I had same dilemma re fireplace in new property, a few people said it adds value to keep original feature (1930s) but I wanted it removing. It obviously depends on the individual fireplace, but mine was damaged/faded and just not compatible with my furniture. Ended up getting it tiled over and new wood fire surround added, removing it completely would have been well expensive.
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9 Aug 2019 11:39
fucking horrible isnt it. in the midst of replacing ours
It’s because that’s what most buyers want (that’s why we stuck the same stuff in and it deffo helped)
It wouldn’t however be what I would choose if I wasn’t in the business of flipping
9 Aug 2019 14:43
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Thanks all for the advice. Here are photos of the chimney breasts in question:
Dining room
that leads up to spare room
Lounge
that leads up to master bedroom
Having been to the property again today we're pretty keen on getting the dining room one of them removed. Arranged for a structural engineer to come over to take a look, especially in regards to how to future proof if we get a loft conversion. Would be keen to utilise as much space as possible in conversion itself as we've seen some properties where the chimney runs up through it and takes up unnecessary space.
Dining room
that leads up to spare room
Lounge
that leads up to master bedroom
Having been to the property again today we're pretty keen on getting the dining room one of them removed. Arranged for a structural engineer to come over to take a look, especially in regards to how to future proof if we get a loft conversion. Would be keen to utilise as much space as possible in conversion itself as we've seen some properties where the chimney runs up through it and takes up unnecessary space.
I've removed at least 7 chimney breasts over the years. If you worried about space in the loft when why not remove the entire chimney and patch up the roof? You'll not need a structural engineer if you do this but i guess it depends if they chimney backs onto a neighbours chimney.
As said, it's a massive dirty mess of a job, hard to think of a messier job tbh. I'd personally only do it if I was doing major renovations.
As said, it's a massive dirty mess of a job, hard to think of a messier job tbh. I'd personally only do it if I was doing major renovations.
My mistake
Main aim is to get a loft conversion to add a third bedroom and ensuite, as we believe that would add more value than having a chimney breast in situ for a potential multi-fuel burner. The net does appear to be closing in on home fuel burners, but I have read in the latest update from May this year that there are only plans to enforce sales of the "cleanest" burners and fuels available. No word of a blanket ban by 2030.
After taking Bill's comment and reading this https://www.allaboutlofts.com/single-post/removal-chimney-breast-loft-conversion we're learning towards having the whole chimney and chimney breasts removed. It should mean less complications for the loft conversion when it comes to steel supports, etc. Fortunately, the chimney isn't shared with the neighbours so one less issue to worry about. However, we still need to draw up a party wall agreement and hope they agree to it, if not it's going to cost a few extra quid to get a surveyor in to sort out
If we leave them and get the loft conversion done, they'd both be redundant. While they'd only take up a little of the room space it would still have the awkwardness there.
We'd also prefer to spend the money and time now to go through the whole mess as we haven't moved in yet. Than regret not doing it further down the line when we have all furniture and walls painted etc.
Still, have the structural engineer over on Monday to get his opinion.
Main aim is to get a loft conversion to add a third bedroom and ensuite, as we believe that would add more value than having a chimney breast in situ for a potential multi-fuel burner. The net does appear to be closing in on home fuel burners, but I have read in the latest update from May this year that there are only plans to enforce sales of the "cleanest" burners and fuels available. No word of a blanket ban by 2030.
After taking Bill's comment and reading this https://www.allaboutlofts.com/single-post/removal-chimney-breast-loft-conversion we're learning towards having the whole chimney and chimney breasts removed. It should mean less complications for the loft conversion when it comes to steel supports, etc. Fortunately, the chimney isn't shared with the neighbours so one less issue to worry about. However, we still need to draw up a party wall agreement and hope they agree to it, if not it's going to cost a few extra quid to get a surveyor in to sort out
If we leave them and get the loft conversion done, they'd both be redundant. While they'd only take up a little of the room space it would still have the awkwardness there.
We'd also prefer to spend the money and time now to go through the whole mess as we haven't moved in yet. Than regret not doing it further down the line when we have all furniture and walls painted etc.
Still, have the structural engineer over on Monday to get his opinion.
Why does every 'NEWLY REFURBISHED' / spiv flipped property seem to have that shiny grey carpet 
fucking horrible isnt it. in the midst of replacing ours
It’s because that’s what most buyers want (that’s why we stuck the same stuff in and it deffo helped)
It wouldn’t however be what I would choose if I wasn’t in the business of flipping
What’s the benefit of using a broker? Never used a broker. Pay less than 1.5% interest and have done most things mortgage related without any hassle
Further to this:
- Should you always pick a broker that is local?
- What are the merits one might judge a broker on? Is it even possible before you start working with them?
- Best to go with someone that doesn't charge an upfront fee?
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