Every remodeler will eventually be
asked, "Can we use this chimney?"
Obviously, if the exterior masonry
is cracked, bricks are loose, and
mortar is falling from the joints,
you have to assess the integrity of
the chimney structure. But usually
evaluating an old chimney comes
down to evaluating the flue, and
matching a new liner with the combustion
appliances you will hook up
to it. The information in this article
will help you make the right
choices.
Avoid Tile Liners
If an old chimney has a liner, it
will most likely be clay tile. Most
codes allow tile liners for use with
virtually all appliances. But code
assumes proper installation, and in
my experience, that's a bad assumption.
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