territory.

No. Booking volumes depend on customer demand, location, service availability, pricing and other commercial factors.

Hot Box provides the online booking marketplace but does not guarantee a minimum number of appointments or a particular level of income.

The independent chimney sweep is responsible for delivering the booked service, including appropriate insurance, professional competence, safety, workmanship and service documentation.

Hot Box operates the booking platform and facilitates the connection between customers and participating service providers.

Yes, subject to approval and provided you have the appropriate competence, equipment and insurance for the services offered.

Operators must accurately describe their services and meet applicable professional requirements.

Visit the Hot Box ® Chimney Sweep platform to explore the network and register your interest in becoming an operator.