Just plunked down for the Regency I3100. I've been reading the thread about block-off-plates with interest. I asked the installer/dealer if they would install one - nope. They said they install some kind of seal near the top of the chimney. They did however say they would "stuff the damper area with insulation" if I wanted them too.
I was told my existing fireplace is a "heatform by Heatilator". Basically there is a damper, which is currently frozen shut, and you can see some heat capture tubes when you look up the chimney. The installer said they are going to have to cut 2-3 of those tubes out to get the flue in there and possibly some of the existing damper. My question: is stuffing the pre-existing damper area with insulation going to be sufficient or should I go ahead and do the block-off-plate. They have agreed to do the installation in two phases to allow me to get the block-off-plate made and installed (by me as I know of no one that will do that). I don't want to go to the trouble though if their solution of lining the area with insulation will be just as good.
Thoughts?
I was told my existing fireplace is a "heatform by Heatilator". Basically there is a damper, which is currently frozen shut, and you can see some heat capture tubes when you look up the chimney. The installer said they are going to have to cut 2-3 of those tubes out to get the flue in there and possibly some of the existing damper. My question: is stuffing the pre-existing damper area with insulation going to be sufficient or should I go ahead and do the block-off-plate. They have agreed to do the installation in two phases to allow me to get the block-off-plate made and installed (by me as I know of no one that will do that). I don't want to go to the trouble though if their solution of lining the area with insulation will be just as good.
Thoughts?
