Recommendations For an Insert

[Kehoe]

Hi all,

We have had issues with our chimney since we moved into the house some years ago, and finally had a chimney sweep run a camera through both flues. We have motor missing between many flue tiles, so we would need each flue relined for use.

From what I gather, it doesn't seem to make much financial sense to reline the flue just to use it for an open fire, so I am considering getting an insert. I've researched quite a bit, but figured I would make a post asking for recommendations.

I don't plan on using the insert as a primary heat source. I live in Virginia, so the winters are mild - but, supplemental heat would be nice to offset my heat pump during the cold nights. The chimney sweep quoted us $6200 for an install of a Regency CI2600 ($3700 for the stove, $2500 for the install). My quick research online makes me think that price is a little high, but even so I'd prefer not to spend more than $5000. To give you an idea of my chimney height, the sweep said I'd need 25' of liner.

I do like the flush and simple/sleek look of the Regency CI26700. Another example of the style I like is that FireplaceX Large Flush Rectangular.

If it helps, my fireplace opening is about 36" wide, 24" high, 24" deep, with the back wall 30" wide.

Thank you!

 

[HomeinPA]

I have no idea what the particulars are of the house but if that includes the liner then I'd say he's giving you a good deal. Wait.....Nope, I double checked, that's a great deal for a CI2700 (model number is changed) including the liner and installation. You'd better jump quick because the prices went up a few weeks ago and that deal may not be good any longer.

 

[prezes13]

Does the $2500 include a liner? If so is it insulated? As far as stove goes regency is a great stove. Flush inserts are beautiful but not practical (I know I have one). Shallow fire box make it easy for logs to roll off on the glass or you cut your wood very short to be able to load it N/S. There is a lot nice looking and great performing stoves.

 

[Kehoe]

Thanks for the replies. Yes the liner is included but the quote doesn't say if it is insulated so I would have to check. Is $2500 a decent quote for the install and liner? We would need a 25' kit; chimney is on an external wall; 13"x13" flue; and typical pitched asphalt shingle roof. The damper is 6" wide so that would need to be opened up.

It seems like materials are less than $1000 and not an overly complicated process. But I am sure I am overlooking many things as this is new to me.

 

[tadmaz]

CI2600 might be too much, but you can always just make small fires. I am able to heat 24/7 in Wisconsin with it. I paid $5500 for install with insulated 20' liner. If you take out the andirons, you can easily load 16" splits N/S, there is 17" depth.

 

[HomeinPA]

Thanks for the replies. Yes the liner is included but the quote doesn't say if it is insulated so I would have to check. Is $2500 a decent quote for the install and liner? We would need a 25' kit; chimney is on an external wall; 13"x13" flue; and typical pitched asphalt shingle roof. The damper is 6" wide so that would need to be opened up.

It seems like materials are less than $1000 and not an overly complicated process. But I am sure I am overlooking many things as this is new to me.

The guy is in business to make a living not just break even and give everything away. Many things don't "seem complicated" when we look at them on YouTube but 2 hours into it we're wishing we would have let it alone and had it done the right way.

 

[SculptureOfSound]

if i was in the market for a new flush insert i would probably get the brand new 2020 approved Osburn Matrix 2700. it looks incredible, has huge viewing glass, and also has a firebox that can take 16" splits north and south ( and 20" splits east/ west)