Fireplaces Alloa

Alloa Fireplace Installation & Repair

Fireplace Fitter Alloa Scotland (FK10): A splendid way to add a bit of charm, character and a cozy feel to any dwelling in Alloa, is to reopen a disused fireplace to fit a multi-fuel, wood burner or open fireplace. So long as you've got a ready supply of wood, the addition of a multi-fuel stove or open fire for those cold winter days could even prove to be less expensive than a conventional central heating system. Combine a back boiler with your fireplace and you'll enjoy supplies of endless hot water to save you even more cash.

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If you're going to create an attractive, safe and efficient fireplace in your house in Alloa, there are important considerations you must think of before any work commences. Work carried out on the chimney breasts, hearths, fireplaces and flue linings of any combustible appliances, must comply with Part J of the UK Building Regulations. If you are in a listed building, or a dwelling that lies in a conservation, you will need to find out from the council if planning permission is needed for a fireplace installation.

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DIY OR PROFESSIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION?

A simple restoration of a pre-existing fireplace can perhaps be completed by a skilled DIY enthusiast, however if any building work is needed there's a possibility of running into structural issues that will need to be handled by a professional. It may be your good fortune when you pull back the boarding surrounding a disused fireplace to find a hidden treasure that needs nothing more than a good clean up and a check from a chimney sweep to get a roaring fire going. What's more commonplace however is a swathe of crumbling brickwork covering a blocked flue, and also requires some form of structural reinforcement before it can be safely used.

Hiring a specialist fireplace fitter in Alloa is generally recommended, because a fireplace which is poorly installed can can cause a fire risk and respiratory problems. There always has to be a decent air flow into a room where there is a fireplace to guarantee sufficient amounts of oxygen enable the fire to burn safely. If the airflow is not sufficient then it's quite possible that a fire will not burn efficiently and cause carbon monoxide to build up, which can be deadly.

To ensure adequate oxygen levels reach the fire at all times, and to successfully get around any problems with air flow, vents might be fitted in the room as part of a fireplace installation. To prevent condensed air from becoming trapped in unused chimney flues and producing damp spots and staining, flue vents might need to be fitted by the installation team to enhance the airflow.

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BEFORE WORK STARTS

Opening up an old fireplace can cause a lot of of grime and soot to enter your home. It's advisable to remove any carpets, furniture and rugs from a room where you're going to uncover an old fireplace, to avoid them being damaged by soot, dust and grime that might be disturbed during the fireplace installation work. If your fireplace is being fitted as part of a larger renovation then it ought to be one of the initial things to be done once you have got the room back to its bare floors and walls. This avoids any discolouring damage to any refurbished work you've already completed.

STRUCTURAL AND CONSTRUCTION WORK

With the fireplace opened up, it's time to see what can be renovated and give the chimney and hearth a comprehensive clean. Contacting a proper chimney sweep to clean your chimney will be one of the very first items on the to-do-list. As well as sweeping and cleaning your flue and chimney, they will also consider the condition of your flue liner and chimney and tell you about any portion of the chimney structure and flue that needs replacing.

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All the relevant UK Building Regulations should be followed, if you need to install a new flue liner or strengthen the chimney structure. This is unlikely to be the type of work that can be accomplished by a DIY person, therefore you will need to employ an experienced builder or fireplace fitter with experience in good working practices and an extensive knowledge of the Building Regulations.

It is quite likely that a concrete supporting lintel will have to be installed, if the original fireplace is of a size that is wider than your needs. Once your new concrete lintel is safely in position you can now proceed with the updating, renovation and installation of the fireplace hearth. In past days the hearth was sunken into a hole in the floor, however the current UK Building Regulations demand that it is raised at least 12.5mm above the level of the floor. You can get tailor-made options to fit pretty much any size and design of fireplace, or you can choose from a range of common sized hearths to fit in with your decor.

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FIREPLACE STYLE

Deciding on your choice of fireplace can be challenging when faced with the many designs and styles available from an online shop or fireplace showroom. Not all fireplaces might be suitable for your existing chimney and flue therefore it is sensible to accept any advice and help from your installation team in relation to your specific situation.

