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Was really quick in attending to this job and was done ease. Very polite and professional.
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Job booked in quickly and carried out professionally for a fair price. Would recommend.
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Quick, professional and friendly. The team gave me the impression that they are happy to do extra to get the best results. Carl and the team did exactly what they said they would do in the quote in the agreed time.
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From traditional grand hearths to minimal modern units, the right fireplace transforms a room. However, safety is critical when dealing with fire, gas, and electricity. Whether you need a wood-burning stove retrofitted, a gas fire serviced, or a custom stone surround designed, professional installation prevents dangerous carbon monoxide leaks. Rated People connects you with local specialists to design, fit, and repair your fireplace safely. Post your job for free today.
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What can a fireplace design, installation and repair specialist help with?
A fireplace specialist handles everything from architectural hearth design to complex flue lining and structural ventilation. They ensure your chosen heating appliance matches your room’s dimensions and safely complies with UK building regulations:
- Custom design and surrounds: Designing and building bespoke chimney breasts, traditional stone hearths, wooden mantels, or sleek, minimal wall-mounted feature walls.
- Stove and wood burner installation: Flue lining, structural hearth fitting, and retrofitting highly efficient wood-burning stoves into properties with or without existing chimneys.
- Gas and electric fire fitting: Installing convenient, instant-heat gas appliances or hardwiring energy-efficient electric fire cassettes seamlessly into your living space.
- Maintenance and chimney repair: Repairing cracked firebricks, fixing faulty gas valves, replacing broken glass seals, and relining old flues to stop toxic fumes leaking into your home.
How much does fireplace installation cost?
The overall cost varies significantly depending on the fuel source you choose, whether you have an existing chimney, and the complexity of the building work required:
- Materials & appliances: A basic electric model can start around £500, while a high-quality wood burner or modern gas fireplace typically costs £1,000 to £2,000+.
- Labour & installation: Simple installations start at around £750. Medium-complexity jobs average £1,500, while complex structural chimney builds, external twin-wall flue routing, or stone masonry work can cost £3,000+.
- Safety accessories: Budget extra for essential safety accessories. Open fires and wood burners require tongs, shovels, log baskets, and a secure fire guard—especially important for protecting families with young children from hot elements or spitting embers.
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What is the difference between the main types of fireplaces?
Choosing the right fuel source depends on your property’s infrastructure, your budget, and the size of the room you need to heat:
- The open fireplace: The most traditional style, but only cost-effective if your house already has a working chimney. They require regular sweeping and a relined flue to remain safe, but offer unmatched authentic atmosphere.
- Wood-burning stoves: Highly efficient, less messy than open fires, and incredibly popular. They don't require a traditional chimney breast because a specialist can run a twin-wall flue straight up an external wall.
- Gas fireplaces: Today’s modern gas models offer incredible convenience, instant remote-control heat, and high efficiency without sacrificing style. They can be wall-mounted but require strict ventilation checks.
- Electric fireplaces: The ultimate option for easy convenience. They don't require flues or ventilation, can be installed on any wall, and allow you to run the flame effect for ambience without turning on the heat.
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Other fireplace installation FAQ's
What mandatory legal qualifications must my fireplace installer hold?
Your tradesperson's accreditation depends entirely on the type of fuel source being installed. Solid fuel and wood burners must be fitted by a HETAS-registered professional. Gas fireplaces strictly require a Gas Safe-registered engineer by law. Electric models should be installed and signed off by an electrician with NICEIC or NAPIT accreditation.
Do I need planning permission to install a new chimney or flue?
In most cases, planning permission is not required for external flues or chimneys, provided they do not extend more than 1 metre above the highest part of your roofline. However, if you live in a listed building or a designated conservation area, you must check with your local authority before starting any work.
What key questions should I ask a fireplace specialist before hiring?
Always protect your home by asking: Are you fully registered with HETAS, Gas Safe, or the NICEIC? Do the fireplace and parts you supply come with a manufacturer's warranty? Do you carry comprehensive Public Liability Insurance to protect my property against structural or accidental damage during drilling?
