![E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney](/images/new-backgrounds/43445/4344531x1.webp)
E. Locating your Fireplace & Chimney
Location of the fireplace and chimney will affect perfor- mance.
•Install within the warm air space enclosed by the building envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially during lighting and
•Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes the effects of wind loading.
•Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent structures, uneven roof lines and other obstructions.
•Minimize the use of chimney offsets.
•Consider the fireplace location relative to floor and ceiling and attic joists.
•Take into consideration the termination requirements in
Section 8 and Section 9.
Notice: Locating the fireplace in an area of considerable air movement can cause intermittent smoke spillage from fireplace. Do not locate fireplace near
•frequently open doors
•central heat outlets or returns
Do not install in a basement.
| Recommended Location: | |
Recommended Location: | • | Above peak |
• Above peak | • | Inside heated space |
Location NOT recommended:
•Not the highest point of the roof
•Wind loading possible
Windward
Marginal Location: |
• Below peak |
Recommended:
•Insulated exterior chase in cooler climates
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Location NOT recommended:
•Too close to tree
•Below adjacent structure
•Lower roof line
•Avoid outside wall
Leeward
Figure 5.2 Recommended Chimney Locations
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