Business Details
44 Years
experience
Expert Chimney Engineering & Compliance Solutions
Established in 1982, we are a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing chimney engineering standards and ensuring public safety. Our expertise spans technical consultancy, compliance assessments, and education for domestic and commercial chimney systems. With four decades of experience, we provide expert resolution for flue malfunctions, smoke nuisance disputes, and regulatory compliance challenges. Our team combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to address issues ranging from defective installations to complex commercial flue systems.We serve homeowners, local authorities, and construction firms, offering services including forensic investigations, design feasibility studies, and CPD-accredited training. Our mission prioritises consumer health, safety, and environmental responsibility through rigorous technical standards and industry leadership.
Services
Chimney inspections
Flue system consultancy
Smoke nuisance resolution
Compliance training
Party wall mediation
Structural defect analysis
Regulatory compliance audits
Technical workshops
Forensic investigations
Installation assessments
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialist experience in chimney engineering and compliance
- Our team provides ISO 9001-certified technical consultancy services
- We deliver expert legal support for smoke nuisance and party wall disputes
- Our nationwide network covers domestic and commercial chimney requirements
- We provide CPD-accredited training aligned with industry regulatory standards
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Chimney inspections
Our comprehensive chimney inspections identify structural defects, compliance issues, and safety risks for domestic and commercial properties. Using advanced diagnostic techniques, we assess masonry chimneys and stainless steel flue systems serving gas, oil, and solid fuel appliances. Clients receive detailed reports with remediation recommendations aligned with building regulations and industry best practices.
Smoke nuisance resolution
We specialise in investigating and resolving domestic and commercial smoke nuisance complaints through technical analysis and dispute mediation. Our evidence-based approach addresses boundary disputes, ventilation issues, and regulatory non-compliance. Services include forensic investigations, air quality monitoring, and expert witness testimony for legal proceedings related to chimney emissions.
Compliance training
Our CPD-accredited training programmes cover chimney safety, regulatory compliance, and technical best practices for professionals and enforcement agencies. Courses include structural defect recognition, party wall legislation, and smoke alarm compliance. Training formats range from distance learning modules to hands-on workshops for chimney technicians and building control officers.
Party wall mediation
We provide expert mediation services for chimney-related party wall disputes between neighbours and property professionals. Our specialists interpret the Party Wall Act 1996, assess structural impacts, and develop compliance strategies. Services include boundary surveys, defect analysis, and negotiation support to prevent legal escalation.
Regulatory compliance audits
Our compliance audits ensure chimney installations meet current building regulations and industry standards. We verify adherence to Approved Documents J, A, and B, and assess smoke and carbon monoxide alarm compliance. Clients receive detailed audit trails and remediation plans for non-compliant installations in residential and commercial properties.
Questions
What chimney services do you offer for homeowners?
We provide chimney inspections, smoke nuisance resolution, compliance certification, and defect analysis for domestic properties across the UK.
Do you provide training for chimney professionals?
Yes, we offer 225 CPD-accredited modules covering flue systems, regulatory compliance, and technical best practices for chimney engineers.
Can you assist with party wall disputes involving chimneys?
Our specialists mediate chimney-related party wall disputes, offering technical assessments and legal compliance guidance under the 1996 Party Wall Act.
What areas do you cover for commercial clients?
We serve businesses nationwide, including historic buildings, multi-occupancy developments, and construction firms requiring chimney compliance assessments.
How do you handle smoke nuisance complaints?
We investigate complaints using forensic analysis, provide mitigation strategies, and offer expert testimony for legal proceedings related to chimney emissions.
Reviews (3)
Andrew Hemsley
Oct 02, 2017
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NACE, The independent voice that supports, freethinking installers, sweeps and agency's, within the chimney industry
Billing Chimneys
Jul 26, 2017
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Having recently become members of NACE we have found this forum to be an excellent method of provoking discussions between ourselves and our employees as to ways of further improving our standards and quality of work. The information provided in the responses from NACE is both informative concise and the broad spectrum of issues being addressed is excellent.
Richard Jephson
Jun 11, 2017
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In my litigation work involving chimneys I have found NACE to be the expert of choice on the subject, their technical experience covers all aspects of chimney problems. A good team to have on your side.
