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IPSWICH’S TRUSTED SUPPLIER AND INSTALLER OF PREMIUM FIREPLACES
As a family-run business, RFC Services is passionate about specifying the right fireplace for your home, adding value to your living space and enhancing the comfort and efficiency of your property. With over two decades of experience in the trade, it’s no wonder we’re the go-to choice for home fire installations from Bury St Edmunds, to Colchester and beyond.
With great partnerships with leading manufacturers such as Heta, Woodwarm, Pevex, Gazco, Parkray, Ekofires, and ACR, we work with our clients to find the right balance between a fireplace that’s aesthetically pleasing and a practical solution to your heating needs.
We take great pride in completing every project to the best of our abilities too. Just one look at our Which? Trusted Trader Review and you’ll soon understand our passion for beautiful fireplaces.
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TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF OUR BEAUTIFUL FIREPLACES. TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY FIREPLACES IN IPSWICH
From farmhouse rustic to state-of-the-art eco-friendly, at RFC Services we are trusted to provide fireplaces that fit seamlessly into homes and commercial environments from Ipswich to Stowmarket and Woodbridge to Colchester.
Our gallery displays a selection of our fireplace installations, providing homely centrepieces for living areas that are designed to stand the test of time.
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NEWS
Building Regulations and Planning Permission for Fireplaces in the UK
Building Regulations and Planning Permission for Fireplaces in the UKAnyone who has ever tried to update a fireplace or install a stove in a British home quickly discovers that there’s more to it than picking a design you like. There’s a web of rules around flues, chimneys, efficiency and safety, and much of it falls under wider UK fireplace regulations. The aim of this guide is simply to cut through the noise a little, explain what you need to know, and point you in the right direction before any work starts.
Why Regulations ExistFireplaces look uncomplicated from the outside, but behind the scenes, they can create real risks if they aren’t installed properly. The rules, whether you look at wood-burning stove regulations, chimney standards or energy-efficiency requirements, exist for a few straightforward reasons:
Learn More 05 FebBest Firewood for Your Fireplace: A Complete Guide
Best Firewood for Your Fireplace: A Complete GuideNothing beats the warmth and ambiance of a crackling fireplace on a cold evening. But choosing the wrong firewood can leave you with a smoky, inefficient fire that produces little heat and creates safety hazards. The best firewood for fireplaces depends on understanding wood types, moisture content, and proper storage techniques.
This comprehensive firewood guide will help you select the right fuel for your fireplace, ensuring maximum heat output, safety, and enjoyment throughout the heating season.
Learn More 29 JanWhy High-Efficiency Gas Fireplaces Are a Smart Choice for Your Home
Why High-Efficiency Gas Fireplaces Are a Smart Choice for Your Home A Rising Trend in Home HeatingIf you’ve been looking for a new way to heat your home, high-efficiency gas fireplaces are worth considering.
How efficient we are with energy is becoming one of the top priorities around the country, and fireplaces that combine warmth, functionality, and are eco-conscious are now very desirable.
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