The first cold waves are there, with them come the cravings for exacerbation, but do you know the rules of prudence in this sector?
With today’s energy costs, many of you are re-lighting the fireplace rather than the boiler. Wood remains the cheapest fuel.
Among the obligations incumbent on you, the sweeping of your fireplace, insert or wood stove must be carried out twice a year, preferably before the first heating, and during the winter season. This allows you to evacuate any combustion residues that could overheat and cause a fire to start.
Equipping your home with a smoke detector is also a must. If your home has multiple floors, it is recommended that you install one per floor.
In the event of a breach and a claim, your insurer may not cover your damage. You would also be liable to a € 450 fine.
To improve your safety you can also equip yourself with a fire extinguisher, but on this point there is no obligation.
On Saturday at noon a couple from Pugny (Deux-Sèvres) ran out of the house, the roof was completely on fire. They had, however, carried out the sweeping with a professional. The intervening firefighters explained that the fire broke out in the duct.
In the autumn, the number of requests for this type of injury increases. Yes, five in forty-eight hours for the Deux-Sèvres firefighters. Last fall, about sixty fires of chimneys intervened.
