Stove Install Endangers Couple in Brayton, Company and Director Fined

A stove installation caused big problems. It happened at a home near Selby. The inspector said the stove was dangerous and told the homeowners not to use it.

Lincolnshire Stove Ltd installed the stove. Oliver Brown is the company’s director. He and the company admitted wrongdoing in court. They broke consumer protection rules from 2008.

The council investigated Oliver Brown after a couple complained about his stove install. The couple hired his company for the job.

The homeowners noticed a leak quickly, sensing something felt off with the work. They contacted HETAS for help, an organization that checks heating equipment installers.

The HETAS inspector found flue interference and bad airflow. This risked too much carbon monoxide, which can make people sick. Also, the flue was not tall enough, and the chimney lacked support. The stove was too close to things, and these things raised the fire risk.

The homeowners lacked vital safety items. They did not get a carbon monoxide alarm and lacked a notice plate. Commissioning documents were also missing.

Brown had a chance to fix things. HETAS set a deadline for Brown to repair it. However, he didn’t follow through, and HETAS removed him from their registry. The court issued fines and charges.

The company had to pay a fine, a victim surcharge, and costs. Oliver Brown also paid a fine, a surcharge, and costs.

Council Leader Carl Les commented on the case, saying homeowners trust workers’ skills. Bad work puts their health at risk. He thanked HETAS for taking action.

The convictions show the install’s serious outcome. Installers must follow rules for heating equipment.

The leak helped this couple by alerting them to the problem. Without it, they might have gotten sick. The council suggests getting advice from others before beginning work.