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I am about to install a wood burning stove, I have a chimney and an exsisting aluminium flue(left from a back boiler system,now removed). Can I use this flue for my stove or will I need to change it for stainless steel flue
Hello Diane, the pipe must be rated and UL listed for a wood stove (no aluminum) you would cause a fire. did you have the chimney checked to see if it is safe to handle this wood stove. I would have a local Certified Chimney Sweep (www.csia.org, there you can look up by zip code to find one near you) take a first hand look at what you have they should be able to help.
Keep me posted
James
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Answers by Expert:
James Ball
Expertise
I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more
Experience
over 22 years
Organizations
Chimney Safety Institute of America, National Chimney Sweep Guild
Education/Credentials
CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) certified
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