New vented gas fireplaces installed in Las Olas Isles
Choose the appliance with its vent route and room in view, not from a picture alone.
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Situations that lead to a new gas unit
- Cabinetry planned around the fireplace
- A particular look chosen for the wall
- Controls you would like to update
- Moving the fireplace to a different wall
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Choosing, framing and venting a gas unit
Mantels and wall projections above the unit
Manuals for built-in gas fireplaces set rules for mantels and other projections above and beside the opening. The rules depend on the material and on how far the projection stands out. Combustible and painted surfaces are treated differently from noncombustible ones.
If you plan a mantel, shelf or projecting surround, share the design before it is built. We compare it with the manual's figures for the chosen model and explain what fits. Mantel work is not part of our service, but we check that the finished detail matches the appliance's requirements before the unit is commissioned.
Roof terminations with flashing and a listed cap
A vent that ends on the roof must pass through roof flashing, a roof jack or a thimble, the fuel gas code says. It must also end with a listed cap or roof assembly. Manuals and vent makers add a storm collar sealed to the pipe above the flashing.
We plan the roof exit to meet the manual's height rules for the roof pitch and nearby walls. Flashing is matched to the roof covering, and the storm collar is sealed as the vent instructions show. Where roofing work beyond the flashing is needed, a roofer handles it as a separate item.
Hot termination caps near walkways
Termination caps get hot while the fireplace runs. One manual warns that caps can cause burns. It asks installers to consider how close a cap sits to doors, traffic areas and places where people gather, such as sidewalks, decks and patios. Listed cap shields are offered for some models.
We look at how the outside space is used when choosing the exit point. A cap beside a path or seating area may need a different position or a listed shield. Where a shield is used, it comes from the maker's accessory list for that vent system.
Power vent kits for difficult routes
Some manufacturers offer power vent kits for certain models, allowing routes that would not work with natural draft or a standard direct-vent run. A power vent adds a fan, its own electrical supply and its own installation rules.
One manual asks for a safety inspection of the venting system before and after a power vent is installed. It also requires the power vent to be reachable through an access panel. We explain whether a power vent is listed for your model and what it adds to the project before you decide.
Appliance, vent and framing items for your gas unit
- Termination position against listed clearances
- Attic insulation shield where the route needs one
- Electrical requirement noted for an electrician
- Wall or roof penetration sealed
What people ask about new gas fireplaces
Do I need an electrician for a gas fireplace installation?
Often, because many models need household power for ignition, a blower or lighting. The manual states the requirement. If a new circuit is needed, an electrician installs it, and we coordinate the timing with the appliance work.
Does the installation include the barrier screen and glass?
Yes. The barrier screen and glass assembly supplied with the unit are fitted as the manual shows. They are part of the appliance rather than optional trim, and the unit is not handed over without them.
Is a decorative gas fireplace different from a heater-rated one?
Yes. Vented decorative fireplaces are listed to ANSI Z21.50, while vented fireplace heaters are listed to ANSI Z21.88. If warmth matters as much as the look, we point you toward heater-rated models during selection.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding masonry.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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Copperfield Chimney Supply 
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