Hi, I have a Pre Fabricated Fireplace non efficient and I would like to remove it and install a wood stove but many people tells me that is not possible, do you know why?
What would the combustible material clearances be for these prefabricated fireplaces from the opening? I have a prefabricated fireplace but I am planning to reface the outside with granite and a surround mantle.
do that chimney have an air combustion handle? on the right wall? because mine has it and I don't know when it's closed or open. And it seems no one is explaining that online. I don't have an instruction manual. The chimney ( looks like yours)came with the house. !
Great video! My gas line running into the fireplace is not sealed. What would you recommend I seal it with? Also, I turned my gas on today to start a fire and not getting any gas so the starter won't ignite. Amy ideas on how to fix that? Thanks!
go to your gas store ( not home depot or lowes) go to the guy who sells all the gas things to the plumber and they will sell you all you need ( I changed mine completely for 8 dollars.) But you have to close the gas to work with it. You have to be very very careful and before put the fire on you have to check for any leaks. You do that with water and soap. Ask the guys they will explain it to you. But if you are somehow "clumsy" don't you even try it. Call the plumber. one with a certificate to do the job. Do not risk it. It is GAS. if you have a leak you can blow your house up!
I have a question about this firpelcace. I have the same design. Are you allowed to burn wood in these even though the gas line is there. Can you expand more on that. Thank you.
Jegny, in order to determine if your fireplace is able to burn wood or is only for gas logs you'll need to refer to the data plate or rating plate. That is the plate that gives you the name, model and serial number of the fireplace. On it you'll see more information as well. If you can't find what you're looking for there please contact the manufacturer.
Hey, I have the same chimney, I burn wood all the time. The gas is just to start the fire. Do you have the air combustion handle? I just saw it. I don't have any idea if it is closed or open. this video seems not to talk about the subject. And it is a very important lever it is to allow air to come from outside for combustion, if not you will be using your room's air. and it can be dangerous.
Hi Carlos - Thanks for watching! I'm not exactly sure what you're asking, so I'll answer two ways. Specifically, behind the panels is the metal structure of the fireplace. There is an air gap there for cooling. For more information about specifically how this is constructed you can probably find a diagram by Googling it. The more general answer is that behind the fireplace is the house framing, which is typically wood. This is why it is critically important to keep the fireplace well maintained so the heat stays where it is supposed to.
@@higherstandardshomeinspect6620 thank you for your quick response and you answered my question. Didn't know if there was anything else between the box and the framing. Now I get it I appreciate it. Thanks again.
This was quite helpful. I’m having a disagreement with the City inspector, I think now we might at least speak the same language. Thank you.
Hi, I have a Pre Fabricated Fireplace non efficient and I would like to remove it and install a wood stove but many people tells me that is not possible, do you know why?
Had one of those.,under if a can install a efficient insert inside ?
I have one of these type fireplaces. Can I burn wood in it without using the gas?
What would the combustible material clearances be for these prefabricated fireplaces from the opening? I have a prefabricated fireplace but I am planning to reface the outside with granite and a surround mantle.
do that chimney have an air combustion handle? on the right wall? because mine has it and I don't know when it's closed or open. And it seems no one is explaining that online. I don't have an instruction manual. The chimney ( looks like yours)came with the house. !
Great video! My gas line running into the fireplace is not sealed. What would you recommend I seal it with? Also, I turned my gas on today to start a fire and not getting any gas so the starter won't ignite. Amy ideas on how to fix that? Thanks!
go to your gas store ( not home depot or lowes) go to the guy who sells all the gas things to the plumber and they will sell you all you need ( I changed mine completely for 8 dollars.) But you have to close the gas to work with it. You have to be very very careful and before put the fire on you have to check for any leaks. You do that with water and soap. Ask the guys they will explain it to you. But if you are somehow "clumsy" don't you even try it. Call the plumber. one with a certificate to do the job. Do not risk it. It is GAS. if you have a leak you can blow your house up!
I have a question about this firpelcace. I have the same design. Are you allowed to burn wood in these even though the gas line is there. Can you expand more on that. Thank you.
Jegny, in order to determine if your fireplace is able to burn wood or is only for gas logs you'll need to refer to the data plate or rating plate. That is the plate that gives you the name, model and serial number of the fireplace. On it you'll see more information as well. If you can't find what you're looking for there please contact the manufacturer.
Hey, I have the same chimney, I burn wood all the time. The gas is just to start the fire. Do you have the air combustion handle? I just saw it. I don't have any idea if it is closed or open. this video seems not to talk about the subject. And it is a very important lever it is to allow air to come from outside for combustion, if not you will be using your room's air. and it can be dangerous.
What is behind the refractory panels?
Hi Carlos - Thanks for watching! I'm not exactly sure what you're asking, so I'll answer two ways. Specifically, behind the panels is the metal structure of the fireplace. There is an air gap there for cooling. For more information about specifically how this is constructed you can probably find a diagram by Googling it. The more general answer is that behind the fireplace is the house framing, which is typically wood. This is why it is critically important to keep the fireplace well maintained so the heat stays where it is supposed to.
@@higherstandardshomeinspect6620 thank you for your quick response and you answered my question. Didn't know if there was anything else between the box and the framing. Now I get it I appreciate it. Thanks again.
Are you WETT certified?
What is the relevance to the video? It's a gas fireplace.