Monthly Archives: November 2010

can you run a pellet stove pipe up an existing chimney?

Posted on November 9, 2010 by admin

I am taking out a woodstove and want to put a Pellet Stove in its place. Can I run the 3" pipe up inside the existing chimney? Yes, you can run the pellet pipe up the inside of the existing … Continue reading →

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What is the best fireplace heating solution for my home?

Posted on November 9, 2010 by admin

I have a relatively small house. The main heating source is Hydronic baseboards with an oil burning furnace. I would like to get a lp Fireplace. Can I get a ventless 20k btu unit installed into a recessed wall. Any … Continue reading →

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can i leave a pellet stove unattended overnight?

Posted on November 7, 2010 by admin

I recently bought a home with a Pellet Stove but never used one before. I’m still waiting for my furniture to be delivered so I can’t stay overnight to watch it but don’t want the house to burn down. Can … Continue reading →

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What is the material to make the ramped surface on top of a chimney?

Posted on November 6, 2010 by admin

Our chimney is made with red bricks on the outside, concrete blocks on the inside, and two terracotta flues. There is mortar making a ramped or domed surface to shed the water. The mortar is all cracked now. I understand … Continue reading →

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How do you turn an indoor fireplace into an outdoor fireplace?

Posted on November 4, 2010 by admin

My husband and I bought a 50+ year old house a little over three years ago. We have a 200 square foot addition on the back that was built improperly by a previous owner. It has a beautiful brick fireplace … Continue reading →

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