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If solid fuel is burned (and we unequivocally recommend against it), please do not burn pine or the manufactured logs that are commonly found at many stores; dry hardwoods are better, understanding that we unequivocally recommend against burning dry hardwoods as well. Pine and manufactured logs typically burn hotter due to the wood sap present in the materials and typically will increase the soot build-up in the chimney. Also check the spark arrestors on the chimney each and every time before burning anything, particularly after high winds. We recommend burning natural gas.
Inspection, testing, analysis, or functioning of free-standing fireplaces is not within the scope of a home inspection. Such fireplaces can be unique in their installation, operation, and maintenance. |
Recommend evaluation of installation and condition of free-standing fireplaces by qualified fireplace professional.
Recommend consulting with seller concerning location of any manufacturer installation, user, safety, or operating guides for free-standing fireplaces or prefabricated fireplaces. Recommend consulting with seller concerning most recent inspection and service/maintenance and further evaluation by a qualified fireplace professional if it cannot be proven that fireplace has been inspected within the past twelve months. Recommend annual inspections by a qualified fireplace professional. Recommend complete Level II inspection prior to the close of escrow by a qualified professional. Recommend not burning solid fuel in fireplaces due to fire hazards. |
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