It's all part of the flue system, but chimney pipe is different than connector pipe. Connector is slimmer and can be either single or double-wall pipe. Connector pipe radiate more heat and therefore has higher clearances. It is only usable within the stove room envelope. Chimney has much better insulation and lower clearances. The reason I asked the brand pipe is that some like Excel brand is more costly than others.
thank you for taking the time to give me a little education! It is appreciated.
okay so i have an update -
person A, who gave me this quote, called me and left a message when I was at work. His wife forgot to tell him that I wanted double walled connector pipe, so that upped the estimate to $2600, an additional $350. I have not been able to touch base with him about the chase, but he did include in the message that he uses Duravent DVL connector pipe, and the chimney pipe will be Duratech double wall stainless steel pipe.
now on to person B.
I was in touch with person B a while ago when I was looking to purchase a stove and I was looking at a Regency at the time. This guy always answered his phone every time I called, and was more than happy to help me with any questions I had. He would text me, answer my calls answer my questions... ....the works.
I called him tonight to inquire about an estimate. I got his voice mail and he called me right back. He even remember my first name from speaking with him over a month ago. I explained my situation, told him I had a guy I was already talking to but communication was sketchy, and I was looking for another option.
He talked to me for over 15 minutes( i was on break at work) and was very informative, sounded like a motivated and well informed guy. He even said that if I didn't choose him for the install that its no problem and I could call him anytime if I ever had any questions about anything. To be honest, I almost told him he had the job.... but I wanted to touch base with person A first.
Person B said he did away with using mainstream commercial brands of pipe and strictly uses Ventis Class A pipe by Olympia Chimney Supply. Have you ever heard of this brand? After viewing their website, their products do appear* to be quality.