Fireplace Inserts
Would you like to enhance the look and feel of your existing wood burning fireplace? Now it is easier than ever to increase the efficiency of your fireplace by adding a fireplace insert. The installation of a fireplace insert can turn your inefficient fireplace into a easy to use supplemental zone heater to help you control those high home heating bills while providing cleaner winter air quality.
The Basics
A fireplace inserts is basically a smaller fireplace that is designed to go into an existing wood burning fireplace. It does not matter if your current fireplace is masonry or a factory built unit. Inserts are designed to make an inefficient wood burning fireplace more efficient and revitalize the look of your room.
There are 5 types of fireplace inserts available:
Greater Efficiency
Almost any wood burning fireplace could benefit from the installation of a fireplace insert. Most standard fireplaces have very low efficiency ratings, normally below ten percent. Because of the open combustion design of standard fireplaces they draw the heated air from your room into the fire for combustion. Not only is this removing warm air from your room, but is also causes the fire to burn too fast and wastes energy.
How to choose
There are a number of options available for a fireplace inserts, but which is best for you? The main thing you will want to consider is the cost and availability of the fuel. If you have a natural or propane gas supply you would normally look at getting a b-vent, direct vent or vent free insert. If you have access to an abundance of wood then an EPA Certified wood burning fireplace insert is probably best for you. If you are looking for the most efficient inserts you would want to consider a pellet burning fireplace insert.
Like any appliance, consider your own needs and preferences when you shop. Visit a local store that carries the brand you like, ask the dealer or your friends and relatives for recommendations. Our friendly, knowledgeable sales staff is available to answer all your questions whether it is about design or the more technical aspects of specific manufacturers. Feel free to call 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 877-669-4669.
Benefits of an Insert:
- Increased fireplace efficiency
- Clean, convenient and easy-to-use
- Supplemental heater helps save money
- Fuel efficiency and multiple fuel options
- Reduced fireplace emissions for better winter air quality
- Provides heat when the power goes out
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