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Types of Wood: Softwoods like pine or cedar produce a thick smoke and creosote, leading to chimney fires. Rather choose hardwoods for a cleaner burn. Green or wet wood causes excessive smoke, poor combustion, and creosote build-up. Always make sure that your woods moisture content is 20% or less. Particle board, driftwood, treated wood, and […]

Liner vs No Liner In accordance with a regulation, it states that your installer must confirm that the chimney is free from any defects and is suitable for its intended use. When an installer checks your chimney, they may find that the only way to provide you with a compliant and safe installation is to

When you are in the process of moving home, it is good practice to know exactly what documentation you require as part of your home exchange process and here are a few helpful tips on what you will need: Certificate of compliance – this certificate demonstrates that the installation complies with the relevant Building Regulations.

It is a necessity to have your chimney swept, regardless of how often you use your appliance. There could be a build-up of soot, a bird nest, or animal excrement that can create hazards that lead to dangerous gases entering the property or cause a chimney fire. How to easily reduce your chimney sweep costs

Thatch Properties with a stove or open fireplace are a popular choice for many homeowners. Getting expert advice is essential to minimize the risk associated with any installation of solid fuel and wood heating and associated chimney work. Key points homeowners should be aware of when either specifying a new installation or moving into a

Burn Better: Use cleaner fuels and regular chimney maintenance is key to reducing pollution from open fires and stoves used for domestic burning. To reduce emissions and to improve our people’s health, the “Burn Better” campaign is appealing to those with a wood burning stove or open fire in their homes to act now and

Your stove rope serves as an integral purpose on your stove. It is best to know how to identify stove rope degradation, when to replace degrading stove rope, and how to go about having your stove rope replaced will ensure your wood burner can continue to burn efficiently and safely. What is a stove rope?

If you are in the market for a wood-burning fireplace, you might be wondering whether it is best to go with a closed combustion fireplace or an open fireplace. Aside from the obvious differences such as design, many are unsure what the difference is between these two in terms of efficiency, cost-effectiveness and functionality. Closed

Making the choice between a wood and a gas fireplace usually comes down to the benefits and what works the best in your home. Having the client understand how each of these will work can make a big difference. Wood Burning Fireplace vs Gas Fireplace Two common types of fireplaces include the wood-burning fireplace and

When in the market for a new fireplace, you may have heard of the term “closed combustion”. Do you know what that means? Or why you should consider it for your home? We specialize in providing exceptional closed combustion fireplaces. Here is all you need to know about this heating solution. What is a Closed