I moved into my house this summer. Checked out the fireplace this fall and noticed a hole that had been covered up by the rack that holds the logs. Pics attached. It is 1" high by 1-1/4" wide and goes all the way through the brick (2"?) into dead air space. Only thing I can figure is that maybe it was for a gas line for fireplace insert. What are the options for repairing this?
Update: I plan to use it 4-5 times each winter for a wood fire (not for heating). Behind the fireplace is an air space,then the exterior bricks, so I can't get to the back of the hole.
Update: I plan to use it 4-5 times each winter for a wood fire (not for heating). Behind the fireplace is an air space,then the exterior bricks, so I can't get to the back of the hole.