Electric Fireplace Maintenance

Fireplace Maintenance

Q: What are some options available in the market to clean fireplace glass?

A: As shown in the video...

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Applications: Fire place glass

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Relevant Background: "An electric fireplace is an electric heater that mimics a fireplace burning coal, wood, or natural gas. Electric fireplaces are often placed in conventional fireplaces, which can then no longer be used for conventional fires. They plug into the wall, and can run on a "flame only" setting, or can be used as a heater, typically consuming 1.4-1.6 kW, that can heat a 400 sq ft (37 m²) room...." ("Electric Fireplace", https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_fireplace)
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Relevant statistics on fireplace related carbon monoxide accidents: "According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “During 2010–2015, a total of 2,244 deaths resulted from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, with the highest numbers of deaths each year occurring in winter months. In 2015, a total of 393 deaths resulting from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning occurred, with 36% of the deaths occurring in December, January, or February.” In 2018, the CDC reported: “More than 400 people in the U.S. die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning every year. More than 20,000 visit the emergency room, and more than 4,000 others are hospitalized.... While there are many potential sources of such exposure, including certain appliances and devices, motor vehicles and wood stoves, gas fireplaces are a common culprit to be aware of.." ("Can a Gas Fireplace Cause Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?", https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.gensecurity.com/blog/can-a-gas-fireplace-cause-carbon-monoxide-poisoning%3fhs_amp=true)
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Relevant material on gas leaks: « "If you smell gas, or there is no ignition, this indicates a problem with your gas fireplace that you should not try to fix on your own. It’s easy to smell natural gas because of its distinctive “rotten eggs” smell. If you look at the piping underneath and see any obstructions, they can cause little or no flow of gas. This will not turn on your gas fireplace and can lead to gas leaks. If you smell the odor, immediately deactivate the valve, vent your home, and call your local gas fireplace specialist. In addition to piping problems, the natural gas smell can be caused by dust, pet dander and dirt that gets inside the burner or other fireplace components. Gas leaks are also caused by the glass on your fireplace door not being properly sealed. If the smell of gas is strong, call the fire department and your gas provider immediately, and evacuate your home." ("MOST COMMON PROBLEMS WITH GAS FIREPLACES", https://www.firstchoicechimney.net/blog/most-common-problems-with-gas-fireplaces/)
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Relevant Material on Fireplace Maintenance: "Like changing your furnace filters, visiting the dentist, and getting the seasonal tires changed, cleaning the glass on your gas fireplace is one of those things you need to do a couple of times per year. Find out how easy it is to clean the glass on your direct vent gas fireplace. Adding this little chore to your annual maintenance routine will ensure your fireplace will provide warmth, light, and memorable moments for years to come.... While gas fireplaces are nearly low maintenance, there is still at least one thing you need to do on a regular basis. That’s cleaning the glass. This ensures that you know how well your fireplace is performing and extends the life of your fireplace because it can alert you to any issues it may be having otherwise. ... One of the reasons you may need to clean the glass on your gas fireplace is that sometimes a hazy grey-white film can build up..." ("HOW TO CLEAN THE GLASS ON YOUR GAS FIREPLACE", https://www.napoleon.com/en/ca/fireplaces/how-clean-glass-your-gas-fireplace) *** Relevant statistics: "Heating equipment is a leading cause of fires in U.S. homes. Local fire departments responded to an estimated average of 52,050 fires involving heating equipment each year in 2012-2016. These fires resulted in annual losses of 490 civilian deaths, 1,400 civilian injuries, and $1 billion in direct property damage. The homes include one- and two-family homes (including manufactured homes) and apartments (including townhouses and other multi-family dwellings). Space heaters are the type of heating equipment most often involved in home heating fires, figuring in two of every five of these fires and accounting for 86% of associated civilian deaths, 78% of civilian injuries, and 54% of direct property damage.Heating equipment fires accounted for 15% of all reported home fires in 2012-2016 (second behind cooking) and 19% of home fire deaths. The leading factor contributing to home heating fires (27%) was failure to clean, principally from solid-fueled heating equipment, primarily chimneys...The leading factor contributing to ignition for home heating fire deaths (54%) was heating equipment too close to things that can burn, such as upholstered furniture, clothing, mattress, or bedding.Most home heating fire deaths (86%) involved stationary or portable space heaters" ("Home Fires Involving Heating Equipment", https://www.nfpa.org/News-and-Research/Data-research-and-tools/US-Fire-Problem/Heating-equipment) ***
Relevant Coverage:
a. Liability for body injury and property damage , liability of children, liability of animals, liability of landlord for property maintenance and liability of a tenant for any property damage, liability of a cleaning or property management business
b. Broad property coverage that covers fire
c. Travel & health
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