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What to Do When Your Gas Fireplace Won’t Light

One of the best benefits of a gas fireplace is the convenience. They’re easy to light, usually requiring just the flip of a switch, and they need very little maintenance. Because they require little maintenance, it’s not a big deal to schedule an annual inspection, but what can you do when you have a problem in between service appointments?

Troubleshooting Your Gas Fireplace

If your gas fireplace doesn’t light when you follow directions for a successful light, then it’s time to troubleshoot. Many homeowners appreciate gas fireplaces because they don’t have to mess with them. Many are even afraid of them, glad the professionals can handle it. Your gas fireplace will not hurt you if it isn’t lighting. On the contrary, you may be able to fix it yourself, if it’s a minor problem.
First, check the gas connection. Are you low on gas, or has your gas service lapsed? If that doesn’t work, you’ll need to purge the pilot line by holding the pilot button down for about one to three minutes. The owner’s manual for your appliance may have a specific way to purge the pilot line. If the pilot is still failing to light, there may be dust, dirt, or other debris between the igniter and thermocouple. Wipe the area thoroughly, just as you would when you’re regularly dusting—paying close attention to the area around the pilot light.

Read Your Owner’s Manual

Your particular model may have a specific troubleshooting guide in case you have a problem with your appliance. If you’re having difficulty lighting your fireplace, and you haven’t had it serviced in the last 12 months, now is the time to call the professionals. Only a professional can take apart and clean a gas fireplace, inspect each part, and ensure it’s safe for use. The saying ‘better safe than sorry’ applies especially to fire appliances. Calling a fireplace expert may protect your home from fire, save you money in the long run, and preserve your warranty.

How your fireplace works may play a part in lighting issues. If your gas fireplace pilot is lighting, but the rest of the burners aren’t igniting, you may have a venting issue, dirty surfaces plugging the burners, or a faulty thermocouple and thermopile.

The Importance of Hiring a Professional

The best way to get the most out of your fireplace is to hire a professional for installation, maintenance, and repairs. Problems can commonly occur with gas fireplaces when they’re installed incorrectly. Especially when they aren’t maintained properly. Call Beach Stove and Fireplace to find a solution to your gas fireplace ignition problem. We will inspect and repair your fireplace, even if we didn’t sell or install it. We offer prompt services year-round, and we’ll make sure your fireplace is back to keep you warm in no time.

Call Beach Stove and Fireplace at 631-998-0780.

The Benefits of a Pellet Stove

There are many fire products that homeowners can benefit from during this time of year. Depending on where you live, you may be burning a fire every single day, so it’s important to use a product that is dependable, efficient, and convenient. At Beach Stove & Fireplace, one of our most popular products is the pellet stove—and for good reason.

Easy to Install

When you choose a free-standing pellet stove, it can be installed nearly anywhere, when installed by a professional. The pellet stove may be piped through the wall, or the ceiling, allowing it to be installed in a variety of spaces. A professional can install firebrick and refractory materials to allow for a corner installation as well.

Eco-Friendly

Pellet stoves and inserts burn only manufactured pellets, which are made of organic wood waste. Pellet stoves are rated as some of the most efficient stoves on the market, producing less hazardous chemicals into the environment, and using less wood. In fact, pellet stoves burn about 15 percent more efficiently than wood stoves.

Convenient

Pellet stoves may be the closest thing to gas-burning stoves when it comes to convenience. Many models of pellet stoves have an igniter that lights your fire, and a pellet hopper that feeds the fire. All you have to do to have a gorgeous and warm fire is use the igniter, and keep the hopper filled with pellets. This allows you to leave the house or go to bed and the hopper continues to feed the fire, allowing for a consistent flame and temperature.

A Variety of Styles

Whether you are looking for a traditional, cast-iron style stove, or a sleek contemporary look, we have a pellet stove for you. You can choose a style that complements your living space, including your furnishings and home décor. The type of refractory materials you choose can further complement your scheme and your stove.