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Fantastic work, above and beyond what we asked them to do. Very happy with the finished job, done quickly too. Also great advice on other aspects of the refurb. Would definitely want to use the guys again. Thanks Nicu and Daro.
Hello , my name is Stuart McGinlay , I have 12 years experience as a stonemason. My team and i have an outstanding attention to detail and take pride on carrying out the works correctly and in a neat and respectable fashion, customer's needs and questions are the priority when it comes to any project I take on. We specialise in the following : Lime Mortar Pointing Stone Walling Stone Descaling ( Cleaning ) Stone Buffing ( Takes is back to original ) Stone Cutting / Carving ( Replacements ) Stone Entrances ( Gate Butresses Etc ) Stone Repairs ( lithomix , comes with various colour packs to match colour of building ) Stone Security ( if any Stone is unsafe it can be secured structurally and deemed safe for 70 + years We take pride in the work we do and complete the works to the highest standard. Thank you kindly
We offer high quality building work all jobs ar fully insurance electric and plumbing coming with certificate jobs available for have look to understand how we work we always leave customers happy
Victor and his team did a great job with fitting the electrics in the kitchen and plasterboarding the kitchen. They left the place clean and was reasonable with the price. I will certainly use them again.
I am a time served professional decorator and tiler by trade, over the years I’ve become what you would call a Builder....my self and my team of quality time served tradesman have been completing home improvements together since 2007....My main focus is on quality and customer satisfaction. I have been time Served since 1989 and self employed since 2003. I specialise in all types of home improvements both supply and fitting of kitchens,bathrooms and wet rooms. Full/part garage conversion ...on a smaller scale I also decorate one off rooms bedroom/living room etc. installing underfloor heating under tiles in conservatories, laying solid wood flooring and so on. All work is done to the highest of standards and fully guaranteed. All Electrical / Gas work on any of my jobs is only carried out by qualified tradesmen. References available on request… Please come and vist my Latest jobs and see how they are ran. My reputation is your guarantee....... these pictures really don’t do my work justice , if you can ..please Zoom in to see the Quality finish... thank you ..John
Turned up as planned and on time and communication was great. Really helped us plan and gave us advice on the kob
I’m Rob shelter of shelter-Adams ltd. We specialise in high level Boiler and Central heating installations for Gas, LPG, and Oil fired systems, General gas and oil work, Boiler servicing, Landlord Gas safety certificates and all general plumbing and plumbing maintenance. I’ve been running this business as a fully insured, company for over a decade, Firstly working as a sole trader, and now as a limited company, I’ve been in the industry for 25 years plus. Over the years I've built up a fantastic team with a range of experience, and we also have several apprentices ensuring we bring youth and energy to our company, We have a fantastic reputation for our first class workmanship and attention to detail, and our excellent after sales back up, boasting a fantastic on line reputation. We pride ourself on working closely with our customers and boasting excellent rapport with all. We only use top brand quality products on all jobs with the best manufacturers guarantees on the market, sensible pricing and overall excellent value for money. We have a great loyal customer base that reflects what we stand for.
After receiving a very competitive quote from Rob, an installation date for the new boiler was agreed and his team professionally carried out the install as promised. A very happy customer and would highly recommend to anyone thinking of using their services not to hesitate. As good as it gets.
Established 1981 - Chimneys pointed, rendered and rebuilt. Failing lead-work sorted out. Also internal damp damage repaired.
Bruce visited to look at the job, gave his view on what was required and provided a quote quickly. He arranged scaffolding, re-rendered chimney and added slate top, removed and replaced the render on the gable wall, including filling a hole that was uncovered in the flue and adding bell cast. No fuss, good communication and great work all at a reasonable price.
builder from Ukraine living in UK
He was very good at the job and finished on time etc. The one thing I found slightly annoying was the urgency to finish the job and get the money, ie insisting that he paints the fence even though it was forecast to almost certainly rain that day and receiving multiple calls from his wife etc to our pressure. Overall though I am pleased with the end result and will use him again if given a chance
We can undertake any works related to domestic properties, rear extensions, underpinning, foundations, scaffolding, internal structural alterations, painting, tiling, partitions.
