Chimney Height Extension

Vented or non vented chimney sides available.

Chimney height extension.

Chimneys shall extend at least 2 feet 610 mm higher than any portion of a building within 10 feet 3048 mm but shall not be less than 3 feet 914 mm above the point where the chimney passes through the roof. Specifications aren t there to merely cause you problems. Because of all the trees behind it are higher this chimney is too low which causes down drafting where the smoke travels back down the chimney instead of u. And at least 2 higher than any portion of a building within 10.

Predrilled holes for rebar installation. Learn more about firerock outside air kits installation kits height extension kit firebrick adhesive mortar metal chimney system solid block chimney bricking flange and offset blocks by clicking the links below. If you have a particularly short ceiling or high ceiling these extensions are for a customized fit. The chimney dimensions vary by ceiling height and hood type.

Firerock offers a variety of fireplace accessories to complete your custom home project. Extension block measures 22 w x 6 h x 22 d. This accessory is perfect for designs that call for an arched opening that would normally reduce the open area of the firebox. Designed for high ceilings cosmo s island mount chimney extension either partially or fully replaces the segment s included with your range hood for a total of 60 inches in height.

Be sure to measure twice and order the correct extension that matches your hood at the range hood store. This extension telescopes with the outer cover and can be shortened or lengthened depending on your needs. Height extension kit for masonry fireplaces. Often the repair for a too short chimney or flue whether masonry or metal is simply to extend the chimney to the proper height above the building rooftop.

They intend to make sure that the chimney draws properly and that a fire hazard does not occur. Each chimney has the same matching brushed stainless steel as your hood and may be completely seamless on the front and rear. 34 flue extension increases height by 2 feet. Chimney extensions allow every zline hood to fit your kitchen perfectly.

Firerock products can support multiple chimney extension blocks. The chimney must extend at least 3 above the highest point where it passes through a roof. With the exception of rumford firerock units come standard with a 34 5 opening height. Due to a variety of sizes and options each specialty flue extension is made custom per order.

But chimney height extensions must be properly designed connected or installed or the result can be leaks into the structure or an ineffective chimney height extension that doesn t work or worse is unsafe.