Some homes and rooms will be more suitable for open fireplaces than a multi-fuel stove or a wood burner and vice versa. If you are lucky enough to have a house with an inglenook fireplace for instance, this is the perfect setting for a traditional cast iron wood-burner stove. This won't only reflect the heat back into the room effectively, but will also draw your gaze towards the charm and elegance of the stove.

For homes in Alloa that do not have a chimney breast, a multi-fuel or wood burning stove is a splendid option. Your fireplace fitter can take a stainless steel flue directly from the top or rear of the stove and out through an exterior wall, therefore a chimney isn't required.

ELECTRIC, WOOD, MULTI-FUEL, OPEN OR GAS FIREPLACE?

If your circumstances don't allow for a natural fireplace, what are all the possible alternatives?

Gas Fireplaces - There are a wide array of styles to suit any house in Alloa, and as they provide "instantaneous" heat, they're more efficient (thermally) than wood burner stoves in general. You'll need a Gas Safe certified tradesperson to fit one these fires in your home in Alloa.

Open Fireplaces - This type of fireplace can be used with a range of solid fuels (coal, briquettes, wood), and provides a good focal point for your living area. Today's fireplaces are not the draughty, smoky and inefficient features that they were previously, and an open fire creates a cosy and warm atmosphere for the enjoyment of its occupants.

Multi-Fuel Stoves - As you will no doubt deduce from the name, these sorts of stoves can run on a variety of different fuels, including gas, wood, smokeless coal or oil, and not just that, they can also introduce an attractive focal point for your home in Alloa. Some designs, like the AGA range of multi-fuel stoves, are also suitable for cooking, providing hot water and heating your whole house.

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Wood Burning Stoves - A wide range of styles to match any age of property in Alloa, and, if required, can even be freestanding. An integrated back boiler is an added benefit and could provide steaming hot water for personal use, or to provide heating for the house via radiators.

Electric Fireplaces - Simple installation and a varied choice of designs make electric fireplaces the obvious choice for Alloa houses that don't have a chimney breast. Contemporary electric fires can provide real look flames and and sometimes even the crackling sound of wood to imitate an open fire when inset into a traditional fireplace.

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Fireplace installation services are accessible in Alloa itself, in these postcodes: FK10 1JG, FK10 1HS, FK10 1EF, FK10 1JW, FK10 1QU, FK10 2AQ, FK10 1DG, FK10 1DA, FK10 1TB, FK10 1BZ, and also in neighbouring areas like Tillicoultry, South Alloa, Fallin, Bannockburn, Coalsnaughton, Fishcross, Powmill, Causewayhead, Throsk, Stirling, Dollar, Clackmannan, Cambus, Devonside, Muckhart, Sauchie. Locally based Alloa fireplace installers will most likely have the telephone code Dialling code 01259 and the postcode FK10. Checking this out can ensure that you're accessing a local fireplace specialist. Alloa householders have lots of options when they are searching for fireplace services.

Flue Linings

Allowing your chimney to perform a great deal more effectively, a flue lining is a vital addition to your chimney system. Made out of metal, ceramic material or clay, flue liners are conduits that are installed inside chimneys to carry smoke and fumes to the outside. Some chimneys in older properties in Alloa might not even be fitted with a lining, or if the existing liner is damaged, may need to be re-lined.

The flue of your chimney can easily be damaged and eaten away and damaged by the toxic gases that develop as a fire is burning. Make sure that your fireplace specialist checks the flue for damage and potential problems. If there is damage, those hazardous gases might be able to seep into your home rather than being properly vented outside. There is also the danger of fires in the home since an impaired flue lining can let intense heat penetrate the chimney structure.

Chimney Sweeping Alloa

It's easy to postpone a routine household task like sweeping the chimney, but if you have an open fire or a stove, it is crucial that this is done on a regular basis. To be totally safe, it's advisable to sweep your chimney twice yearly, especially if you are burning wood or coal.

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You could sweep your own chimney, if you possess the appropriate tools, but this is a filthy job and is best left to a professional Alloa chimney sweep if you want it to be done cleanly and correctly. Not only does this mean that you chimney is kept clean, the chimney sweep will also be able to spot any problems with you chimney.

The build-up of soot, ash and wood tar that results from failure to sweep a chimney in Alloa, can easily lead to a chimney fire. An equally dangerous situation that can arise as a result of a poorly maintained chimney is carbon monoxide gas being drawn back into your house.

