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Combustibles mantle too close to fire box or opening home inspectorsCombustibles mantle too close to fire box or opening: Most mantles should be at least 24 inches above the top of the fireplace opening if the mantle is made of combustible materials. Keep things off the mantle that may burn. Closely observe the underside of the mantle at times and make sure it shows no signs of excess heat. Combustibles that are too close to the fire box or opening may include wood trims that are affixed to the face or building framework set too close to a manufactured fireplace assembly. In most cases the inspector would not see the latter situation but may in new construction inspections before the framing is covered. It is recommended that you contact a chimney sweep or a fireplace specialist for an additional opinion and modifications if necessary. Ash clean-out door opening damaged blocked missing Damper inoperative open and gas log installed Creosote buildup in the chimney
File last updated May 21, 2012 * Copyright © 2012 All rights reserved by: Accurate Inspections, Inc. A New Jersey home inspection firm 56 Woodland Drive, Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson) NJ 07424 973-812-5100 providing New Jersey Certified Home Inspections in NJ, by New Jersey Licensed home inspectors. Inspector of record Michael Del Greco, New Jersey Home Inspector License GI 0121.
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