I'm doing an out and up metalbestos chimney in an insulated chase. Should I vent the chase for condensation, on not vent to keep the pipe warm?
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Condensation? where would the condensation come from? in the winter the pipe will be warmer then the air in the chase and would not produce condensation, and in the summer if the chase is not vented the air temp. in the chase would probably change slowly enough for the pipe to change temp. with it and no condensation would result or it would be minor. Plus if the chase is not vented supply of moist air would be limited. I would not vent the chase but I would check with the building inspector to make sure they don’t require a vent for some reason
Well, I don't plan on running the stove 24/7, and moisture condenses on cold steel. Maybe I'm overthinking this whole thing...
Anyways, appreciate your input!
Anyways, appreciate your input!
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