ᐅ Tips for a Fireplace (Room Air-Independent)

Hello,

I spoke with our structural builder today. He asked us to clarify the additional work regarding the chimney. The only thing we need to decide is what kind of flue pipe connection we want (90° or 45°). Honestly, we’re not sure yet because we don’t know which stove we want. I was planning to buy it in spring 2018, after the heating season ends, hoping to find a good deal.

In theory, we could have the stove fitter install the flue pipe connection later, but then they would need to drill. I imagine it might be cheaper to install it now. Or am I mistaken?

Are there any tips or recommendations for current stoves that I should keep in mind?

We had the same problem back then. We didn’t go ahead with it because we didn’t know the height, and I definitely wanted one connected at the back. So, there was no flexibility.

In this case, it would be easiest to quickly call a chimney builder and ask about the costs and what they consider more practical.

I would definitely recommend having the drilling done only when the stove is actually being installed.

I would never even consider having that done before the stove is installed. Our stove fitter then did it for something between nothing and a "token gesture."

Since you haven’t chosen a fireplace yet, leave out the flue pipe connection for now, as you don’t know the required height of the connection. You might be able to get the costs reimbursed later, as the connection pipe is more expensive than a standard flue pipe.

The fireplace installer can make a core drill hole at the appropriate height later.