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Stove Builder (Hafner)
GewO §94 Z.25
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade (Handwerk)
- Qualification: Master exam (Meisterpruefung)
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Tradition: Austrian tile stove (Kachelofen) building
- Growth: Renewable heating trend boosts demand
What This Trade Covers
- Tile stove (Kachelofen) design and construction
- Open fireplaces and chimney installations
- Tiled wall heaters and stove benches
- Stove repair and restoration
- Heating system integration (stove + central heating)
The Austrian Kachelofen Tradition
The Austrian tile stove is a centuries-old heating tradition that's experiencing a renaissance. Modern Kacheloefen achieve efficiency rates above 90% and can complement heat pump systems. They combine renewable heating with architectural beauty — a unique selling proposition.
Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.