CHIMNEY INSPECTION CHART
For additional requirements refer to the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and ANSI/NFPA 211
Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances in the U.S.A. or to the Canadian
installation Code
Crown |
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condition: | Yes | |
Missing mortar |
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or brick? |
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Is chimney |
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property lined with |
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clay tile liner? |
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Yes |
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Is |
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liner and top |
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seal in good |
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condition? |
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Yes |
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Debris |
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in cleanout? |
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Mortar, tile, metal vent, |
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fuel oil residue? |
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No | Remove metal vent | No |
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Clay |
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tile misalignment, |
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missing sections, |
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gaps? |
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| Part B of |
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Condensate |
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drainage at bottom |
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of chimney? |
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| liner or | ||
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| NFGC or NSCNGPIC Vent | ||
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| adapter per |
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Chimney |
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exposed to |
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outdoors below |
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roof line? | Yes | furnace? |
| application |
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| suitability |
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No |
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| Install chimney |
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| adapter per |
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Chimney is |
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acceptable for use. |
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Fig. 33 - Chimney Inspection Chart
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