How often do you replace your chimney liner - if ever?

[ilovedougfir]

I was kind of surprised to come across an article that seems to imply stainless steel liners need to be replaced every 15-20 years. I'm coming up on that but wow are liners expensive. But it got me thinking.... Im not sure how I'd know if I had an issue. Short of having someone come out with a camera on a string they could drop down there - Im not sure how anyone would know it was time to replace a liner.

Thoughts?

Chimney Liner - When Should You Replace - Local Chimney Pros

The life span of a chimney liner varies but we have tips to keep your chimney liner working efficiently, are chimney pros can also install a new chimney liner also.

www.chimneyspecialistsinc.com

 

[MRD1985]

The liner I purchased in 2023 has a lifetime warranty. Any burn through they will replace it. This is only when used with wood for fuel. Coal voids that lifetime warranty

 

[bholler]

I was kind of surprised to come across an article that seems to imply stainless steel liners need to be replaced every 15-20 years. I'm coming up on that but wow are liners expensive. But it got me thinking.... Im not sure how I'd know if I had an issue. Short of having someone come out with a camera on a string they could drop down there - Im not sure how anyone would know it was time to replace a liner.

Thoughts?

Chimney Liner - When Should You Replace - Local Chimney Pros

The life span of a chimney liner varies but we have tips to keep your chimney liner working efficiently, are chimney pros can also install a new chimney liner also.

www.chimneyspecialistsinc.com

I start scanning light wall liners at 15 years. Heavy wall at 20. Yes they can fail but it isnt common unless they are abused.

 

[bholler]

The liner I purchased in 2023 has a lifetime warranty. Any burn through they will replace it. This is only when used with wood for fuel. Coal voids that lifetime warranty

Most warrantys are for the lifetime of the product. For liners that is usually rated at between 15 and 25 years

 

[Turbo89]

Im sure this is why insurance companies want you to get a sweep out annual. I’ve debated buying a cheap borescope to inspect mine annually, the short ones aren’t terribly expensive, I bet someone makes a cheap wireless / Bluetooth one you could tape to that sweep rods.

 

[MRD1985]

Most warrantys are for the lifetime of the product. For liners that is usually rated at between 15 and 25 years

I specifically asked that question. They said as long as I am the original owner the liner is warrantied indefinitely with the use of wood fuel only.

 

[bholler]

I specifically asked that question. They said as long as I am the original owner the liner is warrantied indefinitely with the use of wood fuel only.

What brand is it?

 

[bholler]

Im sure this is why insurance companies want you to get a sweep out annual. I’ve debated buying a cheap borescope to inspect mine annually, the short ones aren’t terribly expensive, I bet someone makes a cheap wireless / Bluetooth one you could tape to that sweep rods.

Wireless generally has trouble when used in a chimney

 

[stoveliker]

Wireless generally has trouble when used in a chimney

The pipe is a close approximation of a faraday cage. The openings at the top and bottom are small as compared to the dimensions of its length.

 

[MRD1985]

What brand is it?

It’s from fireside chimney supply

 

[Turbo89]

Wireless generally has trouble when used in a chimney

Good call, I just looked up wired cameras; apparently you can get one with 20’ length and a light for less than $50. That’s sounds worthy of an investment.