Safety & Compliance
Everything NZ homeowners need to know about chimney safety, insurance requirements, AS/NZS 2918 compliance, building consents for wood burner installations, and keeping your household protected.
Quick Answer
NZ homeowners must comply with AS/NZS 2918, maintain annual chimney sweeps, and ensure wood burner installations have proper building consent and code compliance certificates to keep insurance valid.
Key Takeaways
- AS/NZS 2918 is the mandatory standard for all domestic solid fuel appliance installations in NZ
- Insurance claims can be declined if your chimney hasn't been swept annually or the installation lacks a CCC
- Building consent is required for all new wood burner installations in NZ
- Only authorised installers should fit wood burners to ensure compliance
- Keep all compliance paperwork — your CCC, sweep certificates, and installer records
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a building consent for a wood burner in NZ?
Yes. All new wood burner installations require a building consent from your local council, and the work must be signed off with a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC).
Will my insurance cover a chimney fire?
Most NZ insurers require proof of annual chimney sweeping and a compliant installation. Without these, your claim may be declined.
What is AS/NZS 2918?
AS/NZS 2918 is the joint Australian/New Zealand standard that governs the installation of domestic solid fuel burning appliances, including wood burners and open fires.
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