Log Burner Certificate — HETAS Compliance Surveys Across Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire
Log Burner Certificate is operated by Richie, HETAS registered engineer #10158 and ICS certified chimney sweep #1264, with 42 years in construction and solid fuel heating. All surveys and certifications are carried out by Richie personally — no subcontractors. 85 five-star Google reviews. Call 07791 431797 or book through this website.
HETAS Log Burner Certificates for Existing Installations
A HETAS certificate of compliance proves a log burning stove or wood burner installation meets Building Regulations Part J. Issued after a physical inspection covering the flue liner, hearth dimensions, register plate, appliance, ventilation and CO alarm, it is the document solicitors, mortgage lenders and insurers require when a property changes hands. Homeowners also obtain certificates for insurance or to document an uncertified installation. Many log burners and wood burning stoves fitted during the 2010–2018 installation boom carry no paperwork at all — a compliance survey resolves this. Where the installation meets current standards, the certificate is issued the same day.
Missing Certificate When Selling Your Home
A missing HETAS certificate is one of the most common reasons a property sale stalls. Buyers' solicitors routinely raise a conveyancing requisition when a log burner or wood burning stove appears on the property information form without supporting documentation. An indemnity insurance policy is not a substitute — it covers the legal risk of non-compliance but does not confirm the installation is safe or that it meets Building Regulations. A HETAS compliance survey permanently resolves the issue. Surveys can normally be arranged within a few days, and where the installation is compliant, the certificate is issued on the day of the visit.
The Survey and Certification Process
Book: Call 07791 431797 — Richie will ask a few questions about the appliance and flue before confirming a date. Inspect: A full site assessment covers the flue liner condition and draw, hearth construction and dimensions, register plate, appliance installation, air supply and ventilation — all measured against Part J of the Building Regulations. A written report is produced. Certify: Where the installation is compliant, the HETAS certificate is issued the same day. Where remedial work is needed, Richie explains what is required and can usually complete it in the same visit before certifying.
Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire Coverage
Richie covers all three counties, including the following towns and their surrounding areas:
Surrey
- Guildford
- Woking
- Farnham
- Camberley
- Epsom
- Dorking
- Reigate
- Leatherhead
- Haslemere
- Godalming
Hampshire
- Basingstoke
- Winchester
- Andover
- Farnborough
- Fleet
- Alton
- Petersfield
- Romsey
- Whitchurch
Berkshire
- Reading
- Newbury
- Windsor
- Maidenhead
- Bracknell
- Wokingham
- Thatcham
- Hungerford
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a HETAS certificate for a log burner that was installed without one in Surrey, Hampshire or Berkshire?
Yes. Richie carries out compliance surveys on existing log burners and wood burning stoves across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire. Where the installation meets Building Regulations Part J, a HETAS certificate of compliance is issued the same day. Remedial work can be carried out first if required.
My solicitor has flagged a missing log burner certificate — how quickly can this be resolved?
A compliance survey can usually be arranged within a few days. Where the installation is compliant, the HETAS certificate is issued on the day of the survey. Call 07791 431797 for fast-track appointments — house sale timescales are understood.
Will an indemnity policy satisfy my buyer's solicitor instead of a HETAS certificate?
Not always. Many buyers, mortgage lenders and insurers now specifically require the HETAS certificate rather than an indemnity policy. A compliance survey and certificate resolves the issue permanently rather than covering the legal risk without confirming safety.
What does a log burner compliance survey involve?
The survey checks the flue liner condition and draw, hearth construction and dimensions, register plate, appliance installation, air supply and ventilation — all assessed against Building Regulations Part J. A written report is provided and a certificate issued where the installation is compliant.