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Installation without a chimney

No chimney. Still worth exploring.

You don’t need an existing fireplace to start planning wood heat. Tell us about your home and we’ll help you find an installer to evaluate a stove and new chimney system.

Find an installer

Free to request a match. Availability varies by area.

Wood stove with a fire burning beside tall windows in a quiet modern home

A new chimney is part of the project.

A wood stove needs a suitable path for exhaust. For a home without an existing chimney, the project includes evaluating a new chimney system, where it can run, and how it works with the building.

Help an installer understand the space.

A few details make the first conversation more useful.

  • A photo of the proposed room and stove location
  • Whether the home has one or multiple stories
  • What is above the room: another floor, attic, or roof
  • Whether you own the home and have already selected a stove

Find out what is feasible before buying.

Photos are a starting point, not a site assessment. A qualified local installer needs to determine suitability, applicable requirements, and the scope of the work before providing a firm installation quote.

A few things worth knowing

Good questions. Clear answers.

Does my home need an existing chimney?

Not necessarily. A new chimney system may be an option. A local installer needs to evaluate the building, location, and applicable requirements before confirming what is possible.

Will FireplaceLab give me the installation quote?

Your installer provides the assessment and quote. FireplaceLab collects your project details and helps look for a suitable local provider. We do not perform installations or set the installer’s prices.

Is there a fee to request a match?

There is no charge to submit your project. An installer may charge for a site visit or assessment; ask about any fees before booking. We may receive a referral fee from participating providers.

Do you have an installer in every area?

Availability varies by location and project. Submitting a request does not guarantee a match. We’ll use your project details to check for a suitable provider.

Can a wood stove provide heat during an outage?

Tell your installer that outage use is a priority. Ask them to confirm how the specific appliance operates without power, including any fans or controls, and whether it suits your heating needs.

When you are ready

Begin with your home.

Answer a few questions. Explore options and rough costs, then request a local quote.

Explore options & pricing