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Richmond upon Thames Fireplace Installation & Repair

Fireplace Fitter Richmond upon Thames Greater London (KT2): Re-opening a disused fireplace to put in a wood burner, a gas fire or an open fire is an excellent way to add a homely feel and some charm to any Richmond upon Thames home. If you opt to combine a new fireplace with a back boiler, not only can you enjoy the ambience and warmth of an open fire or stove during the chilly winter evenings, you will also be provided with a plentiful supply of hot water.

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There are some important considerations you must think of before you begin any work, if you are to create an attractive, safe and efficient fireplace in your property. Any combustible appliance installed within the home must comply with Part J of the UK's buildings regs, and this applies to hearths, flue linings, chimney breasts and fireplaces. Planning permission may also have to be sought before work begins if your home is listed or in a conservation area.

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PROFESSIONAL OR DIY FIREPLACE INSTALLATION?

You may be able to do some of the work in renovating an existing fireplace if you have the skills needed, however structural and safety issues are often discovered which need to be resolved by a professional. You may be lucky when exposing your old fireplace and find that you need little more than a decent chimney sweep and a quick clean up of the hearth in order to get a fire roaring once more. Much more likely you'll discover old brickwork that requires structural modifications and a stopped up flue.

If a fireplace is installed in your property in Richmond upon Thames and it isn't correctly put in, there's not just a severe fire risk, but also of respiratory health issues. So, using a specialist fireplace installer is highly recommended in most cases. A major factor of Part J of the Building Regulations for fireplaces is that enough oxygen is available for the fire to burn properly and efficiently. If there is not enough airflow then it's quite possible that a fire will burn inefficiently and cause carbon monoxide fumes to build up, which can be deadly.

To overcome this concern a professional fireplace installation team will consider the circumstances and fit vents in the room, or underneath the floors, to guarantee a satisfactory amount of air flow for the fire to combust safely and efficiently. They might have to fit air vents into unused chimney flues which can sometimes trap condensing air and lead to damp spots and staining to your chimney breast.

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BEFORE WORK STARTS

It's astonishing just how much soot and dust can build up inside an old chimney and fireplace and you'll not know exactly what's there until you uncover it. A thoughtful Richmond upon Thames fireplace fitter will bring dust sheets to cover up your home furnishings and supply some form of protection, but it's sensible where possible to remove carpets and furniture from the area before any work starts in earnest. If you are installing a fireplace as part of a larger renovation then it ought to be one of the first things to be done after you've taken the room back to its bare walls and floors. This avoids any discolouration damage to any restored work you've already completed.

STRUCTURAL AND CONSTRUCTION WORK

Now you can see the fireplace opening it is time to sweep and clean the chimney and hearth and work out what is fit for restoring. Contacting a proper chimney sweep to clean your chimney will be one of the first items on your checklist. They'll not only make certain your chimney and flue are completely clean, but they can additionally determine the condition of the flue liner and existing chimney and provide advice if you need to replace any area of the chimney structure and flue.

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It could be vital to fit a new flue lining to conform to the UK Building Regulations, and work might also be needed to beef up the existing chimney and chimney breast. These are jobs that need to be done by a competent craftsman with a good understanding of the pertinent regulations and quality construction skills.

If you need to change the size of opening of your exposed fireplace to something smaller and more suitable for your design, a concrete supporting lintel must be put in. When your new concrete lintel is in place and secure you can now proceed with the renovation, updating and installation of the fireplace hearth. In the past the hearth would be sunken into a hole in the floor, however the current building regs require it to be raised above floor level. If your fireplace is not a standard size you may have to choose a tailor-made hearth, however there are a wide range of ready to fit hearths in concrete, slate or marble.

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STYLES OF FIREPLACE

If you check out a fireplace showroom you'll find that you are spoilt for choice with the range of different options available to you. Not all fireplaces will be appropriate for your existing chimney and flue therefore it is wise to accept any help and advice from your installation team with regards to your particular situation.

Whether you opt for a wood burner, a multi-fuel stove or an open fireplace will hinge on the all round look that you are trying to establish, your existing decor and maybe, the age of your property. For example, an inglenook fireplace can be an ideal backdrop to a classic cast iron wood burning stove, highlighting its character and reflecting heat back into the room.

A wood burner is also an effective option if you haven't got a chimney breast in your Richmond upon Thames home. Provided that you've got an outside wall through which a stainless steel flue from the stove can be routed, you do not need a chimney structure to be able to enjoy a real fire.

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

A flickering fire on a dark evening creates an ambience and charm that can't be beaten, however what are the other available options to install in your brand new fireplace in Richmond upon Thames?

Open Fireplaces - A crackling fire is a focus for any room and it has the capacity to burn virtually any solid fuel that you can purchase. In the past an open fire may have been associated with being inefficient, smoky and draughty, but a well fitted modern fireplace is a delight to the eye whilst lounging in the warmth it provides.

Multi-Fuel Stoves - Multi-fuel stoves provide you with options to use gas, wood, oil and coal to deliver a versatile heater for any property in Richmond upon Thames. The AGA range for example is renowned as being able to provide heating for an entire home, a constant supply of hot water and a hob and oven all in one useful appliance.

Gas Fireplaces - There are a range of different designs to suit all property types and their efficiency to warm a room is better than open fireplaces. Have to be professionally maintained and installed by Gas Safe certified (previously CORGI registered) tradesperson.

Electric Fireplaces - Straightforward installation and a wide choice of styles make electric fires the obvious choice for Richmond upon Thames houses that don't have a chimney. They can be inset into conventional fireplaces, and with "real feel" electric fires it can often be difficult to distinguish one from the real thing.

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Wood Burning Stoves - Even the smallest room in Richmond upon Thames can benefit from the installation of a wood burner, which are available in a variety of styles, and can even be installed as a free standing feature. A version with an integrated back boiler can provide additional heating capabilities by transferring the piping hot water to a radiator in a cold spot of your property.

Fireplace installations are available in Richmond upon Thames and also nearby in: Mortlake, St Margarets, Ham, Shepherds Bush, Grove Park, Brentford, Gunnersbury, Hampton Hill, East Sheen, North Sheen, Kingston-upon-Thames, Hounslow, and in these postcodes TW10 5AS, TW10 5LT, TW10 5AP, TW10 5HQ, TW10 6BW, TW1 4QL, TW10 6BB, TW10 6DJ, TW10 5LF, TW1 2TW. Locally based Richmond upon Thames fireplace specialists will likely have the postcode KT2 and the telephone code 020. Click on the "quote" form or banner to get info on fireplace installation in your location.

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Also find: Gunnersbury fireplace installers, St Margarets fireplace installers, Hampton Hill fireplace installers, Shepherds Bush fireplace installers, North Sheen fireplace installers, East Sheen fireplace installers, Kingston-upon-Thames fireplace installers, Mortlake fireplace installers, Ham fireplace installers, Grove Park fireplace installers and more. There are companies who install fireplaces in almost all of these towns and villages. These skilled tradesmen's know-how and experience make them well-suited for the correct installation of fireplaces in your property. The atmosphere, comfort and warmth that a fireplace brings to their homes can be enjoyed by residents with the assistance of these dedicated specialists. To get estimates for fireplaces, local homeowners can click here. Commence your fireplace installation today, without delay!

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