Really good job
Quality,reliable, friendly local General builder. No job too big or small. Happy to travel. Free quotes. Twenty years experience. All types of work undertaken.Bathrooms/showers.Decking. Garage conversions/.extensions. Stud partition work.References.
Mark was great. Hardworking. High quality. Friendly.
I am an experienced builder. i have built my business up through a good reputation. I have 21 years of experience within the building trade with qualifications within all aspects of plastering and rendering. I have a small team of skilled tradesmen, including roofers, carpenters, and plumbers, which enables us to take on a wide variety of jobs and complete them to a high standard.
Well established family run building company based in London,we have built a strong relationships with well known building societies across the London due to our quality and trustworthy service High quality levels of work in major building projects,we specialise in planning and design,project management and general building services
We install all aspects of heating, plumbing and Renewable Energy. Gas and oil boilers. Under floor heating, Heat pumps, Biomass and Solar Thermal ( hot water ). Over 30 years experience in the domestic and commercial sector. HETAS Registered for Log / Multifuel burners. Link up systems a speciality
We offer property care and maintenance to a high standard.Reliable affordable and high quality services. We can offer you full bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation , floor fitting, plasterboard partitions , painting , carpentry works , plumbing works , electric works , etc Web site : gmppropertyservices.co.uk Instagram page : gmp_property_services
We're absolutely thrilled with our toilet renovation by Giannis and his team! Giannis made the process seamless - supplied quality materials and oversaw the work. Along with Bilal, they fixed a recurring leak by installing new pipes and installed new tiles, toilet, and vanity unit. They are professional, trustworthy, and they delivered an outstanding result as promised. Huge thanks to Giannis for giving us a stylish toilet and Bilal for his skilled installation - will definitely hire GMP again!
We offer high quality bathroom and kitchen installation to include supply and fit or fit only We have been doing this since 2000 and pride ourselves in customer satisfaction
Fantastic team competitive quote
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I am a dedicated professional always ready to help clients to achieve their dream home design or simply making a problem go away- time and manner design invocation are my principal moto!
I would highly recommend him. Reliable, punctual, extremely hard working and went over and above. Highly recommend.
We cover all aspects of building works, property maintenance & facilities management to commercial clients and the general public.
I rate him more highly than I rate your evaluation process! This option did not easily open. His work was timely and well executed, and we also had him replace 13 paddock fencing posts. We would certainly use him again
we are Masons with over ten years experience, all four of us are level 3 qualified and take great pride in all of our work carried out and put 100% into everything we do we never leave a job until we are happy the end product and customer satisfaction we undertake everything from plumbing to eletrics new builds to extentions to changing a roof tile. no job to small.
They do exactly what they promise
Welcome to Lockhart Roofing & Brickwork Services. I believe in high quality workmanship, provided at very competitive prices. All quotes are free no-obligation. I am the most highest rated specialist Roofer with Rated People with over 500- 5 star reviews. Myself and Rated people worked very closely together, they recently filmed my expertise in the roofing industry. I personally carry out every job I quote, to sustain the highest quality of workmanship. I am also a specialist approved City and Guilds lead welder. I give a 5 year guarantee on every job after completion. Please click on my Lockhart Roofing and Brickwork Services main website to view my film. Stay safe and best wishes. Joe Lockhart.
Joe of Lockhart Roofing & Brickwork was very reliable, turning up when advised and completing not only the job originally requested but he also completely re-pointed my garden paving slabs at a very fair price. He also identified a bigger problem with my house which could have been very dangerous and is coming back to fix that for me too. I would totally recommend Joe (Lockhart Roofing)
Over 10 years of experience in London. We take on work of any complexity.
Excellent, very prompt, friendly and helpful. Good job, plus some extra work not in quote. Definitely recommend
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