Choose Beach Stove and Fireplace

Start with a professional, and we’ll help you choose the best product for your tastes and your needs. Don’t have much space to work with? We have a pellet stove that will fit your space. Only want to heat periodically? We have smaller capacity stoves that won’t run you out of your house. Talk to a pellet stove expert now by calling Beach Stove and Fireplace at 631-998-0780. We put safety and efficiency first, so we only carry the best products. After we install them, we also service and repair pellet stoves.

Come by our showroom, and you can see these products in action. Check out our pellet stove brochures and get an idea of the products we’re proud to sell and install.

Check Out Our Top Brands Today

At Beach Stove and Fireplace, we are proud to carry the best brands and products on the market, including, ICC Chimney, Monessen, Renaissance Fireplaces, RSF, Thelin, Kozy Heat, DutchWest, Regency, Hampton, and Ortal. We sell and install wood-burning, gas, pellet, and even outdoor appliances. We are proud to not only carry the most efficient gas and pellet appliances on the market, but now the most efficient wood-burning fireplaces as well. The environment is important to us here at Beach Stove and Fireplace, and it’s our goal to provide products that impact the environment less than before.

RSF High-Efficiency Fireplaces 

RSF wood-burning units adhere to strict emissions and particulate testing. They’re great for the environment and great for the homeowner. These units allow for ductwork and fans to heat entire homes with one beautiful fireplace. RSF offers models featuring panoramic views, styles ranging from rugged to contemporary, and models approved for mobile homes. RSF fireplaces burn longer than other fireplaces on a single load of wood. They are so efficient, they produce almost no creosote and very little soot and ashes, requiring less frequent cleaning and maintenance. RSF fireplaces come with accessories to match your tastes, your style, and your needs. They can be connected with your masonry chimney, and can even be converted to gas. When you call Beach Stove & Fireplace to find out more about RSF Fireplaces, ask about the RSF 30-year comprehensive warranty.

Visit Us Today

Advances in technology and fire science have resulted in fireplaces that release no more emissions than the forest does naturally. The fireplace isn’t just a decorative piece, it can heat the entire house. They are easy to install, convert, and use. Now, one fireplace can last the life of your house. You can purchase and have one installed before winter is over! Visit our showroom at 381-8 Old Riverhead Road in Westhampton Beach, and see these stoves and fireplaces in action. A fireplace and chimney expert is also available to answer questions online.

Throw it Away! Don’t Burn Your Wrapping Paper

Christmas is only days away, and with it comes family, fun, and festivities. In many homes across America, Christmas also means a fire in the hearth. Gift-giving and merriment are made even better with a crackling fire in the fireplace, and we agree. It’s our goal at Beach Stove and Fireplace to not only make sure your fire is crackling and warm, but also safe. As licensed, certified, and insured chimney sweeps, we offer professional services to keep your chimney safe. Having a professional install, service, repair, and inspect your fire appliances is the best way to stay safe. It’s our job to take care of the chimney. It’s important that homeowners do their part by remembering fireplace safety on the big day. Don’t let a disaster ruin your Christmas.

The Problem with Wrapping Paper

The least popular task after a big get-together is definitely clean-up. If you’re sitting around a fire for your gift exchange, it seems like no big deal to toss the wrapping paper right into the fireplace. Don’t do it. Wrapping paper is made of chemical compounds that color the paper. These compounds commonly contain high levels of toxic metal. When burned, the chemicals react with the paper, causing hazardous gases to be released. It’s best to burn only appropriate fuel in your fireplace and to practice safe habits all winter long. 

• Only burn firewood in your fireplace.

Light items like pine needles (Christmas tree pieces), leaves, and paper can rise up the flue while aflame. This can lead to flue fires as well as roof and yard fires when flames escape the chimney. The only thing that should go into your fireplace is seasoned firewood. If you have a gas fireplace, you should never burn items in your fireplace. Gas fireplaces are designed to only burn gas. Some gas fireplaces don’t even require a chimney, so burning paper will release smoke and particle pollution directly into your house.

• Keep wrapping paper away from the hearth.

