Must a fireplace chimney be as high or higher than a roof peak?
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Jack Wallace
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Generally yes, but check with your local codes, and check if you need a permit. Some areas do not allow new wood fireplaces.
Hi Jack! I have listed some information for you to take a look at. I hope it helps!
https://www.askthechimneysweep.com/2010/10/chimney-height/
http://inspectapedia.com/chimneys/Chimney_Height_Codes_Specifications.php
https://chimneysafety.wordpress.com/2015/07/22/why-masonry-chimneys-have-to-meet-the-3-2-10-rule-and-how-a-csia-certified-chimney-sweep-does-the-math/
These sites will help you.
https://inspectapedia.com/chimneys/Chimney_Height_Codes_Specifications.php
https://www.askthechimneysweep.com/2010/10/chimney-height/
Always check local building code too.
Hi Jack! Well, in order to get a good up-draft, you really need to have the chimney to be higher than the roof peak. I would check with the municipality to see what the regulations are. Remember too that you need a certain clearance for any trees and a "critter" stopper on the top. Hope this helps!
And please have your chimney sweep come annually. Better safe than sorry. ;-)
Basic codes will follow national fire code. 2 feet higher than the highest roof peak within ten feet. This also includes neighboring homes.