We have an old fireplace insert installed in a massive Brick fireplace. The fireplace is approximately 5' wide, 4' deep and 7'6" high (to the ceiling). There are also what looks like an area for storing wood on wither side. We are thinking about tearing it down but I'm not sure what the best tool for it would be.
Removing Brick Fireplace
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nealtw
Contractor retired
Is it a real chimney, outside and on the roof too?
If you are not into just swinging a sludge hammer, somethig like this will do the job, consider the weight of the unit when you pick one out.
http://www.homedepot.com/c/demolition_equipment_rental
If you are not into just swinging a sludge hammer, somethig like this will do the job, consider the weight of the unit when you pick one out.
http://www.homedepot.com/c/demolition_equipment_rental
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havasu
Guest
I've torn down two fireplaces and a whole bunch of decorative brick in my front yard and used a pneumatic air chisel. It works great if you have an air compressor.
slownsteady
Well-Known Member
rotary hammer. But be careful that you know whats behind there before you rip into it.
Sounds like a lot of work to gain 20 square foot of floor space.
Without photos I wouldn’t venture a guess on what problems you might have in taking it out or what method would be best.
Without photos I wouldn’t venture a guess on what problems you might have in taking it out or what method would be best.
