Gas or wood, fireplace repair services, and inspections should be routine parts of your annual home upkeep. Just as you would call plumbing services to deal with leaky pipes or water heater installations, so too should you regularly consult fireplace repair service. According to the Statistics Database, leaky faucets may be more common, and nearly one in every 10 homes has a leak somewhere, but the risks of unsafe fireplaces are far greater. Here are the top three reasons you should have your fireplace routinely inspected.

Gas Leaks

Unless the water is particularly spoiling or rotting something in our home, we cannot smell a water leak. Our only hope is to hear or see it. Gas leaks can be smelled almost immediately, as well as heard, and pose a far greater threat. Ignition can occur and, depending on the amount of gas that has been released, great damage could be done to your home and family. Be sure to have your valves and meters checked upon each inspection.

Proximity Of Combustible Materials

Many of us would be astonished by the number of items in our home that are potential fire hazards. Cozy blankets, pet beds, spare firewood, furniture, and books, all of which make for a relaxing environment, particularly on a snowy day, can all catch flame and risk severe damage to your home. These items should be kept away from the fireplace whenever not in use, even if your home has a gas fireplace.

Installation Issues

You can never go wrong with having the ignition mechanism on your fireplace checked regularly, to ensure no leaks pose a risk, but there are other overlooked components that also deserve attention. The valve installation for a fireplace must be the proper valve for that specific unit. If there was a mistake made during the valve installation, then hazardous charges could pass through the valve. This could ultimately damage other components in the heating system. To ensure your fireplace was properly installed, contact a professional to check for common issues. The safer every facet of your home fireplace is, the more relaxing it will be.

Santa Rosa, California's Maple Service provides assistance with everything under the sun in your home. Plumbing, fireplaces, furnaces, and water heaters are all under one umbrella of expertise. If you need your heating or plumbing system inspected, contact us today!