Total newbie here. Can't wait to get started. Been lurking on this forum, you guys are awesome. I'll attempt to keep this brief, and ask a handful of questions at the same time. Just bought a 5-year old Breckwell P23 insert, original owner, excellent condition. Initially was going to pay a pro to install, now I'm thinking why do that. Here's my game plan, please comment and critique.
1) figure out liner length needed and order double-wall, smooth ID, 316SSTi flex liner.
2) reputable local company just rebuilt chimney from roofline up. These guys told me that wrap-insulating my 4" diameter liner is NOT necessary, not really value-added.
3) stove exhaust is 3" and vents straight back. Plan on getting 90 degree elbow increaser from 3" to 4". Same guys told me in CT anything over 15ft requires 4" min diameter to meet code.
4) should I plan on doing some sort of flue insulation (panel?), and how do I do this?
That's it for starters, hope to purchase the liner online early next week and get this thing fired up. Got a few bags of Chow to get started! Much appreciate any guidance you gurus can provide.
1) figure out liner length needed and order double-wall, smooth ID, 316SSTi flex liner.
2) reputable local company just rebuilt chimney from roofline up. These guys told me that wrap-insulating my 4" diameter liner is NOT necessary, not really value-added.
3) stove exhaust is 3" and vents straight back. Plan on getting 90 degree elbow increaser from 3" to 4". Same guys told me in CT anything over 15ft requires 4" min diameter to meet code.
4) should I plan on doing some sort of flue insulation (panel?), and how do I do this?
That's it for starters, hope to purchase the liner online early next week and get this thing fired up. Got a few bags of Chow to get started! Much appreciate any guidance you gurus can provide.