10. The Flue Has To Be Made Safe
10. The Flue Has To Be Made Safe (Image 10 of 17)
No sooner is the roof fixed than another problem surfaces with the fire in the family’s lounge. George had wanted to replace this old hearth with a top of the range solid fuel fire like the ones Alicia and Anthony remember from their childhoods, but close inspection of the flue have shown that it’s totally corroded and could have been leaking carbon monoxide throughout the house. Before the fire can be replaced, the chimney needs to be made safe and that’s going to eat up another chunk of their budget.
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