Are you ready to install your dream wood burning stove? It’s a heating solution that elevates your living space with charm and warmth. Compared to traditional fireplaces, a stove will heat a larger part of your home. Installing it involves several steps and calling professionals that can walk you through the process from start to finish.
The Initial Consultation
We select a HETAS-accredited engineer and offer a free initial site survey. They can consult you on whether your desired space is ideal for installing a wood burner and give you starting advice.
Selecting Your Wood Burner
Different styles and sizes of wood burning stoves suit different homes. Understanding the heating capacity is also a key consideration that experts can help you understand while you look at which burners could work in your space. Here at Humphrey & Crockett, we can help guide you through the selection process by looking at your budget and needs while showing you some of Europe’s leading designs.
After you’ve selected the perfect stove, we will plan how to create proper ventilation and ensure that the installation process is safe from start to finish.
Preparing the Installation Area
Before installing wood burning stoves, protecting the room and furniture is essential. Remove any obstructions and move your furniture, such as cabinets and delicate soft furnishings like rugs, so the area is clear to avoid damage. If you want to protect your floors, consider covering them with a protective layer.
Clear any entry points to the chimney or flue system. The experts will double-check if additional vents need to be considered. Depending on the complexity of the project, installation could take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, so plan your schedule to accommodate the process.
Installing the Chimney or Flue
The chimney or flue system must be appropriate for the wood burning stove installation process. The experts will inspect your chimney to make sure it’s cleaned and lined so that it’s safe and ready to be used with your stove. If your home doesn’t already have a chimney, a flue system will have to be installed, which can add extra time and labour to the process. It will also require some drilling through the ceiling and walls, so it’s best to talk about the implications with your installer.
Positioning and Connecting the Wood Burner
The installer will connect the stove to the chimney or flue and ensure its secure and meets the necessary safety standards. They’ll seal any gaps so there are no smoke leaks and ensure all the gases are released from the top of the chimney.
Safety Checks and Testing
After the stove is connected and fully installed, safety checks will be performed to ensure everything runs as it should. Our installation services also come with a three-year workmanship guarantee as part of our aftercare package.
By understanding the steps involved in installing wood-burning stoves, you will feel prepared for the process, so it runs smoothly. Within no time, you could be enjoying the warmth of your very own wood burner stove!
Get in touch with Humphrey & Crockett today or visit our showroom to explore the full range of wood burning stoves and find out more about how the installation works.
