I really hate to use this term, but you need a local professional. Nobody
here can know your fireplace, your chimney or your climate. Call a chimney
guy; this is not a diy.

my opinion, of course,

Keith

"dano" wrote in message
ups.com...
I have a craftsman style home with a fireplace that was shored up with
concrete. There is a small hole in the top of the ceiling of the
fireplace since it does have a gas line. I would like to knock out the
concrete and be able to enjoy a wood fire.....anyone who has had the
joy of doing this, please share.....thanks, Dan