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Flue cover problem

Effects · 2012-01-05 13:29:21

The cover for the flue to my oil burner is broken off. When it's windy the wind blows up the pipe and stops the boiler working properly. I went to Heat Merchants but they said all they have is a standard cover. It was just a basic guard, no use at all really. Seeing as a plumber suppliers couldn't help I'm seeking any…

05-01-2012 1:29pm

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The cover for the flue to my oil burner is broken off. When it's windy the wind blows up the pipe and stops the boiler working properly. I went to Heat Merchants but they said all they have is a standard cover. It was just a basic guard, no use at all really. Seeing as a plumber suppliers couldn't help I'm seeking any thoughts here. Can I just make up a cover with a few baffles to stop direct wind getting in but leaving enough venting for the exhaust? Would a mushroom cap be all I need?

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#2 05-01-2012 7:42pm

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what boiler manufacturer is it?

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