Woodburning Stoves - Essential Information
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The Open Fire Centre, Yorkshire St., Oldham, Lancashire:

Is my home suitable for a stove
How big does the stove need to be
Woodburning, Multi-fuel. What's the difference
Which Fuel is best
Can I burn coal
I live in a smoke control area
What is EN13240 & Does it affect me
Where can I buy wood
Which type of wood is best
Cast Iron or Steel - Which is best
Why should my chimney be lined
What is "Airwash"
What is "Cleanburn"
What is HETAS and how does it affect me
What size of flue do I need
I have not got a chimney
What clearances do I need around the stove
Do I need a hearth
Who should fit it, can I fit it myself
Do I need to inform the Local Council
Is it safe to buy on the Internet
Should I tell the Council I am fitting a woodburning stove?

If you are employing the services of a "self certifying" Hetas Registered Installer - No.

If not, you must submit plans for approval before commencement and have the job passed off by the Council after completion.

Either way you must obtain the Hetas Certificate of Compliance for your Home Information Pack. Your insurance company, also, is increasingly likely to require it in the event of a fire claim.

 
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