For homeowners considering a gas fireplace installation, safety may be a concern. A gas fireplace is, in fact, a very safe home utility, provided basic precautions are taken. Muotka Mechanical is one of the most experienced heating contractors in the Anchorage, AK, area. Muotka Mechanical has performed numerous gas line installations and gas fireplace installations. Below they explain important common sense safety tips all gas fireplace owners should abide by.

Anchorage Heating Contractor Provides 4 Gas Furnace Safety Tips

1. Keep Flammable Materials Away

For any fireplace with an open flame, the most important safety concern is that the fire be kept contained within the fireplace. Follow common sense and keep any potentially flammable materials at least three feet away from any wood or gas fireplace.

2. Keep Children & Pets Clear

By the same token, children or pets may not recognize the danger of open flame and should be carefully sequestered away from the fireplace. Younger children should likely be kept away with a physical barrier, while parents might feel comfortable simply explaining the danger to older children.

3. Never Leave the Fire Unattended

Due to some of the same concerns listed above, a fire should not be left burning unattended. While a gas fireplace is designed to burn safely and consistently, it can still be wisest to keep it under supervision any time it is actively burning.

4. Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

For any source of combustion a heating contractor might install, carbon monoxide accumulation can be a concern. Because carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, humans aren’t able to detect its presence, even at dangerous levels. Installing a carbon monoxide detector is the responsible choice for any household that uses any combustion heat source, regardless of the fuel type.

A gas fireplace is ultimately a very safe and reliable heat source for any home, provided that the residents follow a few common sense safety procedures. If you believe a gas fireplace installation could benefit your home, contact Muotka Mechanical. Anchorage’s leader in gas line installation and heating installation can bring the reliable, convenient warmth of a gas fireplace into your home. Find out more about one of Alaska’s best heating contractors by visiting them online or calling (907) 344-8825 today!