Automated Building Reporting
Fireplaces Defects - Buttons
New Button| Label | Report Text | Sort Order | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimney Breast Removed - Unsupported | The removal of the chimney breast has left unsupported masonry above; structural repairs are needed to provide proper support | 0 | Edit |
| Chimney Breasts Removed (Multiple) - Unsupported | Removal of the chimney breasts has left unsupported masonry above; structural repairs are needed to provide proper support | 1 | Edit |
| Chimney Breast Removed - Not Seen | The chimney breast has been removed, but the adequacy of support to the remaining masonry could not be confirmed. A detailed inspection is recommended | 2 | Edit |
| Chimney Breasts Removed (Multiple) - Not Seen | The chimney breasts have been removed, but the adequacy of support to the remaining masonry could not be confirmed. A detailed inspection is recommended | 3 | Edit |
| Gallows | The chimney breast has been removed, and the remaining masonry is supported on gallows brackets within the roof space. This is considered a poor method of support, and an alternative arrangement that complies with current Building Regulations should be installed | 4 | Edit |
| Damp - Rain in Flue | High damp meter readings were noted to the chimney breasts, which are likely due to rainwater ingress through the flue. Repairs are required to prevent further moisture penetration and deterioration | 5 | Edit |
| Damp - Acidic Deposits | High damp meter readings were noted to the chimney breasts, which are likely due to acidic flue deposits leaching through the masonry. Repairs are required to prevent further moisture penetration and deterioration | 6 | Edit |
| Hearth Missing | The hearth is absent, creating a safety hazard. A compliant hearth should be fitted before the fireplace is used | 7 | Edit |
| Hearth Poor Projection | The hearth projection is inadequate and poses a safety hazard. A compliant hearth should be provided before the fireplace is used | 8 | Edit |
| Hearth Combustible | The existing hearth is combustible and poses a safety hazard. A compliant, non-combustible hearth should be fitted before the fireplace is used | 9 | Edit |
| Stove - Too Large | The stove is oversized for the opening and poses a safety hazard. The installation should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 10 | Edit |
| Stove - Close to Combustible Material | The stove is too close to combustible materials and poses a fire risk. The installation should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 11 | Edit |
| Stove - Door Seals Worn | Worn stove door seals pose a potential safety hazard. The installation should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 12 | Edit |
| Stove - Defective Fireback | The stove fireback is defective and poses a safety hazard. The installation should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 13 | Edit |
| Stove - Poorly Installed Flue | The stove flue installation is defective and poses a safety hazard. It should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 14 | Edit |
| Stove - Old | The stove appears dated and may not comply with modern safety or efficiency standards. Inspection by a HETAS-registered technician is advised | 15 | Edit |
| Stove - Not Cleaned & Serviced | It is unclear when the stove and flue were last serviced. These should be cleaned and serviced annually by a HETAS-registered technician or similar before use | 16 | Edit |
| Stove - Fireback Missing | The stove fireback is missing and poses a safety hazard. The installation should be checked by a HETAS-registered technician | 17 | Edit |
| Inadequate Ventilation - Open Fire | Ventilation to the room containing the open fire appears inadequate and may pose a safety risk. A HETAS-registered technician should assess the ventilation provision | 18 | Edit |
| Inadequate Ventilation - Log Burner | Ventilation to the room containing the log burner appears inadequate and may pose a safety risk. A HETAS-registered technician should assess the ventilation provision | 19 | Edit |
| Inadequate Ventilation - Stove | Ventilation to the room containing the stove appears inadequate and may pose a safety risk. A HETAS-registered technician should assess the ventilation provision | 20 | Edit |
| Damaged Asbestos Flue | The asbestos cement flue is damaged and should be replaced. A qualified specialist must complete a risk assessment before any work is undertaken | 21 | Edit |
| Flue Render | The flue render in the roof space is damaged and needs repair | 22 | Edit |
| Chimney Breast Pointing | Pointing to the chimney breast in the roof space is poor and requires repointing | 23 | Edit |
| Blocked Fireplace - Not Vented | The redundant flue lacks ventilation; improvements are needed to prevent moisture build-up | 24 | Edit |
| Blocked Fireplaces (Multiple) - Not Vented | The redundant flues lack ventilation; improvements are needed to prevent moisture build-up | 25 | Edit |