Fireplace-metal insert to metal flue connection

[sfalvey]

I don't know much about these chimneys. Is it OK? for the insulation to be exposed at the joint between the metal smoke chamber and metal flue?

Thanks.

[jking2]

It is curious that the insulation and flue appear so clean, though the insert has some creosote deposits. I believe the insert has been used somewhere else, but never in this installation. The connection of the insert to flue should be corrected.

[sfalvey]

Hi James,

The liner is definately new. I didn't know if the exposed insulation was OK because it is fairly far away from the firebox but I had my concerns.

Thanks.

[Shawn Rowe]

Exposed insulation probably means "gap" between connections which means "way bad". According to the way I see the photo, this needs immediate attention.

[sfalvey]

I did recommend a qualified (licensed around here is non existant) chimney sweep inspect further.

[Joe Farsetta]

Recomend a Level II inspection of chimney and related components be performed by a chimney sweep certified by CSIA, the National Chimney Sweep Guild, or other certifying body.