I recently bought a home that has this stove installed in the basement. I believe it is original and dates from 1970. Can anyone offer me any suggestions or advice?
I plan on getting a certified chimney sweep to inspect it. I have a masonry chimney now and I imagine I need a stainless liner. I may attempt to DIY or I may just pay someone to do it.
I'm a little concerned an inspector/chimney sweep will just state it is old and therefore unsafe and needs replacement.
I plan on getting a certified chimney sweep to inspect it. I have a masonry chimney now and I imagine I need a stainless liner. I may attempt to DIY or I may just pay someone to do it.
I'm a little concerned an inspector/chimney sweep will just state it is old and therefore unsafe and needs replacement.
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