All of these factors add up to the importance of choosing a qualified Alloa chimney sweep, who's also covered by public liability insurance. To get chimney sweeping prices in Alloa CLICK HERE. You can also obtain chimney sweeps in nearby towns, villages and locations.

Skip Hire Alloa

Skip Hire Alloa

Home restorations, garden makeovers and even small-scale DIY projects are renowned for the volume of waste that is generated and needs to be got rid of. Whether or not a lot of waste is generated by your fireplace installations will depend on the particular circumstances of your project, sometimes there'll be a lot of waste, sometimes not so much. Some tradesmen make allowances for the removal of waste when they prepare their quotes, and if this isn't itemised ask if this is included, if not you will need to make your own arrangements.

Hiring a skip is the simplest way to dispose of this waste. Skips come in many different sizes, so you should be able to get one that's ideal for you. For modest projects there are skip bags and mini-skips, for larger home remodelling and landscaping work there are midi-skips and builders skips, and for commercial use or really massive projects, roll-on roll-off skips are the best solution.

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Fireplace Related Tasks Alloa

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Leaving a Review

For any business in Alloa, reviews and testimonials are their driving force, and the difference between a prospective customer choosing a particular company, or going elsewhere, can be whether or not they have excellent online reviews. If somebody has done a decent job, it is only right that you leave them a positive review, and let others know how they did. Letting other know about your first hand knowledge will be beneficial to any possible employer and also to the company itself. After all, reviews were almost certainly helpful for you yourself when you were initially trying to find someone to install a fireplace. No matter how good a company website may look, without those favourable reviews you might have looked elsewhere.

Leaving a Review

But, when you are on a business's own website, how can you have faith in the so called customer reviews? Were genuine customers responsible for these, or were they "made up" by an employee trying to make them ?

A good way to look for sincere and authentic reviews of any fireplace company or service in Alloa is to check out Google My Business reviews, which are far more likely to be trustworthy. For ascertaining a business's reputation, this is THE review website which is trusted all over the world, and the search engine results of a company website can also be impacted by the reviews given. After Google My Business reviews, the second biggest location for leaving local company reviews is Microsoft's alternative - Bing Places for Business. Your positive review here will build a rundown of the company that successfully worked on your fireplace installation project and help to raise their local profile.

Leaving testimonials on Facebook and Twitter is just as powerful for promoting a company that has performed well. A major part of any small business's marketing and promotional advertising will include the effective use of these social media giants. Your supportive reviews can help reinforce their marketing message.

If you aren't comfortable with computers you can always just send in a hand-drafted letter of thanks to the company involved. These can soon be scanned for use on company websites, and are still handy in an internet crazy world. They can even be put in a frame or gathered together to create a review portfolio to show to prospective clients in one on one meetings. Irrespective of how your review is created, you will feel good that you've done your bit to help out a local small business who proved to be trustworthy.

More Help and Advice

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To see what is occurring in the field of fireplace installation visit the Buildhub Forum, topics comprise chimney design, understanding building regulations, stove vents, pellet boilers and stoves, widening a fireplace and log burning stoves. The dedicated Wikipedia "fireplace" page is the place to head for information on the various types of fireplaces, coal burning fireplaces, the evolution of fireplaces, the health effects of fireplaces, how fireplaces affect the environment and fireplace heating efficiency. To determine the social media reaction to fireplace trends, check this out. If you are eager to read up on ideas for fireplaces click here. Get suggestions for installing a gas fireplace on You Tube here.

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Also find: Powmill fireplace installers, Dollar fireplace installers, Throsk fireplace installers, Causewayhead fireplace installers, Clackmannan fireplace installers, Devonside fireplace installers, Bannockburn fireplace installers, Muckhart fireplace installers, Sauchie fireplace installers, Cambus fireplace installers, Tillicoultry fireplace installers, Fallin fireplace installers, South Alloa fireplace installers, Coalsnaughton fireplace installers, Fishcross fireplace installers and more. The majority of these towns and villages are catered for by companies who fit fireplaces. Possessing the necessary experience and knowledge, these skilled tradespeople can adeptly install fireplaces in your home. The ambiance, warmth and comfort of a fireplace in their living areas are made possible for residents through the support of these dedicated professionals. By clicking here, local householders can get fireplace installation quotations.

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(This fireplaces Alloa page was updated on 22-02-2024)