Removing a brick chimney tips
I have a small house that was built in the 1950’s.
The brick chimney and fireplace have to be removed.
It is on an exterior wall, the hearth is brick and above the mantle is some form of wall board, not drywall.
It is one level. The roof has rafters, not trusses and until I open the inside wall, I will have no idea how it is supported where the chimney is.
I will not be replacing the fireplace. The siding is being replaced in a couple months.
I am thinking to do the following. Brace the ceiling joists inside before opening the wall and starting the demo.
Have fun with a sledge hammer and remove the brick work. Much of the mortar is crumbing.
Then rebuild the wall. Studs, sheathing, vapour barrier, rain screen, insulation etc.
Have I missed anything?