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...
by Alfred Poppins | Oct 24, 2013 | News
The sweeping season is in full swing now but in recent weeks here at Alfred Poppins we have been asked to attend properties where another sweep has been and left most of the soot in the chimney or has failed to remove a birds nest. Any fool can can buy a cheap set...
by Alfred Poppins | Sep 30, 2013 | News
If you have a thatched property are you aware of the requirements regarding your fire? Here at Alfred Poppins we take your safety very seriously so if you’d like to know more then check out the thatch advisory website www.thatchingadvisoryservices.co.uk/ If you...
