A gas stove is a beautiful addition to any home, transforming your living space and adding a level of unsurpassed comfort. With the Jotul Sebago gas stove you can enjoy convenient and efficient gas heat wrapped within an attractive and customized stove.
Choose a finish option that suits your style and décor. Matte black and Jotul Iron are classics, while the Blue/Black or Green enamel will set your gas stove apart. Pick Ivory enamel for a romantic, softer setting. Venting designs can also change the look of the Jotul Sebago model, depending on whether you need a traditional stove pipe on top or the cleaner direct vent installation.
Accessories will create a hearth experience that’s even more comfortable for you. Opt for remote controls for ultimate convenience and a screen cover to enjoy the unique open door function of this gas stove. However you customize the Jotul Sebago gas stove, your family will love the warm and cozy atmosphere.
Homeowners with wood stoves and wood burning fireplaces usually expect to schedule regular maintenance on their chimney. But no matter what type of fuel you use, chimney cleaning, maintenance and inspections are essential for safety and efficiency.
When you have updated an existing fireplace with a gas insert be sure to find a professional chimney sweep who can look after your system. Although gas burning appliances have less emissions and generally run at a higher efficiency, the safety of your home is still dependent on a clean, clear chimney.
Often a blockage in the chimney cap or flue can cause a problem. With gas fireplace inserts you may not notice it right away. A professional chimney inspection by a qualified technician will make sure the area is clear. You may be surprised at what a bird or small animal can get lodged into a chimney cap.
If you have a gas log set in your fireplace, a chimney sweep will help to maintain a long working life for your set. Damage or wear to the chimney cap can cause water to leak in, rusting the grate or burner and potentially damaging the logs themselves. A sweep will make sure your cap is solid and keep the area clean, reducing the chance of a leak.
Vented gas logs installed in existing fireplaces produce a decent amount of soot and the chimney will require annual inspection and regular cleanings.
Find a professional chimney sweep that is experienced with the different types of fireplace fuel. From wood to pellets and natural gas, all types of fireplaces and stoves require this kind of maintenance. Ask at your hearth retailer to find out whether they offer chimney sweeping services. A qualified and trained technician should know what to look for no matter what type of fuel is being used in your fireplace, stove or insert.
Direct vent gas fireplaces may not have a chimney, but regular vent inspection is still important to prevent blockages. Often homeowners can do this task themselves on a seasonal basis and remove spider webs, nesting and built up debris. If you suspect your vent has been damaged call in a professional to inspect, repair or replace the part.
The cost of hiring a chimney sweep for annual inspections and necessary cleaning is minimal when compared to the peace of mind their services offer. You’ll be making sure your family is safe, the fireplace is working well and your home is receiving efficient heat.
From wood burning hearths to gas inserts, stoves and log sets, regular chimney cleaning is an essential maintenance task.
Fireplace Village provides chimney repair, maintenance and cleaning services. Call or email today for a chimney service quote or appointment.
Fireplace Village carries the entire line of Heat & Glo gas hearth appliances. Heat & Glo has an outstanding line of gas fireplaces and gas fireplace inserts. Fireplace Village displays the most popular Heat & Glo products in our New Hampshire showrooms. We provide installation, maintenance and repair service on all Heat & Glo hearth products. Heat & Glo direct vent gas fireplaces are the perfect addition to any room (including basements) in your home. They can be an efficient and cost effective source of localized or zone heating and with the IPI (electronic ignition) option on many of the Heat & Glo products you have the convenience and savings of not having a pilot light consuming fuel. All Heat & Glo products can be run on natural gas or propane. Stop by one of our New Hampshire locations today or email us about scheduling an in home evaluation today.
Your fireplace or wood stove is a source of comfort and provides a relaxing gathering place in your home. Keep your family safe and reduce the potential of dangerous, uncontrolled fires by tackling a natural condition in your hearth – creosote build up.
Creosote is basically the residue left from fire emissions, including tar and soot. As it condensates, a gooey substance sticks to the chimney liner or stove pipe and eventually, with the heat of your fire, turns into a hard glaze that is highly flammable.
