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The chimney in my old house was knocked down and only the firebox remains. Can I install vent-free gas logs?

April 26, 2017chimney firebox Gas House install knocked logs remains vent-free

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The chimney in my old house was knocked down and only the firebox remains. Can I install vent-free gas logs?

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Technically, the answer is no. Even vent-free gas logs require a chimney to be present, except in specially made vent-free zero clearance boxes. Occasionally you may find a building inspector who will specify construction of a masonry firebox and allow this, but do so only with his careful supervision; this installation won’t be advised by the appliance manufacturer.