Is it legal to convert a gas fireplace to a wood burning fireplace in sparks nevada?
gvrgvrgvr Asks: ...heats the wall omre than the house(fire hazard?). i want to change it to a woodburing fireplace. is it legal to do so, where do i find out if it is and who does that type of job? i live in sparks nevada( washoe county)Answer: The vent requirements are more strict for a wood burning fireplace than a gas fired unit. If the venting was installed for a gas fired appliance, it is likely not adequate to make the switch to wood.
There are some good gas-fired inserts that put out good heat. You should try to determine the size & type of the existing vent before going much further.

oddcat1978 Asks: Lost my job at MLSG in August and have not been able to find anything worth working for since.