Getting Started
Lighting Your Wood Burner: The Top-Down Method & Your Controls
A step-by-step guide to the cleanest way to light your stove, and what each air control actually does.
Read the full guide →Our Story
Built on Heritage,
Driven by Craft
Bourne Fireplaces is a family-run business with deep roots in the building trade. We don’t just install stoves — we engineer warmth, safety, and lasting comfort through technical mastery and generational knowledge. We’re proud to support and work alongside local companies across South Lincolnshire.
40+
Years in the Trade
20
Mile Service Radius
100%
HETAS Certified
“We do the job properly, first time. No shortcuts, no subcontractors — just HETAS-certified work you can trust.”— Bourne Fireplaces
What We Do
Expert Services, Honest Craftsmanship
From structural building work to annual maintenance, every job is completed to HETAS standards with decades of experience.
Stove Installation
Full HETAS-certified installation of wood burners, multi-fuel stoves, and gas fires. From chimney breast modification to commissioning and self-certification.
Book a survey →Chimney Sweeping
Professional HETAS-registered chimney sweeping and servicing. Digital certificates and annual maintenance reminders included.
Book a sweep →Structural & Building Work
Chimney breast alterations, flue lining, twin-wall systems, bespoke hearths, media walls, and plastering. Expertise fit-only companies cannot offer.
Discuss your project →HETAS Compliance
Self-certification under Building Regulations. Compliance certificates, CO alarms, and Data Plates — avoiding costly local authority inspections.
Learn more →Fuels & Supplies
Kiln-dried logs, smokeless coal, Ready to Burn certified fuels, trade-grade flue components, fire bricks, and rope seals.
Browse products →Surveys & Advice
Free consultations and on-site surveys. We assess your property, calculate heat output, and recommend the right stove for your home.
Request a survey →Drone Chimney & Roof Surveys
Aerial inspections of chimney stacks, pots, cowls, and roof conditions without scaffolding. High-resolution imagery and detailed reports to identify issues before they become costly repairs.
Book a drone survey →Our Collection
Curated Stoves from Trusted Makers
A select range from brands we trust. Every unit meets Ecodesign 2022 standards and is backed by our full installation service.
Where We Work
Serving South Lincolnshire & Beyond
We cover a 20-mile radius from Bourne, serving the historic market towns, villages, and rural estates of Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Bourne
Home Base
Our home town on the Kesteven Uplands. Limestone cottages, period properties, and new builds.
Stamford
~11 miles
Georgian limestone facades and England’s first conservation area. Listed building specialists.
Spalding
~12 miles
Historic fenland market town. Heating solutions for riverside and flat-terrain properties.
Market Deeping
~7 miles
Prehistoric roots and heritage river crossings. Village stove specialists for period homes.
Grantham
~18 miles
Industrial heritage and Newton’s birthplace. Engineering excellence in stove installations.
Sleaford
~18 miles
Historic market town with traditional townhouses needing sensitive installations.
Oakham
~18 miles
Rural Rutland near Rutland Water. Countryside retreats and barn conversions.
Crowland
~11 miles
Medieval Abbey and historic properties. Sensitive restorations with structural expertise.
Safety & Standards
HETAS Certified.
Building Reg Compliant.
As a HETAS-registered installer, we self-certify our work — saving you delays and costs of local authority inspections.
Certificates of Compliance
Every installation receives a full HETAS certificate — essential for home insurance and property sales.
CO Alarm & Data Plate
Carbon monoxide alarms and Notice Data Plates fitted as standard on every job.
Structural Expertise
Chimney lining, twin-wall systems, and chimney breast modifications for decades of safe use.
Your Safety, Certified
Both our installation and chimney sweep services are HETAS registered, giving you complete peace of mind.
Coming Soon
Your Digital Homeowner Vault
A secure portal to access HETAS certificates, view service history, reorder compatible fuels, and receive seasonal maintenance reminders.
Welcome Back
HETAS Certificate
Arada Farringdon Eco — Installed 15 Oct 2025
Valid & Compliant
Next Sweep Due
Annual sweep recommended before October 2026
Reminder Set
Warranty Status
Arada 5-Year Warranty — Active until October 2030
Active
Quick Reorder
Kiln-dried oak logs, firebricks, and rope seals
Ready to Order
How It Works
From First Call to First Fire
A straightforward process backed by decades of experience.
1
Free Consultation
We discuss your requirements, property type, and budget to give initial guidance.
2
Site Survey
We visit your home to assess the chimney, measure rooms, and recommend the right stove.
3
Installation
Structural work, flue lining, stove fitting, CO alarm, and Data Plate — all to HETAS standards.
4
Certification & Aftercare
HETAS certificate issued, warranty registered, and Customer Portal account set up.
Knowledge & Advice
Guides from the Workshop
Expert insights on stove care, fuel choice, regulations, and the craft behind every installation.
Fuel Guide
The Science of Wood Seasoning: Why ‘Ready to Burn’ Matters
Understanding moisture content, combustion efficiency, and why kiln-dried logs protect your stove and chimney.
Read the full guide →
Buying Guide
Choosing the Right Stove for Your Home
Size, output, fuel type, and what to consider before buying.
Read more →
Regulations
Navigating Building Regulations for Wood Burners
What homeowners need to know about HETAS certification and compliance.
Read more →
Technical
The Physics of Draw: How Chimney Lining Improves Efficiency
Why a properly lined chimney transforms performance and reduces fuel consumption.
Read more →
Maintenance
Annual Stove Servicing: What We Check and Why
Our HETAS sweep and service process — from fire rope seals to baffle plates.
Read more →What Our Customers Say
Trusted Across Lincolnshire
★★★★★
“First-class from start to finish. The chimney breast work was incredible and the stove looks beautiful. Would not hesitate to recommend.”
★★★★★
“Tricky installation in our period cottage — old flue, low ceilings. They handled every challenge with real expertise and left spotless.”
★★★★★
“Reliable, professional, knowledgeable. HETAS certificate sorted same day and they advised on the best fuel options. Top service.”
Community
Supporting Local Trade
We work alongside other local businesses across South Lincolnshire — strengthening the community and ensuring the highest quality for your home.
Local Stone Masons
Bespoke hearths from Lincolnshire limestone
Regional Wood Suppliers
Ready to Burn certified kiln-dried logs
Interior Designers
Collaborative installations for your aesthetic
Builders & Plasterers
Complex structural and finishing work
Get in Touch
Let’s Talk About Your Project
Free initial consultations for all local enquiries.
Telephone
Location
Bourne, Lincolnshire