How to find chimney cowl fitters near you
Are you looking for local chimney cowl fitters? Search the Checkatrade directory and find reputable tradespeople near you.
We only approve the best chimney cowl fitters. All of our members are thoroughly checked to make sure they reach our high quality standards.
Use the following two methods to find local Checkatrade-approved chimney cowl fitters:
- Enter your postcode into the search box. Our easy to use search tool provides you with the details of all approved chimney fitters in your area
- Add your contact details and a brief description of your job to our request a quote form. There’s no need to search when you use this method, our local members will contact you directly
Tips for finding the best chimney cowl fitter in your local area
A chimney cowl installation can prevent cold draughts and smoke from entering your home. This piece of metal ventilation needs to be professionally installed above the chimney pot.
Follow our expert tips to find the best chimney cowl fitters near you:
Find recommended roofers
Chimney cowl installation is a quick job that can be performed by most roofers.
Do you know anyone with a log burner or open fire? If so, find out if they have a chimney cowl and ask for their installer’s details.
Log burner installers and chimney sweeps may also know of reputable cowl fitters in your local area.
Search our directory to check out any recommendations you receive on Checkatrade.
Shop around
Research multiple chimney cowl fitters before hiring a tradesperson. Request several quotes and avoid services offering suspiciously low fees.
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Read online reviews
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Search online directories
Online directories make finding local tradespeople a quick and easy process.
We thoroughly check the quality of all tradespeople before they are approved. All Checkatrade members work to the highest standards.
Use our simple search tool to instantly find reputable chimney cowl fitters near you. It really is as easy as entering your postcode into the box below!
Answering your chimney cowl fitter questions
Who will fit a chimney cowl?
Roofers or qualified chimney sweeps can install chimney cowls. Installation is quick and easy for an experienced professional.
It takes approximately an hour to securely fit a chimney cowl in place. This isn’t an expensive job and we recommend hiring an expert to do the work.
Attempting to fit a chimney cowl yourself can be dangerous. You will need to have safe access to your roof and know how to securely install the cowl in place.
Stay safe and hire an experienced chimney cowl fitter.
Do you need scaffolding to fit a chimney cowl?
A chimney cowl fitter will need safe access to your roof. Your installer may choose to use a roof ladder or scaffolding to get to the top of your property.
Scaffolding is often only needed for taller properties. The location of the chimney can also determine whether a ladder or scaffolding needs to be used.
The use of scaffolding can increase the price of professional chimney cowl installation.
How do you secure a chimney cowl?
Securing a chimney cowl into place is fairly straightforward. However, installation methods vary slightly depending on the type of cowl you have.
Some chimney cowls can simply be slid into the top of the chimney flue. Other designs are attached with hooks or adhesives.
You should always read the manufacturer’s instructions before attempting a DIY chimney cowl installation.
How much does it cost to install a chimney cowl?
Several factors can impact the cost of professional chimney cowl installation:
- Chimney size – Large chimneys need large-sized cowls. Bigger chimney caps and cowls are more expensive than smaller alternatives
- Cowl type – There are various chimney cowls available with varying prices. Bird guard, pot hanging, and multi-purpose chimney cowls have different installation costs
- Ease of access – More labour and time will be needed to access a difficult-to-reach chimney. Extra work comes with an extra cost
- Scaffolding – The use of scaffolding will bump up your installation fee. Avoid unexpected costs by checking if scaffolding is needed before making a booking
An anti-downdraught chimney cowl with no scaffolding needed has an average cost of £80. You can expect to pay a further £120 for a professional installation.
The supply and installation of a chimney cowl can cost as little as £150. Spinner chimney cowls requiring scaffolding for installation have a higher fee of approximately £500.
Hire a local reputable chimney cowl fitter
Start browsing chimney cowl fitters near you today. Enter your postcode into the search box and discover Checkatrade-approved installers in your local area.