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Hi, we have a older home and inside our living room is a fireplace mantel, It is a non working unit that I believe has a pipe going through it from our basement for the furnace. Does this make sense? If so can these be torn out?
You can certainly remove the fireplace front and mantel, no matter what. If the chimney is being used by any appliances or devices, they will need an alternate flue in order to remove the chimney. Devices that may be connected would be furnace and hot water tank. The masonry carries the load of the chimney, it will need to be removed from the top down.
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Dan Griffin
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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.
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I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.
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I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.
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