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    Rao andavolu Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 8, 2009, 02:40 PM
    Gas fireplace
    My gas fireplace has a water leak from the exterior wall. Is this a safety hazard? How do you fix it?
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    Aug 12, 2009, 03:56 PM

    Need more details and maybe a picture. Is this a prefab firebox and what is the exterior finish outside the house. Probably not a safety hazard but can turn into one if not fixed.
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