Community News
The Board of Directors welcomes Mary Brault to the Farmington Chase Community! Mary joined Imagineers a few months ago and
is our new administrative assistant. Mary can be reached at:860–768–3414
Mary Brault – mbrault@imagineersllc.com
Fireplace Guidelines
The fireplaces at Farmington Chase were not built to provide primary heat to your home; rather, the fireplace was intended for
ambiance.
In October 2000, a fire caused major damage to two homes in Farmington Chase. At that time the Farmington Fire Marshall noted
that modifications such as a wood stove insert or coal/pellet stove insert was not advisable with Farmington Chase fireplaces.
Additionally, at that time “the Board initiated a moratorium on any modifications to fireplaces in the Chase” (Homeowner Memo
Re: Fireplaces dated January 25, 2001)
Here are some “Fireplace Do’s and Don’ts” from Majestic (the manufacturer of FC fire places):
- DO clean ashes out of the firebox after each fire, leaving just enough to insulate the cold hearth so your next fire will start faster.
- DO keep fire to ideal 3-log size (lengths ranging from 20” to 30”). Replace top and front logs as they burn up.
- DO NOT close damper until fire is completely out.
- DO NOT use synthetic logs (Duralogs) along with regular wood. This will cause excessive heat build-up.
- DO NOT use flammable liquids to light your fire.
Using a fireplace as a primary source of heat is prohibited at Farmington Chase and may be subject to fines.
*Questions? Contact Mary Brault at Imagineers at 860–768–3414 or mbrault@imagineersllc.com |
