Chimney Sweep Approval with HETAS HETAS recognises the important role of chimney sweeps in ensuring the safe and effective use of solid fuel appliances. HETAS is intending to open up an additional pathway for applicants to the HETAS Approved Chimney Sweep scheme. Approved Sweeps For many years HETAS has had an Approved Chimney Sweep scheme Read More…
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The importance of chimney sweeping
The importance of chimney sweeping In recent newsletters we discussed Defra’s Clean Air Strategy and what it means for our industry. This month we look at the importance of chimney sweeping and appliance maintenance in the strategy. The Defra Clean Air Strategy which was launched back in May and runs through until the 14th August. Read More…
Events and Exhibitions
Events and Exhibitions With the heating season still in full swing, we wanted to let you know about the events and exhibitions where you can catch up with the HETAS team over the next few months and throughout 2018. Read more. The HETAS team has a busy couple of months coming up with events and Read More…
When should I get my chimney swept?
When should I get my chimney swept? Once again this year, HETAS was proud to support Chimney Fire Safety week which took place from 4th-10th September. Whilst there was a reduction in nationwide chimney fires, there were still over 5,000 avoidable chimney fires in England and Wales – April 2016 to March 2017. Our team Read More…
HETAS Committee & Standards Work
HETAS Committee & Standards Work In an ever-changing industry of legislation and regulatory requirements, HETAS remains at the forefront of solid fuel appliance and related technology standards development, to effectively promote and ensure continued improvement of the safe and efficient installation of solid fuel appliances, ancillary equipment and their maintenance. Achieving Objectives HETAS achieves these Read More…
AMAC celebrates 13 years of British manufacturing
AMAC celebrates 13 years of British manufacturing AMAC Engineering Limited, a leading supplier of chimney inspection cameras across the UK and Europe, is celebrating its 13th anniversary this month. The firm is renowned for its commitment to British design and manufacture in the face of increasing competition from imported products. The firm works closely with Read More…
New HETAS Service and Maintenance Course for 2017
New HETAS Service and Maintenance Course for 2017 Solid fuel appliances are well known for their high quality, robust construction and durability. However, like any product in continuous use they do require attention by the user and routine servicing by an engineer. HETAS recommends that appliances are serviced at least once a year or according to the Read More…
HETAS Diary Dates 2017 | Events and Exhibitions
HETAS Diary Dates 2017 HETAS has already signed up to exhibit at a number of events throughout 2017 and we really hope to see you all along the way. First up for the HETAS team is Ecobuild in March. Ecobuild is the UK’s largest and number one event for specifiers across the built environment. This Read More…
HETAS Approved Chimney Sweeps Directory
Chimney Sweeps Directory At the end of October HETAS launched its new HETAS Approved Chimney Sweeps Directory and we have sent copies to our approved Sweeps and Retailers as well as Local Authorities, Fire & Rescue Services, Housing Associations and homeowners. Working with our three recognised chimney sweeping associations, The Association of Professional Independent Chimney Read More…
Guild Exhibition
The annual Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps Exhibition takes place at the Swindon Marriott Hotel on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th March 2016. The exhibition will run from 9:30am to 4:30pm on the Friday and 9:00am to 3:00pm on the Saturday. The exhibition is open to everyone, including those within the chimney, heating and fireplace Read More…