Advice on how best to complete Chimney Capping to install an electric fire in the fireplace Information, help and tips on many areas of roofing including trusses, tiling, venting, insulation etc....

[Joona]

Hi

We are currently privately renting our house and have plans to decorate and possibly install and electic fire place into an open brick fire place, what i need to know is is it best to cap the chimney off at the top to help prevent heat loss and wind and rain getting in or would a chimney baloon do the same job.

[DIYDoctor2]

See the answer to this in DIYDoctor's project section - and as you are tenants you should ask for your landlord's permission in writing before you start.

Closing a Fireplace

A fireplace, which is not used anymore, can be successfully closed to allow more wall space…

The insertion of an air-brick is required in the closing of the fireplace to allow air to circulate . . . more at https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/fireplace2.htm