Open masonry fireplaces have been with us for centuries. And for centuries, people have complained about the high maintenance, low heat and safety concerns inherent with these big, drafty appliances.
If you’re having your own complaints about your masonry fireplace, you can make those complaints disappear with a new fireplace insert.
The Chimney Guys install exceptional gas, wood and electric fireplace inserts throughout the Greater Columbus, Ohio, region. Here are a few things you’ll want to know about these amazing appliances.
What Is A Fireplace Insert?
Fireplace inserts are factory-made appliances that fit inside the firebox of an existing masonry fireplace. They’re completely self-contained and can run on gas, wood or electricity. Let’s take a look at each type and see how much you might love having one of them in your home.
Gas Fireplace Inserts
There are many benefits to owning a gas fireplace insert. First, their closed combustion system causes them to retain the majority of the heat they produce. A masonry chimney, on the other hand, loses as much as 90% of its heat right up the chimney. Gas inserts are major heat producers.
Other highlights include:
- Simple operation with a switch or remote
- Maintenance includes wiping down – no chimney cleaning, and no soot or ash to deal with
- EPA-certified to burn clean and be eco-friendly
- Can connect to a natural gas or propane line
- Many exciting design styles available from top makers like Valor and Regency
Wood Fireplace Inserts
For folks who love a real wood fire but also want that fire to put some heat into their rooms, a wood fireplace insert is the right choice. It’s hard to beat the beauty of leaping flames, popping logs and the gentle aroma of burning wood on a freezing Ohio night.
More wood inserts benefits:
- From hearth-industry leaders like Regency and Napoleon, these appliances meet strict EPA emissions standards
- Wood is considered a “carbon-neutral” fuel – it produces no more pollution burning than it does decaying in a forest
- The closed system retains the majority of its heat and makes it available to your room
- Reduced downdrafts and backdrafts
- Lovely styles and finishes to accent any room
Electric Fireplace Inserts
For the ultimate in convenience, go with a stunning electric fireplace insert from Napoleon, Regency, Valor or Copperfield. Realistic 3D “flames” and gorgeous firebox visuals are just the start.
- Models that bring up to 10,000 BTUs of heating power
- Simple to operate with a switch or remote
- Can be run without heat for just the visual ambience
- Designed to look like “authentic” fireplaces
- No maintenance, no venting, no hassle
Fireplace Insert Installation
The Chimney Guys is here to help you decide on the perfect insert model for your home. Whether you go with gas, wood or electric, our experienced crew will install your new unit safely, correctly and in compliance with state and local codes.
Since 2004, we’ve served customers in Columbus OH, Reynoldsburg OH, Pickerington OH, Mount Vernon OH, Westerville OH, Dublin OH, Grove City OH, Canal Winchester OH, Gahanna OH, Heath OH, Lewis Center OH, and many other Ohio communities.
Reach us at (614) 446-1221 or get in touch with our contact form.
