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Comment on can you run a pellet stove pipe up an existing chimney? by Breckwell Hearth Products

Breckwell Hearth Products — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:26:59 +0000

Yes, you can run the pellet pipe up the inside of the existing chimney so long as it is a Class A Chimney or masonry chimney. Since wood stoves require a Class A chimney, I assume that is what you have. If so, it is perfectly fine to do this. We have customer do this all of the time and it is approved by National Firecode NFPA 211.

The only exception to this would be if your local municipality specifically prohibits this, but I have yet to hear of a locality that does.
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NFPA 211
http://breckwell.com

Comment on can you run a pellet stove pipe up an existing chimney? by Stop Calling Me!

Stop Calling Me! — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:17:59 +0000

a pellet stove needs what is called a pl vent. it is basically a pipe inside a pipe. one pipe brings in air for combustion while the second pipe is used to vent combustion gases.
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Comment on What is the best fireplace heating solution for my home? by HalfHandy2

HalfHandy2 — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:07:59 +0000

Chris,
You dont want ventless if you are starting from scratch you want direct vent. That is only slightly more efficient 89% or so as opposed to 99%, but you wont have the NO2 problems and air quality concerns a ventless log will get you into. Most installers wont touch a ventless install new anyway they will only service existing ones. There are some liabilities in health about them just google the ventless study done by U of IL champaign /Urbana.
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I work in a fireplace shop and use to do installs

Comment on What is the best fireplace heating solution for my home? by Nicholas

Nicholas — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:51:59 +0000

Get a wood burning cast iron stove, a friend of mine has a small home and once he got some coals going even during the coldest winter months in Michigan he only has to throw part of a split log on every couple hours or so, and before bed he puts 4 pieces of split wood in to keep the house warm all night! The cast iron is important, it has a lot of thermal man, he can also cook on it! soooo cool!
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Comment on can you run a pellet stove pipe up an existing chimney? by john

john — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:29:59 +0000

i would .
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Comment on What is the best fireplace heating solution for my home? by AllGen

AllGen — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:06:59 +0000

Chris, your best bet would be to consult local heating contractors in your area about what heating products locally available in your area would best suit your house’s needs.

So, with that said, there are plenty of local heating contractors seeking to easily give free estimates with no obligation, and taking advantage of this is the consumer-smart way to go about finding an accurate answer to your question.

A local heating contractor can easily assist you in this project of yours. If you negotiate well with the contractor and he buys the materials (i.e., the furnace/heating product best for your situation, etc.) for you, you may try to have him pass the discounted cost of the materials to you in exchange for giving him the installation job, as usually contractors get discounts (called "contractor’s discounts" / "contractor’s price") when buying from suppliers because of the many purchases they make as required by their jobs..

Getting free estimates from local heating contractors is the key to your success in this home improvement project of yours. Here’s a great link to a handyman site that offers free very resourceful information to assist you in your project, and, ultimately, selecting a local heating contractor in an effort to have you get treated fairly by the contractor:

Info on heating and cooling contractors:

http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_Free_Estimates_Heating_Cooling.htm

I’m sure you’ll find the information you need, specifically the tips, useful as it relates to being treated fairly by contractors and exploring the consumer-wise approach of getting free written estimates to find the best contractor in your area.

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The Internet. Just whatever is available online and what I have on my mind, including the inclusion of relevant sites, like the one cited that came about from my efforts, which is intended to be useful. Helping people get the relevant info they want is great.
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Comment on can i leave a pellet stove unattended overnight? by Lexie

Lexie — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 23:49:59 +0000

Nope, as that can be potentially hazardous.

http://www.thathomesite.com/forums/load/firepl/msg0204565921723.html?8
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Comment on can i leave a pellet stove unattended overnight? by joeyc

joeyc — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 23:16:59 +0000

I absolutely would not leave the stove unattended, especially if this is something you have no experience in using. I would much rather practice safety, and common sense than have something tragic happen.

Here is a site to give you some excellent information regarding your pellet stove.

http://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/P/AE_pellet_stove_operation.html

All the best to you in your new home.
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Comment on can i leave a pellet stove unattended overnight? by t-rexs

t-rexs — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 23:03:59 +0000

stay with it all day and watch it

after 6 or 8 hours of running and no malfunction you should be able to leave it overnight once the hopper has been refilled

read the instructions if none search online for you stoves operation sheet – follow them

we leave them alone all the time if it is any comfort
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country boy

Comment on can i leave a pellet stove unattended overnight? by ralph b

ralph b — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 22:53:59 +0000

if this is the FIRST time you have lit the stove, then leaving it unattended is not wise.
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