One of the most frequent questions I am asked by my customers when I am inspecting and sweeping is how often should it be done.
I have listed below the sweeping frequency for the various types of fuel used as recommend by the Department of the Environment.
Wood burning fires - Four times a year
Solid fuel fires - Once a year if using smokeless fuel
Solid fuel fires - Twice a year if using coal
Oil fires - Once a year
Gas fires - Once a year if designed for sweeping
http://www.environ.ie/en/LocalGovernment/FireSafety/Preventation/LivingRoom/
Regards
Karl
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