In Germany, a newly installed wood-burning sauna heater, including the chimney, must be approved by a chimney sweep. This requirement also applies if a stove is structurally modified or refurbished. This is required according to §24 of the Chimney Sweep Trade Act.
The chimney sweep plays a crucial role in ensuring that your sauna heater is installed and operated properly. He checks that the heater and chimney are installed safely and that the exhaust gases can be discharged effectively. These checks are extremely important to minimise the risk of accidents, such as fires, and to ensure that your heater is operating as efficiently and environmentally friendly as possible.
After the stove has been installed, the chimney sweep must carry out a so-called fireplace inspection. During this inspection, the chimney sweep checks the stove and the chimney for safety and efficiency. He checks whether all components are installed correctly and whether the stove and chimney comply with the applicable safety and environmental regulations.
It is therefore important that you inform the chimney sweep in good time before you put the wood-burning sauna stove into operation. Once the stove is installed, you can make an appointment with the chimney sweep. He will check the stove and the chimney and then tell you whether they can be accepted or whether improvements or repairs are still necessary.
It is essential to follow the chimney sweep's instructions and recommendations carefully. These are not only for your own safety and the environment, but are also required by law. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in fines or even the decommissioning of the woodburning sauna heater.