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Chimney & Fireplace

Does my chimney need sweeping if I am having a new flue installed for my wood burner?

Anonymous user 13/03/2024 - 2.30 PM

I have purchased an old house. It has a wood burner but requires a new flue. My home insurance has stated that I need to have my chimney swept once a year but my builder has told me that, as he is installing a new flue, it will not be required this year. I cannot argue what I don't understand so would appreciate some guidance on this subject

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Anonymous user

If your chimney is being lined then it is best to have it swept prior to prevent the soot build up from being forced down the chimney and into your room during the installation and also to remove any build up of tar / acidic deposits which will continue to eat away at the old chimney if left. Also bear in mind that you need to arrange a building control inspection if it is being installed by a builder rather than a HETAS registered installer. Martyn Heywood. Chimney Care & Repair. HETAS installer 12061.
Answered11 April 2012
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Anonymous user

I would alway recommend hetas installers to do any solid fuel work as it is their line of work after all you wouldn't get a baker to pull your teeth out .Should always have your chimney swept before any flue liner goes in .
Answered11 April 2012
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