I'm interested in installing a new wood burning insert into an existing fireplace. We live in South Carolina in a 20 year old house. Don't really use the fireplace much, but we heat with propane which is pretty expensive. I would like to put in an insert, but have questions about lining the chimney. A local builder who has a couple of inserts and just sticks them in with no connections (and no issues afterward). The guy at the fireplace store suggests a short direct connect that goes through the damper and just up to the tiles. The chimney sweep wants to put in a complete liner at a pretty high cost. I very quickly get to a point of diminishing returns. I would really like to go the middle route here. Keep in mind it's SC, so winters are relatively mild and short. Any imput would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Robert
Thanks,
Robert