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Detailed guidance on solid-fuel safety, Building Regulations, wood-burning stoves, chimneys, flues and property considerations.
Wood burning stoves - FAQ's
convector firebox wood burning stove freestanding stove In this article, we have addressed the most frequently asked questions regarding wood burning stoves and new wood burning stove installations . If you have a query we haven't provided an answer to…
Read article →Technical guidanceThe Building Regulations: Common queries regarding the installation of new or replacement combustion appliances and flue shafts.
In this article, we aim to aim to address and provide guidance on some of the most common queries arising from the proposed installation of new or replacement wood burning stoves, open fires or flue shafts in relation to the building regulations . All…
Read article →Technical guidancePreparing to light a fire
Before you consider installing or using a wood burning stove or an open fire , you need to think hard about what is the correct fuel for your appliance, how can you correctly store it and then how is it best used. If you can implement the answers to these…
Read article →Technical guidanceCarbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer
Carbon Monoxide (CO), is a potentially lethal gas that is not visible, has no taste and has no smell, which is why it is often referred to as the silent killer . It is estimated that 4000 people attend hospital each year with suspected carbon monoxide…
Read article →Technical guidanceA basic guide to the Building Regulations for open fire, stove and flue installations in thatch properties
It is a misconception that because you own a thatch property you cannot have a solid fuel combustion appliance, whether and open fire or wood burning stove, installed within your property. Our experience is that insurance companies can also add to this…
Read article →Technical guidanceBuying and Selling a property with solid fuel appliances
If you are buying or selling a property which has a 'live' solid fuel appliance, whether that be a stove or open fire, it is becoming more common that the correct documentation and proof of safety is being requested by both solicitors and mortgage lenders.…
Read article →Technical guidanceCan I have a wood burner in a thatch property?
One of the most common queries from thatch property owners is 'Can I have wood burner installed?'. The simple answer is yes, you can, There is no law that states thatch properties may not have a wood burner installed, but there are a number of considerations…
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