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Old 3/29/07, 9:45 AM
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Should NACHI inspectors note if there is zero clearance to combustibles next to a masonry chimney?

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Old 3/29/07, 10:04 AM
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I don't understand?
The exterior of a masonry chimney does not,should not, get hot.Therefore no clearance would be needed.
Are we talking about the actual chimney?...The hearth?...The mantel?...Opening around the fireplace?...NACHI?...A specific NACHI inspector?...

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Old 3/29/07, 1:06 PM
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Should NACHI inspectors note if there is zero clearance to combustibles next to a masonry chimney?

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This might help

http://www.rumford.com/code/clearances.html

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Old 3/29/07, 5:18 PM
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What state are you from Leanne?
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Old 5/14/07, 9:08 AM
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What state are you from Leanne?
That's a secret, David.

Actually, I would bet that...like Walter Jowers....she is from your state and that her agenda here is NOT to be of benefit to NACHI.
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Old 5/14/07, 9:21 AM
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Default Re: chearance to combustibles

Leanne

Without specifics as to the issue, its not possible to provide an answer based on what you have asked.

More details are required. Please elaborate.
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Old 5/14/07, 10:49 AM
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Damn it James!

You blew my cover!
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