Thread: Chimney flue firestopping
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Old 02-11-2009, 07:17 AM
Wayne Carlisle Wayne Carlisle is offline
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Re: Chimney flue firestopping
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Originally Posted by Jerry Peck View Post
Second, no insulation shield is missing *at this time* as there is no place to put insulation. Now, once the proper firestop is installed, giving a flat surface around the chimney where insulation could be placed, then, yes, an insulation shield is then required.
In my opinion it IS missing. The code states:"'When passing through insulated assemblies".

It is passing through an insulated assembly so therefore it is required!
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