450 mm 18 in.
Installing flue pipe through roof.
The chimney must extend at least 3 feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof and be at least 2 foot higher than any part of the building within a horizontal distance of 10 feet figure 2.
There are a few different types of flashing.
A flue pipe must never pass through a combustible floor or ceiling or through an attic roof space closet or concealed space.
The chimney pipe must protrude through the roof a minimum of 2 feet and it must be at least 10 feet away from the roof line.
Make sure to put a bead of silicone around the storm collar where it meets the chimney pipe.
Run vertical pipe up through the ceiling and roof.
All chimneys must extend 3 feet above the roof surface and 2 feet higher than any part of the building within 10 feet.
This should be done before installing the roofing material as well.
When installing a wood stove at home it s important to think about the chimney.
The rubber boot is trimmed to fit around the pipe and then secured to the roof with screws and sealant.
Minimum clearance from combustible material.
Determine the number of chimney pipe lengths required.
Pull away insulation or install an insulation shield to keep the area clear around the pipe.
The minimum clearance may be reduced by 50 percent to 225 mm 9 in if suitable shielding is installed either on the pipe or on the combustible surface.
Check the area where you will install the flue pipe.
You should weatherproof the roof opening with an insulated storm collar and roof flashing.
The termination cap is installed above this point.
Cut a framing hole at least 10 inches in diameter with a jigsaw tool.
Wood stove pipe flashing is incredibly important to protect both your stove and your roof.
Chimney pipes on metal roofs must be flashed in order to create a watertight seal around the pipe and prevent leaks through the roof.
When passing through the roof you need to use a flashing that matches the roof pitch.
The insulated chimney pipe is stacked until it reaches the required height.
While you re still on the roof attach the storm collar to the chimney pipe.
