Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I buy shells from you?
Shells are category 4 fireworks and as such are only available to professional operators. The penalty for supplying shells or other Category 4 fireworks to the public is six month in jail or a £5000 fine!!! It has now an offence for members of the public to possess Category 4 items.
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Do you sell Bangers or Mini Rockets?
Devco Fireworks do not sell Bangers or Mini Rockets because it is illegal to sell them. These two types of fireworks were banned due to people were miss using them.
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When can fireworks be bought and when can they be used?
Devco Fireworks is licensed to sell fireworks all year round. Fireworks can be used on any occasion any time of year. It is now an offence to use fireworks after 11:00pm except for November 5th -12:00am, News Year's Eve, Diwali, Chinese Year, New Years Eve 1:00a.m.
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Do I have to notify anyone about my display?
For garden parties it is a courtesy to notify neighbours of your event. For larger displays the police should be notified (they only need to know). For public events the fire brigade and police should be notified.
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I have been offered fireworks from a van salesman or at a car boot sale. Why are they so cheap?
It is illegal to sell fireworks this way. Recent years have seen a huge increase in illegal imports. Importers who distribute this way often have no licensed storage, no insurance and do not batch test their fireworks. These operators are out to make a quick buck. The quality of some of these fireworks is quite awful! Avoid at all costs.
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Do I need some sort of license?
No! All fireworks in our packs can be legally sold to and used by members of the public at any time of year. There are special rules that enable you to store fireworks at home for your display. If you sell fireworks commercially you DO need a license!
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Can I set off any firework in my garden?
If your garden is over 25meters in length, then it is suitable for setting off any consumer firework, (category 2 and category 3).
If your garden is less than 25 meters but greater than 5 meters in length you can set of any category 2 fireworks.
If your garden is less than 5 meter in length there is no outdoor firework suitable for your garden, (except sparklers).
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Are sparklers suitable for children?
Sparklers are not suitable for children under the age of 5 years.
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How long will my display last?
The duration of your Display depends on the Fireworks used.
If you want a quick and impressive show you are better off with fewer and larger pieces of fireworks.
If you wish your display to last longer you are better off to have one large firework for a finale and build up your display with smaller pieces.
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Can I do rockets?
Yes you can do rocket, you have to bury the tube provided up to one third in the ground, angled away from the audience and any overhanging trees. Make sure the rocket stick is loose for the lift off, not stuck in the ground.
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Why is some shop Fireworks labeled as Display Fireworks?
It is a legal requirement of British Standard, that any firework likely to produce sparks falling more than 3 meters away from the firework must be labeled as a “DISPLAY FIREWORK”.
All category 3 fireworks will be labeled as Display Firework. They are perfectly safe for consumer use.
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How safe are your fireworks?
Safety is our number one priority. All Devco Fireworks are fully tested and complies with British Standard, (BS 7114, Part 2, 1988).
ALWAYS FULLY FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE.
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How long will it take it take to receive my delivery?
For all UK mainland orders we aim you to receive your Fireworks within 10 working days.
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Can I book my delivery time?
Yes you can book your delivery, how ever you can not book it for a specific time.
The best we can offer at the moment is either a morning delivery (8.00 till 12.00am) or an afternoon delivery (1.00 to 5.00 pm) Monday to Friday.
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Yes you can book your delivery, how ever you can not book it for a specific time.
What does the delivery cost?
For safety reasons all fireworks have to be Delivered by specialist couriers we therefore offer a one-off flat rate fee of £25 per order no matter how many items you purchase.
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