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Common Problems with Gas Fireplaces – Part 2

Gas Fireplace MaintenanceA gas fireplace is a genuine convenience for many homeowners due to their low maintenance requirements; but there are various problems that can come up.

Strange Noises. It is normal for your gas fireplace to make some sounds which is no cause for alarm. When you start to hear to experience operating issues and hear different noises at the same time you should do some investigating to determine the cause.

  • If you hear a roaring sound only when the pilot light is on, it could be because the flame is not properly adjusted.
  • If you hear a similar rumbling sound but with the burners on, it usually means that the burners are dirty and need to be cleaned.

A shrieking or grinding noise is most likely caused by a blower, which is not included on all gas fireplaces. Older fan systems are sometimes very noisy; newer technology has improved upon fans and the amount of noise they create.

Soot. Soot is a product of unburned fuel. Unvented gas fireplaces should never produce soot; if they do, have your appliance checked by a professional. It is more normal for a vented fireplace to produce soot, but it should be minimal. Possible solutions to excess soot include:

  • A flame that produces a lot of soot typically contains too much fuel mixed with too-little oxygen. Adjust the air setting.
  • Adjust your damper to ensure proper draft.
  • Be sure your chimney is not obstructed, such as with leaves, a bird’s nest, or other types of debris.
  • Make sure the combustion screen is free and clear of soot.
  • Make sure embers and logs are aligned according to instructions.

Strange Odors. You should never smell raw gas coming from your gas fireplace which smells like sulfur. If you do smell gas, call the fire department immediately as well as your gas provider. Odors can also be caused by the following:

  • Smelly FireplaceDust, pet dander, and dirt that gets inside the burner or other internal fireplace components can create odors; this is more common in ventless gas fireplaces.
  • If the glass on the gas fireplace door is improperly sealed, the result could be that odors are released into your home. Be sure glass fasteners and clips are properly in place and that the glass is sealed against the face of the fireplace.
  • Sometimes objects placed around the fireplace on the floor or mantelpiece can cause odors when heated. If you think that is the possible cause, remove the objects one at a time to see if there is no longer an odor when one of them is removed.

Dirty Glass. The glass doors on gas fireplaces tend to develop a cloudy white haze over time. The result is that the fire becomes more difficult to see. You may not need to replace the glass to restore the new look of your gas fireplace. Gas fireplace glass cleaners are available, and these are the only types of cleaners you should use for this purpose, to effectively remove the calcium deposits and leave behind a protective coating which helps to prevent future buildup. It can harm the glass coating to use ammonia-based cleaners, which is why you should never use them on your gas fireplace.

Contact our chimney professionals, who have experience troubleshooting and repairing gas fireplace problems.

Northeastern Chimney, Inc.
formerly Nayaug Chimney Services, LLC
37 Cody Street, West Hartford, CT 06110
Phone: 860-233-5770

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Common Problems with Gas Fireplaces – Part 2

Gas Fireplace MaintenanceA gas fireplace is a genuine convenience for many homeowners due to their low maintenance requirements; but there are various problems that can come up.

Strange Noises. It is normal for your gas fireplace to make some sounds which is no cause for alarm. When you start to hear to experience operating issues and hear different noises at the same time you should do some investigating to determine the cause.

  • If you hear a roaring sound only when the pilot light is on, it could be because the flame is not properly adjusted.
  • If you hear a similar rumbling sound but with the burners on, it usually means that the burners are dirty and need to be cleaned.

A shrieking or grinding noise is most likely caused by a blower, which is not included on all gas fireplaces. Older fan systems are sometimes very noisy; newer technology has improved upon fans and the amount of noise they create.

Soot. Soot is a product of unburned fuel. Unvented gas fireplaces should never produce soot; if they do, have your appliance checked by a professional. It is more normal for a vented fireplace to produce soot, but it should be minimal. Possible solutions to excess soot include:

  • A flame that produces a lot of soot typically contains too much fuel mixed with too-little oxygen. Adjust the air setting.
  • Adjust your damper to ensure proper draft.
  • Be sure your chimney is not obstructed, such as with leaves, a bird’s nest, or other types of debris.
  • Make sure the combustion screen is free and clear of soot.
  • Make sure embers and logs are aligned according to instructions.

Strange Odors. You should never smell raw gas coming from your gas fireplace which smells like sulfur. If you do smell gas, call the fire department immediately as well as your gas provider. Odors can also be caused by the following:

  • Smelly FireplaceDust, pet dander, and dirt that gets inside the burner or other internal fireplace components can create odors; this is more common in ventless gas fireplaces.
  • If the glass on the gas fireplace door is improperly sealed, the result could be that odors are released into your home. Be sure glass fasteners and clips are properly in place and that the glass is sealed against the face of the fireplace.
  • Sometimes objects placed around the fireplace on the floor or mantelpiece can cause odors when heated. If you think that is the possible cause, remove the objects one at a time to see if there is no longer an odor when one of them is removed.

Dirty Glass. The glass doors on gas fireplaces tend to develop a cloudy white haze over time. The result is that the fire becomes more difficult to see. You may not need to replace the glass to restore the new look of your gas fireplace. Gas fireplace glass cleaners are available, and these are the only types of cleaners you should use for this purpose, to effectively remove the calcium deposits and leave behind a protective coating which helps to prevent future buildup. It can harm the glass coating to use ammonia-based cleaners, which is why you should never use them on your gas fireplace.

Contact our chimney professionals, who have experience troubleshooting and repairing gas fireplace problems.

Northeastern Chimney, Inc.
formerly Nayaug Chimney Services, LLC
37 Cody Street, West Hartford, CT 06110
Phone: 860-233-5770

Chimney Inspections in Hartford, Glastonbury, 06001 Avon, 06002 Bloomfield, 06006 Windsor, 06010 Bristol, 06010 Forestville, 06011 Bristol, 06016 East Windsor, 06019 Canton, 06023 East Berlin, 06025 East Glastonbury, 06029 Ellington, 06030 Farmington, 06032 Farmington, 06033 Glastonbury, 06034 Farmington, 06035 Granby, 06037 Berlin, 06040 Manchester, 06041, 06042, 06043 Bolton, 06043, 06045, 06050 New Britain, 06051, 06051, 06052, 06053, 06066 Rockville, 06067 Rocky Hill, 06070 Simbury, 06071 Somers, 06074 South Windsor, 06078 Suffield, 06080, 06081 Simsbury, 06082 Enfield, 06083, 06084 Tolland, 06085 Farmington, 06088 East Windsor. 06089, 06090 Granby, 06092, 06093, 06095 Windsor, 06096 Windsor Locks, Hartford, 06105 West Hartford, 06106, 06107, 06108 East Hartford, 06109 Wethersfield, 06110 Elmwood, 06110, 06111 Newington, 06117, 06118, 06119, 06127, 06128, 06129, 06131 Newington, 06133 Elmwood, 06133 West Hartford, 06138, 06226 Willimantic, 06232 Andover, 06247 Hampton, 06248 Hebron, 06249 Lebanon, 06447 East Hampton, 06447 Marlborough, 06450 Meriden, 06451,06455 Middlefield, 06457 Middletown, 06459, 06475 Old Saybrook, 06480 Portland and many more CT towns

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