Fireplaces Litherland

Fireplace Fitter Litherland Merseyside (L21): Installing a new fireplace or re-opening an old disused fireplace in your Litherland home is a wonderful way to add charm and a homely feel to any room. If you combine your fireplace with a back boiler, you can not only enjoy the warmth and ambience of an open fire on those cold winter evenings, you will also be provided with lots of boiling hot water.

But before you start smashing down the walls of a boarded over fireplace there are some vital things to consider to achieve an efficient and safe fireplace. Any work that's completed on your flue lining, chimney breast, fireplace and hearth must comply with the Building Regulations, Part J for combustible appliances. If you live in a listed building you will also need to find out if planning permission is necessary from the local council before any work commences.

DIY OR PROFESSIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION?

A basic remodel of an existing fireplace can perhaps be executed by a skilled DIY enthusiast, but if any building work is required there is a possibility of encountering structural issues which will need to be addressed professionally. It may be that so as to get a fire burning once more you'll need nothing more than a quick clean of the hearth and a sweep of the chimney. However, what you will likely discover is a patch of old, crumbling bricks that hides problems such as a blocked chimney or a lintel that requires replacement.

Owing to the serious fire risk and health problems that can be caused by an improperly installed or renovated fireplace, it is advisable to draw on the experience and knowledge of a skilled fireplace installer in Litherland. A major factor of Part J of the Building Regulations for fireplaces is that enough oxygen is available for a fire to burn efficiently and properly. If there's not enough airflow then it's quite possible that a fire will burn inefficiently and cause a build-up of carbon monoxide fumes, which can be deadly.

To get past this problem a fireplace specialist in Litherland will analyse the circumstances and fit vents around the room, or under the floor, to guarantee a satisfactory airflow for the fire to combust efficiently and safely. They might also have to fit vents into unused chimney flues which can trap condensing air and lead to staining and damp spots on your chimney breast.

BEFORE WORK STARTS

Opening up an old fireplace can cause a lot of of soot and dust to enter your room. A thoughtful Litherland fireplace installer will bring coverings for your home furnishings and supply some form of protection, however it is wise where possible to remove rugs, carpets and furniture from the area before any work commences. If you are installing a fireplace as part of a larger home restoration project then it should be one of the initial things to be completed after you've brought the room back to its bare floors and walls. By opening up a fireplace first you'll avoid any soot from the chimney causing staining damage to other parts of your restoration project, such as paint on walls or fresh plaster.

CONSTRUCTION & STRUCTURAL WORK

Once you've opened up your old fireplace you'll have a better understanding of what work needs to be done, and also be able to thoroughly sweep the chimney and clear out any sections of hearth that remains. Contacting a proper chimney sweep to clean your chimney will be one of the very first items on your agenda. They will not only make sure that your chimney and flue are clean, but they can also assess the state of the chimney and flue liner and provide guidance about whether you need to upgrade any part of the chimney and flue.

If it is necessary to strengthen the chimney or install a flue lining all current Building Regulations must be followed. This sort of work must be done by a competent tradesman with experience of the current building regulations and good working practices.

In buildings that are older you might find the revealed fireplace is too big for your needs, in which case a supporting concrete lintel will be required to adapt the opening. When your new lintel is safely in place you can now get on with the updating, installation and renovation of the fireplace hearth. If the existing hearth is set into the floor you will have to raise it above floor level to observe the latest building regs. You can get bespoke options to fit any size and design of fireplace, or you can pick from a range of common size and shape hearths to match your decor.

STYLES OF FIREPLACE

Deciding on your choice of fireplace can be challenging amongst the many styles available from an online store or fireplace showroom. Not all fireplaces will be suitable for your existing flue and chimney and it is wise to accept any advice and guidance from your installation team regarding your particular circumstances.

The age of your home, and the style you're trying to develop for your room, should all help you decide upon the design and type of fireplace that's most suitable. For instance, a cast iron wood burning stove looks amazing set back in an inglenook fireplace, highlighting the charm and character of the stove and reflecting the heat into the room effectively.

A wood burner is also an excellent option if you do not have a chimney breast in your Litherland home. A chimney is not needed in this instance since the flue is fitted to the rear or top of the stove and taken out through an external wall.

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

The charm and look of a log fire cannot be matched, but what options are available if this kind of fireplace is not possible within your Litherland property?

Gas Fireplaces - Providing instant heat and more thermally efficient when compared with open fires, there are a wide range of styles and designs to suit any type of Litherland property. Gas fires must only be maintained and fitted by a certified Gas Safe registered technician, (Gas Safe replaced CORGI registration in 2009).

Multi-Fuel Stoves - As the name implies they can be used with different fuels, such as wood, gas, coal or oil, and become an attractive focal point in any kitchen or lounge in Litherland. Some designs, like the AGA range, are also suitable for generating hot water, cooking and heating your entire house.

Electric Fireplaces - Straightforward installation and a varied choice of styles make electric fireplaces the obvious choice for Litherland houses without a chimney breast. Modern electric fires can provide "real" looking flame effects and even the crackling sound of wood to mimic an open fire when inset into a traditional fireplace.

Wood Burning Stoves - Wood burning stoves have become "the in thing" in many properties in Litherland, and can have classic or modern design to match your decor. An integrated back boiler is an added benefit and can provide hot water for personal use, or for heating in another area via a radiator.

Open Fireplaces - A roaring fire is a focus for any room in your home and it has the capability to burn virtually any solid fuel that is available. A professionally fitted modern open fire is far from the old style smoky fireplace that was perhaps blocked up by past owners, and its glowing elegance is a welcome addition to any house in Litherland.

Fireplace installation is available in Litherland and also in nearby places like: Great Crosby, Netherton, Bootle, Old Roan, Walton, Ford, Blundellsands, New Hall, Brighton le Sands, Croxteth, Norris Green, Crosby, Aintree, Waterloo, Seaforth, Orrell, Gillmoss, and in these postcodes L21 7RJ, L21 7NA, L21 9NE, L21 7PF, L21 7LS, L21 2QG, L21 7LF, L21 7LE, L21 7NJ, L21 2PB. Local Litherland fireplace specialists will most likely have the phone code 0151 and the postcode L21. Simply click on the "quote" form or banner to get specifics of fireplace installation in your area.

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Around Litherland

Households in Snave Close, Violet Road, Heathfield Drive, Lawler Street, Alpha Street, Bridge Road, Ibstock Road, Province Road, Hackett Avenue, Linacre Road, Fernhill Road, Edith Road, Sefton Road, Orrell Hey, Empire Road, Orrell Road, Bryant Road, Heathfield Close, Kilburn Street, Beechwood Road, Ince Avenue, Spence Avenue, Markfield Road, Scarisbrick Avenue, have needed fireplace installation just recently. Fireplace refurbishment was also undertaken in these Litherland area postcodes: L21 7RJ, L21 7NA, L21 9NE, L21 7PF, L21 7LS, L21 2QG, L21 7LF, L21 7LE, L21 7NJ, L21 2PB.

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