Installing a new boiler

John_11

I have an unfinished basement and I am installing a new boiler (old was forced hot air)Do I need to put fireproof sheet rock above the boiler? If so how large of an area do I need to cover? I have never seen this but I was told it should be done.
Also does the Fire-O-Matic need to be directly above the boiler or can it be off the side some (within 1' from the end). Reason for this is because the old unit went all the way to the ceiling so the Fire-O-Matic had to be next to it. If it does need to be directly under it I will just have to use the current box as a junction box and move the Fire-O-Matic.

Thank you for your help. John

John@Reliable

New install

All depends on which state you are in.Here in ma we no longer have to install sheetrock over system. Firomatic should be over the burner not boiler better safe than sorry,also use flare fittings with new firomatics and new oil line,I find going up and over to pump works find if not to long,over 50' Hope this helps!

John_11

I live in Vermont. Do you know if it is required here? Thanks

kevin

it depends on the town

what town are you in? My parents are in Rutland. A call to the fire dept. would be the best. Some towns don't care.

hr

Why not

get a sheet, hang it, and cover your bases. Some home inspector, some day may "write you up" for not having it installed. Sounds like a "depends on the inspector" type of call

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John_11

Your right I should just get a sheet and hang it, and get it over with so it deos not come back to me later.
Thanks for you help. John