Chimney Flue Fire Stop

Fire stopping is a measure taken to slow the spread of fire between building floors an event that could occur at openings cut to permit a chimney to pass through from one floor to another.

Chimney flue fire stop.

Designed for normal continuous operation at 1000 f flue gas temperatures duraplus is subjected to rigorous and stringent ht requirements of the ul standard including one hour at 1400 f plus three 10. In the event of a creosote fire the compressible blanket insulation permits the chimney liner to expand outwardly in a radial direction. A chimney cap on the crown around the outside opening of the flue will keep debris. It attaches to the damper blade in both metal box type fireplaces or brick masonry fireplaces.

Give the chimney sweeper a call today at 800 760 6567 or click here to request a quote and schedule your fire stop system installation. The damper stop clamp is installed on the chimney damper blade to prevent accidental full closure of the damper while the gas log set is burning in your fireplace it is required in many areas to keep the damper from closing all the way. Leaves and animal nests inside a flue can quickly fuel a chimney fire when touched by loose embers from a fire. This article describes the basic requirement for fire stopping needed where building chimneys or flues pass through building floors.

An annual chimney inspection will let you know if you need a flue pipe repaired or replaced. Great for use in fireplaces or wood burning stoves. Item is made in the usa.