Types of Chimneys Available for Mobile Homes

Some mobile homeowners would like to add a chimney or wood stove. The chimney will require proper installation and need regular maintenance to ensure the fire stays inside of the fireplace. Mobile homeowners should have a professional to install the chimney.

Pre-fabricated Chimneys

Pre-fabricated chimneys are a metal type of chimney, are inexpensive and easy to install. This type of chimney can be stainless steel or double or triple wall galvanized. You will need a stovepipe, double wall pipe, Class A chimney pipe and a chimney pipe adapter to install a metal chimney system. The chimney pipe adapter is a critical component used to convert the Class A pipe to the double wall stove pipe that connects the chimney to the stove pipe.

Solar Chimneys

Solar chimneys are another way to keep a comfortable temperature in a mobile home without using electric heat. The chimney can also be used in the summer months to keep the house cool instead of air conditioning. Solar chimneys are energy efficient and good for the environment. The chimneys work by using air in closed spaces and are heated by solar energy. Many mobile homeowners will see a decrease in cost for utilities.

Masonry Chimneys

Masonry chimneys are good for a mobile home with a wood stove or existing chimney. Some masonry chimneys may not be up to safety standards and will require repairs. If you have an existing chimney, then you should have the chimney inspected by a professional. After an evaluation by an inspector, you will need to make any repairs that are required for the chimney to be safe. You can use the chimney for warming the home after making repairs.