Flue Pipes

Types of flue pipes

• A fireplace flue is located within the chimney stack and is typically straight up and down to enable the best draft. These flues are typically insulated by brick, tile, or ceramic. The exhaust is transmitted from the fireplace, up and outside through the flue pipe. This ensures that you and your family are not inhaling these dangerous byproducts.
• Furnace flue pipes are normally made of metal and covered by insulating material. These flues are normally pitched up near the chimney. An exhaust pipe is a vital addition to help safeguard against accidental fires by preventing the mixture of combustible gases.
• A water heater flue pipe is typically a straight metal pipe fitted above the water heater burner. Combustion gases are funneled from the water heater and expelled to the outside to prevent a backflow of gases into the home. The flue also acts as a heat exchanger to help heat water kept in the storage tank. It’s important that the flue pipe never slopes downwards because it could leak toxic gases back into the house.