During the merriment of Christmas morning, wrapping paper can get too close to the fireplace and light unintentionally. Be safe by keeping your glass doors or screen closed. Not only will it keep unwanted items out of the fire, but it will prevent children from being burned, and guests from adjusting your fire.

Other Ways to Stay Safe this Christmas

Make sure that your family has a happy and healthy holiday season by having a safe fire.

• Install carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms throughout your home and check batteries regularly.
• Discuss fireplace safety with guests and children. Never leave a fire unattended or leave children unattended with a fire.
• Plan a fire escape with two ways out of your house, and practice it with your family.
• Use appropriate fireplace tools and accessories designed to assist with fireplace tasks. You should choose a fire poker and shovel with long handles to avoid burns. Avoid leaning over a fire, and keep loose clothing and hair away from open flames.

Your fireplace will be the star of the show in the coming weeks. Don’t hesitate to light your fireplace throughout the festivities. Prevent property loss, injury, and even death by practicing fire safety this season.

Black Friday is Over, But Our Sales are Not!

Americans spent the better part of November 24th in the thick of retail sales. Black Friday is the largest sales day of the year, and now it’s a several-day-affair, followed by small business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday. While the frenzy of Black Friday may be over, there are still sales worth seeing! Homeowners enjoy fireplaces this time of year more than ever, and there is still a chance for you to find your dream fireplace at Beach Stove and Fireplace before winter.

Beach Stove and Fireplace Deals

Beach Stove and Fireplace frequently marks products down to a price we like to call “too good to pass up for the right person.” You can frequently find these deals when you visit our shop during regular business hours (9am-5pm) Monday through Friday, and 10am-5pm on Saturdays. Ask an associate about current sales and clearance products. Any of our fireplace experts can show you around and explain the benefits of each of our hearth products.

Current Products on Sale or Clearance

Whether you want a gas or wood-burning appliance, Beach Stove and Fireplace currently has a deal for you. We even have gas grills, and outdoor products.

• Heavy-Duty Camp Fire Ring – Available now, and nearly half-off. Despite cooling temperatures, this fireplace ring can still add to your outside festivities through the holidays, and encourage guests to spend time outside.
• Outdoor Torches – Both the Patio Heat Torch and Portable Tempest Torch produce heat enough to warm guests during a quiet evening outside, and at affordable prices.
• Infrared Gas Grills – Our Sales and Clearance Corner currently has two beautiful stainless-steel infrared gas grill models available. These Texas Sizzler infrared gas grills are made in the USA, have superior reviews, and stellar performance. See our store for pricing.
• Thelin Parlor Wood Stove – Burns firewood and features a large glass door so that you can view the beautiful flames. Whoever takes home this stove will save nearly $800!
• Gas Insert – The Monessen ILDV40 Gas Insert is quite the steal for any homeowner looking to raise efficiency or give the existing fireplace a facelift. This fireplace is retro-fitted directly into the existing fireplace and is a highly efficient unit, working more like a stove than a fireplace. This insert is even more efficient because it burns gas, the most efficient fuel available. It is marked down a total of $999, and you can take it home for just $1,700.

Contact Us

If you’re shopping for a new hearth product, look no further than our Sales and Clearance Corner, where you’ll find some of the best products on the market at an affordable price. Stop in today and you can have your fireplace installed before Christmas!

Beach Stove and Fireplace wants to help you have the fireplace of your dreams. We sell, install, and service fireplaces, stoves, and inserts. We’re CSIA certified and certified by the National Fireplace Institute.

Call or stop by today.

Custom Glass Fireplace Doors

When you are decorating for the holidays or cleaning the house to make room for guests this season, it’s the perfect time to make changes to your fireplace. If you’re tired of the drab look of your old masonry fireplace, or want to upgrade your old insert, you don’t have to buy a whole new system. Custom glass doors can be just the thing your fireplace is missing. Not only do glass doors offer a fireplace face-lift, but also have great benefits that will save you time and money!

Save Energy with Custom Glass Doors

Conditioned air and heated air is lost up the chimney year-round, costing homeowners hundreds of dollars each year in wasted utilities. Glass doors close tightly, preventing drafts that affect the home’s temperature. They also raise efficiency of the fireplace by twice, meaning less wood has to be burned to reach a desired temperature.

