Bob65

Jesus, you're a happy bunch aren't you?

I understand what it all means Mac, no need to shout.

Thank you all for your replies and advice, I'm going to have it serviced as I would be rather safe than sorry, fortunately I have smoke and carbon monoxide alarms so I'm covered there. Thanks again.

Hi Laurie, Thanks for your reply. I already have one, but I'd rather not just rely on that, especially if a service is recommended. Cheers.

OK, thank you. I'm using a dodgy old ipad that hates me. Thanks again.

Afternoon all, I am renting a narrowboat as a continuous cruiser. I'm aware that this is a controversial thing to do, however, I would like the benefit of your shared wisdom without any judgement as i have a question with regards to stove maintenance that has me stumped. Essentially, my stove hasn't been serviced since the landlord bought the boat 2.5 years ago, and he is digging his heels in about getting it sorted. As winter approaches, I am concerned about my safety, especially as it has been leaking water when it rains due to a faulty chimney and the seals connecting the pipe to the body of the stove and inside of the roof/chimney collar look old and a bit worn. Over the next week I will be replacing the glass, stove rope and chimney, however, should I be insistent over getting the stove serviced or will I be ok? To clarify, there are no visible holes, cracks or gaps on the body of the stove, though I can't see if this is the case where the pipe connects to the chimney collar. Thanks in advance for any advice. Cheers, Bob.