How Do You Convert A Wood Fireplace To Gas?
Converting a wood burning fireplace to gas allows you to start a fire with the flip of a switch and makes ash cleanup a thing of the past. Keeping the warmth and appeal of a wood burning fireplace with a gas alternative requires planning and careful installation. Knowing what you need and how to install it make a gas burning fireplace a reality. Contact the local building code agency and acquire the proper permits to allow the conversion to a gas fireplace. Get a complete list of code requirements to ensure the conversion meets specifications. Clean and inspect the chimney for damage and verify gas capable lining exists. Have the chimney professionally lined if necessary and permanently open the damper by removing the damper wing or door by unscrewing the hinges. Locate the nearest available gas line and determine the easiest route to the fireplace. Outside walls enable easy connections while interior wall conversions require the removal of drywall to run a new gas line in many cases.
