Chimneys - can this be done?

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OldStoneHouse

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Jan 8, 2010
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Eastern Ontario
I'm hoping to install a cookstove in our summer kitchen for occasional use. The problem is that some previous owner in the 50's decided to take the original stone chimney off. The flue is still there and goes where I need it to go. I really can't have the chimney replaced at the moment and won't likely be able to do it for a number of years (other parts of the house that are existing need attention). Until then, I'm wondering if it's possible to use a prefab top and connect that to a liner. That wouldn't be a huge investment and the liner would be needed eventually anyway.

I'm curious if anyone has done this or knows if it can be done.

Thanks for any suggestions!
 
Sorry, I can't picture what your asking. Got any pics?
 
I don't have a picture (there's nothing to have a picture of) but if you can visualize a roof with no chimney that's what I'm starting with. The original chimney was at the peak and just below the roofline is an old (stone) flue where it once connected to the masonry chimney above the roof. Sometimes, when there's frost on the roof, the area where the chimney was is melted so we know it goes to the roof.

What I want to do is connect a SS flex liner to one of these (something like the one in the middle):
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and have it join at the roof line.
 
Yes, a number of liner companies are now making transitions plates to go from their flex liner to a length of Class A. The plate will attach to the top of the masonry part of the chimney and the liner will connect below it, and of course the Class A above.
 
Oh ok, the the old masonry chimney no longer passes through the roof, but rather is now just under the roof? And yu want to line it and then extend it up with class A? AM I understand correct now?
Yes as the other gentleman has pointed out, there are kits for this. Basically a flex liner and where it meets the roof, it will transition to class A.
 
Yup, that's exactly what I'm wanting. Just wasn't sure what to call it - so it's class A.

Thanks for your help!
 
Ya, do class A from where the chimney stops on up through the roof. You'll also need the appropriate flashing and such for a roof penetration. Check out Dura-Vent. They make everything you need and it's pretty easy for a homeowner to get a hold of.
 
You could also do a chase from the old chimney top and up and out the roof, then run class A through the chase to the top of the chase and finish it off with a top cap, clamp, storm collar & cap. Just make sure you keep the clearances needed either way.
 
The piece that you are looking for is called an anchor plate. This plate will mount on top of the old masonry chimney. If you can get to it in the attic, it shouldn't be too bad of a project. Just remember that SS liner for the masonry chimney can't leave the masonry, from the stone up, it must be Class A. Good Luck!
 
Thanks for all the suggestions, I'm going to check into doing this soon - will provide pics if it happens!
 
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