Gas Fireplaces

If you’re looking to replace the fireplace in your home, Builder Guide will have a company listed suitable for your need whether it’s to supply and install a new fitment, install a new structure you’ve already purchased, or to conduct a service or repair on your existing heat source.

Gas Fireplaces

Installation of gas fires is critical to safety and performance and for some years now it has been the law that they must be commissioned by a Gas Safe Registered installer.

There are three different styles of gas fireplaces: the direct vent model, the top vent design, and the vent-free model.

A direct vent gas fireplace uses two pipes that lead directly to the outside with one pipe using combustion air from the outside while the other vents the exhaust gas.

A top vent design can be installed into an existing fireplace and uses the metal or brick chimney as the exhaust vent. The combustion air for top vent fireplaces is drawn from inside the home.

A vent-free gas fireplace model uses no exhaust vent. This type includes an oxygen-depletion sensor that turns off the gas if it senses a health-affecting lack of oxygen inside the house.

Fireplaces Supply & Installation

A gas fireplace installation has three primary components: the gas piping into the home, the installation of the fireplace and flue system and the wiring in a switch, plug and thermostat.

The work required to fit a gas fireplace needs the skills of a trained and qualified Gas Safe Registered installer.

Builder Guide offers services and products from accredited regional and national gas fireplace fitters so you can compare quotes for a new fireplace and fitting from a number of providers. Because we have a whole range of suppliers and fitters, we can not only offer competitive price options but also a wider range of fireplaces to choose from. Prices will be subject to the size of the job, potential conversions from the previous fireplace and any building work that could be required to fit the desired gas unit.

Fireplaces Installation Only

A gas fireplace installation has three primary components: the gas piping into the home, the installation of the fireplace and flue system and the wiring in a switch, plug and thermostat. So it is vital to have a trained fitter to carry out this sort of job.

Builder Guide offers the services of a number of local, regional and national gas fireplace fitters. Each firm registered with Builder Guide has to be Gas Safe Registered and employ the services of Gas Safe Registered installers.

Because we offer a number of firms ranging from large nationwide companies to skilled and trained local fitters in your area, Builder Guide gives you the chance to choose the service best suited to you and your budget.

Gas Fireplaces Service

A gas fireplace service should always be carried out by a Gas Safe Registered technician and you are recommended to get a fireplace serviced once a year before the winter months when the unit is likely to be in heavy usage.

The service will include checking fan operation, cleaning the pilot and burners, checking the gas pilot safety system, ensuring the ignition and combustion is working correctly, visually checking the chimney, checking the ventilation system and thoroughly cleaning the unit with the correct products.

Builder Guide has both nationwide and regional Gas Safe Registered firms who can offer servicing quotes for your gas fireplace on request.

Gas Fireplaces Repair

There can be various reasons for why your gas fireplace may not be working, with some potentially being hazardous. And unless you are a trained technician, carrying out your own repairs on a gas fireplace is not recommended.

You’ll need the services of a trained Gas Safe Registered technician to carry out this job for you. Fortunately, there are many energy suppliers, large nationwide home cover specialists, fireplace focussed companies and local technicians who can carry out a repair job for you.

We can offer you quotes from a number of reputable firms, both large and small, national and regional, so you can get the best deal.