After exposure to the high heat of your fire, that substance can ignite and will burn quickly. Should a fire start from creosote in your chimney, it can spread to the rest of your home fast and cause major damage. Even protective products like stove pipe thermometers and smoke detectors are not going to offer much help or warning when a creosote fire starts.
NFPA statistics state that over 3,000 civilian deaths in 2007 were caused by building fires. Many of those were likely a result of creosote build up in the chimney, an unavoidable result of burning wood. Industry experts say that even a 1/8” inch thick layer of creosote is a potential fire hazard and should be removed.
In both masonry and factory built fireplaces and chimneys creosote build up is a danger that needs to be looked after. With annual inspections, a qualified chimney sweep will inspect the level of the substance and determine whether a cleaning should be done. The entire system should also be looked over at that time to check for wear and damage to the area.
There are some products on the market that work to reduce creosote during a wood fire or serve to break down the existing build up into a chalky or dusty material. Although they can be very helpful, these methods and products don’t replace a manual cleaning with rotary tools, brushes and vacuums. Professional chimney sweeps will utilize both tactics to remove the creosote build up and possibly slow down the process after cleaning.
It’s important to note again that creosote cannot be avoided. It’s truly a natural condition of wood and wood pellet burning and if properly managed creosote shouldn’t pose a problem.
Burning smaller, hotter fires in your hearth and using seasoned and dried hardwood for fuel can help to cut down on creosote build up. Regular maintenance will remove the substance, but the very next time you use the fireplace it will begin to collect again. Manage the danger with the help of a professional chimney sweep and fireplace inspector.
Fireplace Village provides chimney inspection and chimney cleaning service. Contact us today to schedule your chimney cleaning appointment.
When updating your existing hearth for better efficiency, a wood burning insert is an excellent choice. The new design features of the Hearthstone Clydesdale wood insert make this model the first choice of many homeowners.
The expansive door has an incredible viewing area with the improved latch and handle system built in, allowing better access and more flexibility with the installation. Now you can set the door to swing open either way, making it ideal for any room and hearth placement.
The blower, which works well for heat distribution, has controls in an accessible location and runs quieter. Add in the sealed convective air chamber for better heating performance and you have a more dependable, enjoyable heat source for your home.
Your family room is filled with memories of time spent together relaxing, enjoying a comfortable place to wind down. A fireplace is a common focal point in this cozy setting. The Heat & Glow FBIN gas insert will transform your existing, outdated hearth into an efficient, yet still classic looking center piece.
Using the patented FireBrick construction, the FBIN insert provides more radiant heat than a metal insert. The wide, clear glass door gives a great view of the detailed, oak-look logs and dazzling flames. All of this can be customized with different fronts and faces, making the Heat & Glo FBIN gas insert a perfect choice for your family room.
Fireplace Village is the largest hearth retailer in New England. Fireplace Village provides installation, maintenance and repair service for most hearth appliances including complete gas appliance service. In addition, we provide safety inspection and chimney cleaning service.
Regular maintenance is a reality with any hearth. Besides making sure your fireplace, wood stove, pellet stove or fireplace insert is clean on the inside and out, looking after the chimney is an essential element in maintenance.
Your chimney is the path taken by all of the emissions and smoke particles making their way outside. Creosote, ash and soot buildup are unavoidable and need to be removed from the chimney to ensure safe operation and optimum efficiency. Glaze can be especially dangerous. But how often is it necessary to clean the chimney and how can you tell when it is?
National Standards
The NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency) states that all chimneys and fireplaces should be inspected once a year and cleaning and repairs should be done as necessary.
For practical purposes that means you should book a Level 1 inspection annually. Expect to pay around $150 – 200 for a qualified inspection. You also need to act on the recommendation of your professional chimney sweep when it comes to cleaning and repairing the area. The costs for cleaning and repairs are based on the circumstances and the level of build up or damage found.
