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Construction Defect Repair

We specialize in every aspect of prefabricated fireplace repair. These repairs can be performed on single and multi-family buildings.

If it has been determined that a fireplace or multiple fireplaces have been improperly installed or have had non-manufacturer approved components installed on them, we can help you with that.

Here are some of the common construction defects we see:

Insufficient Clearances between Fireplaces and Combustible Materials

Insufficient clearances between fireplaces and combustible materials can be a serious construction defect. The construction, placement, chosen material, and other aspects of fireplaces have to adhere to certain regulations and building codes. These regulations and building codes are in place to look out for the safety of the inhabitants of a building. They can be strict but they do serve a public purpose. Not being compliant with these restrictions can result in a hazardous situation. Insufficient clearances between fireplaces and combustible materials are fire hazards.

Use of Non-Approved Decorative Chimney Terminations

Use of non-approved decorative chimney terminations is a common problem that many homeowners may have, unbeknownst to them. A construction defect like this may only become evident to a homeowner when there are some obvious issues, such as excessive smoke collection or when the fire cannot escape and/or have room to breathe. If you are having issues with the functioning of your fireplace and chimney you may need to verify that use of non-approved decorative chimney terminations is not the issue.

Non-manufacturer approved accessories installed into fireplace

Due to the strict requirements and testing process, some manufacturers require that only manufacturer approved parts be used in conjunction with their fireplaces. By using aftermarket glass doors, refractories and other fireplace components that aren’t approved by the original manufacturer, there is a risk of voiding the UL listing and the warranty, creating a liability issue for the person or person(s) providing the services or even for the homeowner.

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