Upgrade Your Fireplace with Custom Glass Doors

One of the biggest complaints we see at Beach Stove and Fireplace are homeowners unhappy with unsightly louvers. That’s why we install custom glass doors that cover them, so you don’t have to see them. You can choose glass doors that complement your décor and personality and completely transform your old insert or fireplace at the same time.

Control Heat and Fire with Custom Glass Doors

If you don’t have a gas fireplace, you don’t have the convenience of temperature control or an easy on/off switch. When you have custom glass doors, though, you can control your fire by closing the doors and keeping the sparks, smoke, and heat inside. This is also a great way to decrease the heat quickly when your house is full and temps are rising. Glass doors still allow ambient heat into the room, however, so you can still benefit from your fire.

Keep Children and Pets Safe with Custom Glass Doors

When the fire is out, close your glass doors so that small animals don’t get into your fireplace. Use the doors to prevent children from getting too near or falling into the fire. Glass will still get hot, but doors will prevent falls into the fire, preventing severe burns and life-threatening injuries. Screens can get hot and become difficult to open and close. Glass doors are easier to open and close, with handles that don’t burn your hands, and will not fall over the way that screens and gates can.

Finally, glass fireplace doors will hide your mess. If your fire has been burning for a few days and you don’t want to smell the odors from your unlit fireplace, dispose of the unburned wood, or clean out the ash just yet, you can close the doors and no one will know! This is especially nice before you have visitors.

Learn more about your chimney system by asking the professionals. Beach Stove and Fireplace experts are standing by to provide services from installations to routine maintenance. We want all of our customers and neighbors to have a safe, warm, and happy holiday season. Call and see how we can help you this winter.

Celebrate the Holidays With a New Fireplace

There is never a bad time of year to enjoy a crackling fire and a beautiful hearth, but during the holidays is the best time to enjoy one! Homeowners enjoy a fireplace so much during the holidays that network television dedicates a channel just for them. You can enjoy the real thing this winter. Celebrate the holidays with a new fireplace.

Getting Started

Maybe you want to upgrade to a new and improved fireplace, or perhaps you don’t have a fireplace at all. That’s all right. At Beach Stove and Fireplace we sell and install inserts to fit inside an existing firebox and use an existing chimney, or we have fireplace options that can go anywhere and don’t need a vent or chimney. To choose the best option for your home and family you should consider the following:

• Location
• Space
• Budget
• Environment
• Safety
• Convenience

Yes, safety should be at the top of your list, but the location and space will determine what size fireplace you will purchase. Determine where you want your fireplace and what you can afford, and let Beach Stove and Fireplace set you up with a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly option that suits you.

Popular Fireplace Options

We install a lot of fireplaces each year, and the fall is no different. Homeowners want a new fireplace before the holidays, and we can help.

1. Gas
   Choosing a gas fireplace, insert, stove, or log set means you also get a great deal of safety and convenience. Gas burns the cleanest of our fireplaces, leaving less pollution for the environment and burning less fuel. They’re great for zone heating and the fire itself looks real with realistic ceramic wood burning in the hearth. Gas appliances have a switch to turn on and off, and temperature controls, making them the most convenient and “low maintenance” option on the market.
2. Wood
   Many homeowners still want wood for their fireplace. This is still a classic and beautiful option. Wood-burning fireplaces, stoves, and inserts are more efficient than ever. These products are still great options for people who have access to a wood supply, and those who don’t mind lighting their fireplace when they want a fire.
3. Pellets
   A similar option to wood-burning is pellet stoves and inserts. Pellets are manufactured from wood byproducts, so they are eco-friendly and organic. The stoves and inserts are highly efficient, convenient, and easy to use. They also put out a lot of heat, so they are appropriate for whole-home heating, especially during a power outage.

