Chimney Choice advice

[Wet Paws]

I will be installing a Pacific Energy Super 27 this spring in my fishing camp (replacing a dreadfully scary potbelly in a place I bought 2 years ago). I need to replace the current chimney as well. The options listed in the PE manual for chimney choices are listed. I am guessing they are all pretty much equal in application but wondered if there are any subtle differences that make one or two better than the others. I am located in Southern Ontario and my camp is near North Bay. Warranty all seem pretty much the same. I will be installing this myself and having it WETT certified after. My place has an upstairs sleeping area which the current chimney goes up through the pine T&G;floor and then through the roof. I understand I will need heat shielding around that section upstairs (which is currently not there). To be 2' above the peak I believe I will require 14' of chimney. (boat access only so won't be there until spring to confirm). I already have a double wall telescoping pipe to connect from the stove to the chimney.

Thanks in advance for any the guidance!

Security S2100
Pro-Jet H.T.3000
ICC Excel 2100
Selkirk Sentinal CF
Energy Vent Commander 5000

 

[dougand3]

Selkirk is in Hamilton, ON. They have Supervent down here in Lowes. It's the best price for Class A chimney. Maybe you have a big box store such as that up there? I can't speak to any differences between it and say, Simpson. Class A is UL listed and all rated as such should perform similarly. Stay with same chimney model thruout system to make sure they connect properly.

 

[Wet Paws]

Thanks Dougand3 for your reply

I will take it from the lack of any other responses there are really no huge differences between any of these manufacturers. Having said that then it comes down to customer service and price.

Thanks again!

 

[DrivenByDemons]

Yea, put in a Spectrum which is pretty much the same as the Super 27. I used Supervent from the local Menards and have had no problems to speak of yet.

 

[begreen]

Thanks Dougand3 for your reply

I will take it from the lack of any other responses there are really no huge differences between any of these manufacturers. Having said that then it comes down to customer service and price.

Thanks again!

Although there are a lot of similarities, there is a difference between companies when it comes to how the pipes lock together, how they insulate the pipe and piping options. All of them cover the basic installations, but some companies have more extensive options for flashing, or connecting pipe, etc. It's best to look through the catalog for the brand you want and check to be sure they have all the pieces you need to to the job.

 

[CONCORDE]

I tell folks to look at how sections overlap. Some have just a little, others have a lot. Brands with longer overlap between inner and outer joints will have greater structural strength. A few other tips:

Give the inner wall on the male end a squeeze with your hand. On some brands, the material is so thin, you can squash it quite easily. Likewise, take the end of one pipe length and put it up against your knee. Push against it hard with your hand. If the pipe goes oval, you might just want to keep looking. You might also look at weight. By no coincedence, the better products also tend to be heavier. And lastly, look at warranty. There are chimney brands out there that do have lifetime warrantys.

 

[Wood Heat Stoves]

I will be installing a Pacific Energy Super 27 this spring in my fishing camp (replacing a dreadfully scary potbelly in a place I bought 2 years ago). I need to replace the current chimney as well. The options listed in the PE manual for chimney choices are listed. I am guessing they are all pretty much equal in application but wondered if there are any subtle differences that make one or two better than the others. I am located in Southern Ontario and my camp is near North Bay. Warranty all seem pretty much the same. I will be installing this myself and having it WETT certified after. My place has an upstairs sleeping area which the current chimney goes up through the pine T&G;floor and then through the roof. I understand I will need heat shielding around that section upstairs (which is currently not there). To be 2' above the peak I believe I will require 14' of chimney. (boat access only so won't be there until spring to confirm). I already have a double wall telescoping pipe to connect from the stove to the chimney.

Thanks in advance for any the guidance!

Security S2100
Pro-Jet H.T.3000
ICC Excel 2100
Selkirk Sentinal CF
Energy Vent Commander 5000

your local inspector has likely dealt with many brands, and knows that these are not all your options, these are only the brands the stove maker has tested.

 

[MountainStoveGuy]

ICC is the only one of the group that you mentioned that is tested at a continuous 2100* for 30 minutes, not three 10 min tests at 2100*. It also has a lifetime warranty even in the event of a chimney fire. Its not going to be the cheapest one on the list by a long shot, but it stands out on the list for safety and longevity.

 

[Wet Paws]

I did go with the ICC chimney. Installed it in May, had a couple burns that weekend with the Super 27 and was amazed at what I had been missing. Haven't used it since but heading up in October and can't wait to fire it up again. I will probably watch it more than go fishing. Thanks to all