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Old 3/8/10, 2:32 PM
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Default Unlined chimney?

What if anything do you guys say about gas appliances being vented into an unlined brick chimney flue?
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Default Re: Unlined chimney?

The chimney should be lined. The brick looks to be distressed, I would recommend a level II chimney inspection by a Certified Chimney Sweep.



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Mark i also inform them of condensation , leaks Carbon monoxide and so on. it should be lined.



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Default Re: Unlined chimney?

Thanks guys, you both confirmed my thoughts, I just wanted to make sure I was correct before calling it out.



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