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A bird guard can help prevent birds entering the chimney, while other cowls have different purposes.<\/p><p>Tell me whether your chimney is in use, the appliance connected to it and what you want to achieve. Suitability and safe access need to be assessed before fitting is agreed.<\/p><h2>Send the details<\/h2><ul><li>Your postcode and the appliance or fireplace type.<\/li><li>A photo of the chimney pot taken safely from ground level.<\/li><li>Details of any existing guard or cowl.<\/li><li>Any concerns about birds, rain or chimney performance.<\/li><\/ul><p>If you suspect an existing nest, mention it first. Fitting a guard and dealing with an existing obstruction are different tasks and need separate assessment.<\/p><\/div><aside class=\"cf-aside\"><h3>Need a bird guard?<\/h3><p>Send a photograph and a few details to start the conversation.<\/p><a class=\"cf-btn\" href=\"mailto:info@clear-fire.co.uk?subject=Clear%20Fire%20%E2%80%94%20Bird%20guard%20or%20cowl%20enquiry&amp;body=Name%3A%0APostcode%3A%0APhone%3A%0AService%20needed%3A%20Bird%20guard%20or%20cowl%0AChimney%2Fstove%20details%3A%0A%0APlease%20attach%20any%20useful%20photos%20before%20sending.\">Bird guard enquiry <span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#x2197;<\/span><\/a><\/aside><\/section><section class=\"cf-muted\"><div class=\"cf-wrap\"><h2>Common questions<\/h2><details><summary>Will any bird guard fit my chimney?<\/summary><p>No. The chimney, terminal and connected appliance influence which fitting is suitable.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can you quote without visiting?<\/summary><p>A photo helps with an initial discussion. The fitting and access requirements need to be assessed before the final work and price are agreed.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can a cowl solve a chimney problem?<\/summary><p>Describe the problem before choosing a product. The cause needs assessment so a suitable next step can be discussed.<\/p><\/details><\/div><\/section><section class=\"cf-band\"><div><span class=\"cf-kicker\">LET\u2019S TALK ABOUT YOUR HOME<\/span><h2>A clear next step for your chimney.<\/h2><p>Tell Stuart your postcode and what you need help with.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"cf-btn cf-light\" href=\"https:\/\/clear-fire.co.uk\/?page_id=3943\">Make an enquiry <span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#x2197;<\/span><\/a><\/section><\/main><footer class=\"cf-footer\"><div class=\"cf-brand\">Clear Fire<small>GREAT GLEN \u00b7 LEICESTERSHIRE<\/small><\/div><p><a href=\"tel:+447749793975\">07749 793975<\/a><br><a href=\"mailto:info@clear-fire.co.uk\">info@clear-fire.co.uk<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/clear-fire.co.uk\/?page_id=3943\">Enquiries<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ClearFireChimney\/\">Clear Fire on Facebook<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/clearfire_chimney\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clear Fire on Instagram<\/a><\/p><\/footer><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Clear FireCHIMNEY &amp; STOVE SERVICES Home Services Stove InstallationsChimney SweepingCCTV InspectionsBird Guards &amp; Cowls GalleryAboutContact07749 793975 BIRD GUARDS &amp; COWLS Protection at the top of your chimney. 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