Thatched Roof Fire Hazard

Statistically homes with thatched roofs are no more likely to catch fire than those with conventional roofs however if they do the results are often rapid and spectacular.

Thatched roof fire hazard.

Thatch fire prevention is the best course of action. Chimney fires are high risk for properties with a thatched roof but for all wood burning stove users there are common sense preventative actions that can be taken. It seems worse mainly because thatched fires in unprotected properties usually causes severe damage and therefore receives maximum publicity. Insurance premiums on thatched houses are higher than average in part because of the perception that thatched roofs are a fire hazard but also because a thatch fire can cause extensive smoke damage and a thatched roof is more expensive to replace than a standard tiled or slate roof.

Thatched roofs are always at risk from fire. The risk of thatch fires in old and new properties can be greatly reduced by taking sensible precautions and utilising new specialist products as part of a way forward. Chimneys modern multi fuel stoves fitted into old fire places and inglenooks can compromise chimney safety and cause a fire in the thatch. Stray sparks from the chimneys discarded.

Once a fire has taken hold in a thatched roof it will spread rapidly. Thatch fires what most people think with the thought of a thatched property is the fire risk. Some main causes of fire in thatch are. See fire safety products and supplies on our new thatch directory.