Once you have an idea of the best fuel type for you, get a professional involved in the planning process. Attempting to measure, purchase, and install your own fireplace is dangerous. If you get the measurements incorrect for an insert, it won’t even fit into the firebox. Installing new appliances will also require an assessment of the flue lining system. Your friends at Beach Stove and Fireplace can do it all.

Are you ready to upgrade a tired fireplace or install a new fireplace addition to your home? Get started now and have it installed before the holidays.

Call Beach Stove and Fireplace today at 631-998-0780.

Benefits of an Ethanol Fireplace

Homeowners love fireplaces! As times change, homes have become more contemporary and modern. Homeowners who are looking for a convenient alternative to the traditional wood fireplace can find some great options. One of the most popular options for a no mess, no fuss fire is the ethanol fireplace.

What is an Ethanol Fireplace? 

Also, called ethanol burners, an ethanol fireplace burns ethanol only. Ethanol is a renewable liquid fuel produced from agricultural by-products and burns cleanly, with no odor. Ethanol burns so cleanly, in fact, that it doesn’t produce any smoke, ash, soot, or particulate pollution. Because of its performance, it’s considered a “green” product, for those homeowners that have the environment in mind. There are many benefits to choosing Ethanol, and it’s not just good for the environment.

Ethanol Fireplaces are Versatile

Ethanol fireplaces can be installed nearly anywhere that you have wall or floor space and have many more benefits as well.

Flueless Fireplace

An ethanol fireplace requires no flue because of its clean burn. This is especially desirable when a chimney is not possible. To install a chimney, you first need space, and money to install one. Most fireplaces require a chimney to vent the smoke, hazardous gases, and particulate pollution out of the home. A flueless option like the ethanol fireplace offers the fire you want, with the space you need. They are particularly great for condos and apartment residences.

Authentic Flames

Ethanol burns with a naturally beautiful flame, while still creating a good amount of heat for zone heating and aesthetics. If you don’t have the option of using a chimney, you might look at alternatives like ventless gas fireplaces and electric fireplaces. They are great for zone heating but do not offer the aesthetics that a real fire does. You will not be disappointed in the flame of an ethanol fireplace.

Easy Installation and Maintenance

When you find and buy an ethanol fireplace, you will benefit from an easy installation. Some freestanding models don’t even require an installation, and still, others can be installed during one appointment. When you’re planning to redecorate or renovate, check in with Beach Stove & Fireplace first. A fireplace expert at our showroom can help you select the best ethanol fireplace for your home and family.

Costs Less Than Other Options

Ethanol fireplaces cost less to purchase and install than other options. They require less routine maintenance because of their clean burn and easy maintenance. When you burn ethanol you won’t need chimney sweeps, because there is no chimney. In fact, there is no professional maintenance required for ethanol fireplaces.

Year-Round Fireplace

Ethanol fireplaces are perfect for year-round use. You control the heat that comes from your ethanol fireplace, because however much ethanol you add is how long your fire will burn. You can have a fire in the cool weather to help heat a room, or you can have a small fire during the warm months.

If you’re like many homeowners, your holidays and your home can be made perfect with a fire. Choose an ethanol fireplace and you won’t be sorry! Check out models and designs at aFire USA.

Call Beach Stove and Fireplace or visit our showroom at 381-8 Old Riverhead Road in Westhampton Beach, NY.

National Fire Prevention Week October 8-14

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) dedicates a week in October each year to raising awareness about fires. House fires, apartment fires, hotel fires, dorm fires, camper and RV fires–they are all deadly. They only allow seconds (two minutes at the most) for a safe escape, and death and injury can most often be prevented with some planning.

Beach Stove and Fireplace Helps Prevent Fires

At Beach Stove and Fireplace, it’s our priority year-round to protect our customers from chimney fires. We do this by selling and installing the best and safest products on the market, and by partnering with Guaranteed Chimney Service for repairs and maintenance. How? By raising awareness in our communities about the dangers of improper use of chimney systems and fire appliances. We do this by partnering with NFPA to promote National Fire Prevention Week.

