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Chimney cowl came off.

Well it just disappeared actually :(. I'm assuming it blew off and is languishing in a nearby field.
It is an old stone property with a solid fuel stove and a lined chimney.
The cowl was fitted a few years back after a problem with nesting birds. Actually I can't remember if there was a cowl of any description there beforehand.
I've not had a quote yet but I've seen prices between £80 - £100 for supply and fitting (please don't suggest I go up on the roof myself :eek:)
The draught at the mo seems fine so the main issues would be protection against weather and birds :huh:
I will be putting the house on the market within the next 6 months.
1) Would you go to the expense of replacing it?
2) Is is worthwhile trying a buildings insurance claim?
Cheers

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  • muckybutt
    muckybutt Posts: 3,761 Forumite
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    pineapple wrote: »
    Well it just disappeared actually :(. I'm assuming it blew off and is languishing in a nearby field.
    It is an old stone property with a solid fuel stove and a lined chimney.
    The cowl was fitted a few years back after a problem with nesting birds. Actually I can't remember if there was a cowl of any description there beforehand.
    I've not had a quote yet but I've seen prices between £80 - £100 for supply and fitting (please don't suggest I go up on the roof myself :eek:)
    The draught at the mo seems fine so the main issues would be protection against weather and birds :huh:
    I will be putting the house on the market within the next 6 months.
    1) Would you go to the expense of replacing it?
    2) Is is worthwhile trying a buildings insurance claim?
    Cheers

    Yes get it replaced, lined chimneys should have a cowl on them to stop birds and to stop water ingress down the liner. Find your local chimney sweep and get them to do it for you.

    I wouldn't bother going the insurance route for the sake of a £100 quid or so.
    You may click thanks if you found my advice useful
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