Installing an outside air source...
 

I am a renter that recently talked my landlord into allowing me to use
the fireplace in my half of the duplex. I am noticing a large draft
created by the fireplace and have read about my gas heat going up the
chimeney. I want to install an outside air source for the fireplace
but am having trouble finding instructions for doing so. If anyone
can refer me to information regarding it I would greatly appreciate
it.

Anthony

Installing an outside air source...
 

On 5 Feb 2007 17:42:14 -0800, wrote:

I am a renter that recently talked my landlord into allowing me to use
the fireplace in my half of the duplex. I am noticing a large draft
created by the fireplace and have read about my gas heat going up the
chimeney. I want to install an outside air source for the fireplace
but am having trouble finding instructions for doing so. If anyone
can refer me to information regarding it I would greatly appreciate
it.

Anthony

I don't think you're gonna be able to do that yourself
in a rental unit. It requires modifications to the building
and fireplace.

Installing an outside air source...
 

Anthony,
Any adjustments you may do to the fireplace to create heat will cost
in excess of $1500 for certain. That is a mighty generouse gift to a
landlord.

I hate to be voice of doom on fireplaces but most open fireplace let
heat out despite the damper when they are not being used, and they
really suck heat out when they are being used or any time the damper
is open. There are some things you can do to improve the efficiency
slightly during burn, but they will not counteract the loss you will
experience in furnace heat. My best advice if you are looking to save
heat and money in the winter. Plug up the chimney nice and tight with
a chimney balloon or chimney cap (dont rely only on your damper to
stop heat loss). tak with your landlord about how old the furnace is
and how efficient it is.