There are too many deadly house fires each year. In fact, according to NFPA, there were 365,500 home fires in 2015, resulting in over 2,600 deaths and 11,000 injuries. These numbers have decreased substantially since the 1970’s, in large part due to regulations, community education, and swift fire and rescue services. Professionals across industries have made it a priority to bring down this number, and to prevent the loss of life and property. The chimney industry is no different.

Preventing Chimney Fires

The most proactive thing you can do to prevent a chimney fire in your home is to take care of it. A dirty, neglected chimney is the one that will ignite and cause a house fire.

• Always hire a professional to install, assess, or repair components of your fireplace and chimney system.
• Schedule chimney sweeps to clean away debris, soot, and creosote that can bring down chimney efficiency and ignite.
• Schedule annual CSIA inspections to assess your chimney for safety and identify hazards.
• Burn properly seasoned wood in your stove, insert, or fireplace. Never burn trash, clothes, or other items that may burn too hot and ignite the flue.
• Practice fire safety and teach your children and family to do the same.
• Install carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms in your home, making sure to check batteries monthly.
• Make a fire escape plan with your family. Plan two ways out of every room if possible, and practice regularly with the entire family.
• If you experience a flue fire, make sure you do not use your chimney system until it has been assessed for safety.

After a house fire, you may be stressed, grieving, and possibly injured. Your home may not be safe to return to. It is our hope that you never have to experience this, but preserving life is the goal. You can do all you can to prevent a chimney fire, or a house fire, but it can occur anyway. During National Fire Prevention Week, plan an escape so that death and injury can be prevented in the event of a fire. Check out many family resources at www.firepreventionweek.org!

We Offer A Wide Variety Of Fireplaces And Stoves To Get You Ready For Cool Temperatures

Fall is the time of year when homeowners think about fireplaces. As you begin to wrap holiday gifts and plan festivities, you think of a fireplace. How nice would it be to relax in some cozy socks in front of a crackling fireplace? We’ve got just what you need!

Beach Stove and Fireplace, Your One-Stop-Shop

For over twelve years, Beach Stove and Fireplace has installed, maintained, and repaired fireplaces and stoves for our customers on Long Island. When you’re ready to think about a fireplace, you should start with us! Come by our showroom and see what we have to offer. Speak with a fireplace and stove expert who can point you in the right direction. We’ll help you decide the size, style, and fuel that best suits your home and family.

Wood-Burning Hearth Products

If you have access to a wood supply, you may choose to use a wood burning fireplace. Burning wood in the city can be troublesome if you have to purchase wood, but it is possible. At Beach Stove and Fireplace, we can revitalize an old and neglected hearth and chimney with the addition of a wood burning insert. Safe, efficient, and stylish, inserts are a wonderful option! We also sell and install wood burning fireplaces and stoves that can be highly efficient and cost effective.

Gas-Fueled Hearth Products

The most popular hearth products at present time are gas appliances. This is because they are most the efficient, safe, and require the least upkeep. Installing a gas fireplace, stove, or insert is an easy option, especially if you already use gas for other appliances in your home. A gas flame has the same beauty as a wood flame, even with realistic ceramic logs to lay in the fire!

Like wood burning products, gas ones come in a variety of styles – from contemporary to rustic, and everything in between. Many come with a convenient on/off switch and temperature control. In addition, leave little mess, and have fewer emissions than wood. Gas products are our most popular, especially among new homeowners. This is because we can install a gas log set with no chimney whatsoever! Vent free log sets don’t require ventilation, so they are an option if your chimney isn’t sound, as is a gas stove.

Pellet Stoves and Inserts

Pellets are a manufactured wood product, made from wood waste. It’s a recycled product, so it’s a good option for those who are environmentally conscious. They are efficient, offer a beautiful flame, and have a high heat output. There are a variety of styles to choose from, and many allow for a federal biomass tax credit!

Beach Stove and Fireplace also sell electric heat appliances that have the look of real fire. They can be used for zone heating, and are quite popular. These products, as well as outdoor products, can be found in our gallery at your convenience.

You can have your new fireplace by fall! When you’re ready to discuss your dream fireplace, talk to an expert at Beach Stove and Fireplace. Call today at 631-998-0780.