7 Things That Mean You Need Fireplace Maintenance Fast
Have you been searching for ‘fireplace maintenance near me’ recently? If so, you’ve probably noticed a few things about your fireplace that might be concerning. At Core Fireplace & Grills, it is our mission to educate those in Northern California and the surrounding areas what to look for so we can help keep you safe and comfortable in your home.
Whether you’ve got an older home or a newly-built one, keeping up with fireplace maintenance is extremely important for your health or safety. Wood-burning or gas, we details the 7 things that mean you need us to come out for fireplace maintenance fast!
- Smoke is filling your home
When your fireplace is functioning as it should, you get the warmth of that fire. What you shouldn’t be getting is a room full of smoke when you’re burning wood. You know what they say about smoke…when you see it, there’s fire. Even with a fire burning in your fireplace though, that doesn’t mean smoke should be coming into your home. Check your damper and if it’s opened and the problem persists, call us immediately.
- There are cracks
When you see cracks in your fireplace, that’s a job for Core Fireplace & Grills. Our experts know which mortar to use to seal it and can check for deeper damage to keep you safe.
- Pilot light problems
Your gas fireplace has a pilot light just like a gas furnace. You can troubleshoot according to the manual but if it won’t stay lit even after you walk through those instructions, something is definitely wrong. It could be the thermopile or a case of faulty wiring, but if that pilot light won’t work after troubleshooting, call us right away to take care of it.
- Putrid smell
More specifically, if it starts to smell like rotten eggs or you hear a hissing sound (or both!) that indicates a gas leak. This is incredibly dangerous and requires you to get out of your home immediately. Take all loved ones and pets, get out, and call 911. Once the leak is contained, call us and we will fix your fireplace.
- More soot than necessary
In a wood-burning fireplace, when soot builds up, you’ll want to have us come clean it to keep things fresh. But in a gas fireplace, you shouldn’t see lots of soot. If you do, it’s a sign of buildup and we’ll be happy to come clean that up!
- It randomly turns on and off
When gas fireplaces malfunction, they turn on and off. This is a safety feature though it’s very annoying when you just want to enjoy your fireplace. Don’t try to play guessing games. If your gas fireplace won’t stay on when you turn it on, Core Fireplace & Grills will get it working right again.
- Simple wear and tear
It’s only natural that over the years, your gas fireplace will need regular maintenance like any appliance in your home. Even wood-burning fireplaces need to be well-maintained for your safety. We recommend scheduling fireplace maintenance and service once a year to give you perfect peace of mind every time you light it up.
And of course, if anything seems off any time of year, contact us immediately so we can keep you safe. Those gas connections can lead to dangerous leaks if they are compromised and with wood, proper log placement should be taking place for safe and effective fires. Don’t put yourself and your family at risk. Call Core Fireplace & Grills today!