by Alfred Poppins | Jan 7, 2014 | News
Dominic Ridgers aged 10. He died from carbon monoxide poisoning The moment Stacey Rodgers stepped into her ten-year-old son Dominic’s bedroom one cold morning, she knew immediately that something was terribly wrong. ‘Dominic was usually up before...
by Alfred Poppins | Dec 24, 2013 | News
As a chimney sweep and stove installer I come across some incredible sights on my rounds. It really does pay to make sure you use a professional when maintaining and installing a solid fuel appliance in your house. Below are some of the Cowboy mistakes we have found...
by Alfred Poppins | Dec 23, 2013 | News
Wood-burning stoves are the latest must have home feature, with high demand meaning some even having a three-month waiting list. But can splashing out £1,500 on a woodburner really save you money on energy bills? Or are you just treating yourself to a fashion...
by Alfred Poppins | Dec 23, 2013 | News
Knowing why it is important to clean the chimney is the right way to prevent such accident and chimney fires. The main reason why there is a chimney fire is because of the build-up of the creosote in the inner walls of the chimneys. When the smoke rises to the...
by Alfred Poppins | Nov 14, 2013 | News
Unregistered installer of wood burners is prosecuted Posted on 07 November 2013 by Dorset County Council A man who falsely claimed to be registered to install and work on wood burning stoves has been prosecuted by Dorset council. On 4 November 2013 at Weymouth...
by Alfred Poppins | Nov 14, 2013 | News
The government is set to review the use of carbon monoxide alarms in rented properties as it looks at making it mandatory for landlords to have them installed. The move is part of a wider review into the safety of individuals living in rented accommodation and has...