Inspections should be done even if you don’t use the fireplace on a regular basis, just in case animals and birds have made a home in your chimney or weather and age have caused any damage.
Amount of Buildup
Your factory built chimney should be cleaned once you can spot any noticeable build up of creosote. Once it has reached that level, the creosote is a potential fire hazard that can cause damage to the chimney as well as your home.
Open masonry fireplaces should be cleaned once an inspection finds a build-up of 1/8”. If there is glaze found in the chimney (a hard, shiny build up instead of chalky soot), the chimney should be cleaned right away.
Another recommendation in the industry is to have your wood burning fireplace or stove’s chimney cleaned after every cord of fuel is used. It’s also recommended that your chimney be cleaned at least every three years, no matter the level of use. This is done for safety and to ensure that the hearth is ready to go when called into use.
By following the set national standards and the advice of a professional chimney sweep, you can be sure that your fireplace, wood stove or fireplace insert is maintained for safety and the best performance. Investing in regular inspections and taking care of cleaning and repairs as they are found is the smart strategy for homeowners.
Not only will they cause trouble for themselves and require a quick rescue, but critters caught in your chimney also cause damage.
Birds are famous for building their nests inside, blocking the air flow. This causes any number of problems, from carbon monoxide build up to flue blockage and chimney fires.
Mammals like raccoons, mice and squirrels can get inside an unprotected chimney and destroy the flue liner. All animals leave their droppings around, a potential source of dangerous bacteria and noxious odors.
Chimney caps, available in galvanized or stainless steel, are a must for every chimney. They will block animals out and provide good draft and weather protection for your fireplace.
Fireplace Village provides chimney cleaning and and safety inspection service.
Making sure your family is safe within your home is an important responsibility. And taking care of the regular maintenance involved in owning a fireplace, pellet or wood stove is a big part of that responsibility. For very little financial investment your family can rest easy knowing that your home and hearth are operating safely.
The best way to approach regular fireplace and stove maintenance is by hiring a professional chimney sweep. Not only will this individual inspect the condition of your chimney and venting system, but they will remove any potentially dangerous build up and ensure your fireplace or stove is running at peak efficiency.
A Professional Chimney Sweep Has Industry Knowledge
Trying to inspect the chimney system on the fireplace yourself is a difficult proposition. An industry professional will know all of the elements in your particular model, as well as have up to date information from that manufacturer.
If they’re local, they will also know any common problems that occur due to the climate or conditions in your area. Experience and a working relationship with hearth manufacturers give professionals an edge that’s difficult to compete with.
A Professional Chimney Sweep Has the Latest Technology
Chimney sweeping involves dirt and dust. With the latest equipment designed to prevent your home from becoming an unhealthy mess during a cleaning and inspection, professional chimney sweeps make it look easy.
Ask your sweep about the best way to remove the specific build up from your chimney. Both chemical and manual treatments will be used based on the level of creosote in your chimney.
When climbing up on your roof for inspections and repairs, a professional will be trained in safety procedures and do the job quickly and efficiently using the proper equipment. Keep safely on the ground and let the pros tackle any risks.
A Professional Chimney Sweep Has an Eye for Detail
Because a qualified and experienced chimney sweep will have seen any number of hearths and homes, he or she will know exactly what they are looking at. There won’t be any guesswork involved and the sweep will know exactly when cleaning and repairs need to be done.
Small things that can become big problems later and minimal build up that can escalate to maximum danger will be spotted by a professional. Day to day cleaning and tidying of your hearth can certainly be done well by homeowners, but the trained eye of a professional chimney sweep is essential for full maintenance appointments and inspections.
Ask at your fireplace retailer and get referrals from friends and neighbors. Hire a professional chimney sweep to look after your routine maintenance and enjoy your fireplace or wood stove worry free.
Fireplace Village is the only full service stove shop in New England. Fireplace Village sells all hearth appliances and provides installation, repair, cleaning and maintenance services. In addition, we provide gas line connection and hook up service as well as chimney sweeping and cleaning services.
