Faster setup
Faster setup than scaffolding, setup and ready in less than 20 minutes
Protect your chimney from rain, drafts, downdrafts, and nesting birds. Our team of cherry picker operators safely complete capping, repointing, and cowl installation - faster and cheaper than scaffolding.
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Neglecting chimney maintenance leads to:
Rainwater leaks and internal damp
Mortar decay and falling masonry
Carbon monoxide risk from poor flue ventilation
Downdrafts, smoke blowback, and poor fireplace draw
Bird infestations and blocked flues
Capping and cowls prevent entry. Repointing restores structural integrity.
Service Type | Inclusions | Service Price | Cherry Picker Hire Cost |
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Chimney Capping | Metal or clay cap fitting to seal unused pots | From £75 + vat | From £395+ vat |
Chimney Cowl Fitting | Bird-proof cowls, anti-downdraft, spinning or static types installed | From £75 + Vat | From £395+ vat |
Repointing | Mortar removal and replacement with cement-based mix | From £195 + Vat | From £395+ vat |
Full Service Package | Cap and cowl fitting + repointing + stack inspection | From £295 | From £395+ vat |
Prices vary by chimney height, access difficulty, and chimney condition.
Using a cherry picker provides:
Faster setup than scaffolding, setup and ready in less than 20 minutes
Cheaper job costs - save 20 - 40% on access costs
Less disruption to your garden, driveway, or roof tiles
Full compliance with working at height regulations
Chimney cowls are installed to:
Prevent birds and squirrels from nesting
Stop downdrafts and poor airflow
Improve fire draw and combustion efficiency
Comply with building regulations for gas and solid fuel appliances
Block wind-driven rain
We install rotating cowls, bird guards, anti-downdraft models, and gas-specific cowls based on your chimney type.
Chimney caps are used to:
Completely seal off unused flues to stop water, pests, and draughts
Prevent birds, squirrels, and insects from entering the chimney pot
Block rainwater that causes internal damp and flue corrosion
Reduce debris buildup and improve roof cleanliness
Avoid downdraft and heat loss from unused stacks
We supply and fit terracotta, buff, or metal chimney caps in sizes and colours to suit your property, all with rust-proof fixings and breathable designs.
We offer chimney maintence from cherry pickers for residential properties, schools, industrial and commercial clients throughout the local area.
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A cap seals off an unused flue. A cowl regulates airflow in an active flue and protects it.
Yes. We fit approved gas terminal cowls compliant with Part J regs.
Yes - if we’re fitting a cowl only. For repointing, we recommend waiting 24 - 48 hours.
Rarely. Most cowl and cap installations are Permitted Development unless in conservation areas.
We’ll inspect it first. If repointing won’t fix it, we’ll quote for stack restoration.