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Comment on how do I fix a chimney that was half gone from the house? by Bricky Local 9 PA

Bricky Local 9 PA — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:01:59 +0000

sorry i cant think of anything that will look as good as the brick...but then again im biased
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Comment on how do I fix a chimney that was half gone from the house? by LH2468

LH2468 — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:48:59 +0000

You should call a professional. There are several options to repair it and make it safe. 1. Rebuild with brick. 2. Line the chimney with a stainless flue and build a wood chase above the existing brick to bring it to height. I don't think either option is a DIY project.
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Comment on how do I fix a chimney that was half gone from the house? by cubcowboysgirl

cubcowboysgirl — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:14:59 +0000

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Comment on how do I fix a chimney that was half gone from the house? by Cazon

Cazon — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:28:59 +0000

Go to the DIY network web site. look up THIS OLD HOUSE and they will give you instructions on hot to do this. you could possible get the episoid where the fix one. I have seen this episoid but think the tape would be more informitive.
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Comment on How much does it cost to clean a pellet stove? by Steven J

Steven J — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:08:59 +0000

My brother in law had one in his last house. And his kids cleaned them for close to ten years. The oldest is 17, the twins are 13..

Just take out the ashes and usea soft brush to remove any carbon.

If it has a long chimney use a special chimney sweeping log to clean out the creosote and flue pipes.
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Can’t be that hard to clean.

Comment on How much to remove a capped brick chimney with no fireplace running from basement, up 2 floors and thru attic? by justhaveFaith

justhaveFaith — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:08:59 +0000

Clare, Question? Do you have a furnace? If so the flue for that chimney that is capped off could be the only way your furnace can let the CO2 out of your house. That and your water heater. Please make sure your furnace and water heater has a way for the CO2 to escape. CO2 poisoning is very dangerous !!! Just thought you might want to know first before you cap anything off or remove it. If not any of these possibilities then rent about 40' of scaffold, and take it down from the top down. Good Luck with your project ! Also a note; Sometimes these old houses have bearing points that are built into the stone work. Make sure when taking it down you have something to carry the roof,floor joists, beams,etc."permanently", that will keep your house from falling on top of you while you take it down. You might want to call your local building dept. for some advise.
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Comment on What do you call an insert to cover your fireplace opening? by nttbirney

nttbirney — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:55:59 +0000

Really, Not a screen? Perhaps a damper? A screen is put in front of the fireplace when not in use but does not block it off. You’re looking for a plug of some sort? Google fireplace plug.
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Comment on How much to remove a capped brick chimney with no fireplace running from basement, up 2 floors and thru attic? by Dan the brick man

Dan the brick man — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:31:59 +0000

expect a big mess…it will take a few days if you dont want someone running a grinder or masonry saw in your house…if i did it it would run 1800.00 – 2000.00 or so…but first you have to make sure no structural members are tied into it…

edit, its not co2 its CO…carbon monoxide…
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Comment on I want to get an outdoor fireplace for my newly redesigned patio. Help? by Peter G

Peter G — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:49:59 +0000

the best one is the Caracas Fire pit
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Comment on I want to get an outdoor fireplace for my newly redesigned patio. Help? by cheebafan

cheebafan — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:36:59 +0000

My buddy went and bought a 5ft round flat cement pond. Its heavy, but its something different and there are a lot of designs out there.
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