Thatched Property Policy Warranties

The following will apply to all policies covering thatched properties:

It is your duty to ensure that:

• All chimneys to solid-fuel stove, boilers and open fires are kept in a good state of repair and that they are professionally cleaned at least once a year before winter. All chimneys to solid fuel stoves or burners must be professionally lined.

• Spark arrestors are fitted to chimneys that are less than lm clear of the roof unless otherwise agreed by underwriters.

• All old thatch and thatching is burnt at a distance of more than 100 metres from the premises.

• No naked flames or tools producing naked flames be present in the attic or loft space at any time.

• The electrical wiring of the home is inspected every 10 years by qualified electrical engineers, and that any defects found are remedied. Their certificate confirming this to be issued to you and a copy lodged with the Broker who placed this Insurance.

• The following fire extinguishing appliances are kept in the home:
  1. One 2kg (or equivalent) Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher in the kitchen and near to cooking appliances.
  2. A two gallon (or equivalent) Water Extinguisher elsewhere in the private dwelling.