Why Convert to a Gas Fireplace

Posted in Gas Fireplace Installation, on November 27, 2023

While wood-burning fireplaces offer a captivating charm and aroma, they can be far more laborious and risky than gas fireplaces. Now, picture a cozy evening by the fireplace, bathed in the warm glow of flickering flames–without the hassle of chopping wood or cleaning up ash. Gas fireplaces are convenient and eco-friendly alternatives to wood-burning fireplaces. If you wish to upgrade your existing home fireplace while maintaining its aesthetic allure, consider switching to a gas fireplace from the Fireplace Experts. From repairs and maintenance to makeovers and fireplace installation in Toronto, your upgraded unit can bring years of cheer and flawless use. Read on for a comprehensive upgrade guide by the professionals at Fireplace Experts. 

The Appeal of Gas Fireplaces

Convenience and efficiency take center stage when contemplating the transition from a wood-burning to a gas fireplace. Gas fireplaces eliminate the hassles of chopping wood, hauling logs, and the laborious cleaning of a sooty, ash-filled grate. The sheer ease of flipping a switch or pressing a remote control button to ignite cracking flames adds an undeniable allure to gas fireplaces. Here are the myriad advantages of gas fireplace installation in Toronto.

• Energy Efficiency: Gas fireplaces are energy-efficient, providing an immediate and consistent heat source. Unlike wood-burning counterparts, where much heat is lost through the chimney, gas fireplaces direct the warmth into your living space.
• Cost-Effective: Gas is a more cost-effective fuel source than wood. Flame control in modern gas units allows for efficient zone heating, warming specific areas of your home without wasting energy on unused spaces.
• Clean & Low Maintenance: Bid farewell to arduous cleaning up of ash and soot with gas fireplaces. A clean and low-maintenance option, they spare you the mess and hassle of wood-burning alternatives.
• Instant Ambiance: Luxuriate in the instant ambiance of a warm and inviting gas fireplace without the wait or preparation required for a wood-burning fire.
• Safety First: Gas fireplaces prioritize safety with automatic shut-off mechanisms and controlled flame settings for a secure and worry-free experience.

Gas Inserts Vs Gas Logs

Gas inserts offer a convenient modern solution that seamlessly integrates into your existing fireplace. Adorned with decorative surrounds, gas inserts can enhance your home aesthetic without requiring extensive work. You’ll need to install a stainless steel chimney liner through your existing chimney to operate your gas insert efficiently and safely. 

Direct vent gas inserts are redefining fireplaces with their sealed firebox and an innovative co-linear venting system. With one pipe drawing in fresh outside air for combustion and the other efficiently exhausting combusted gases, direct vent inserts prioritize safety and offer impeccable indoor air quality.

Vented gas logs are a compelling, affordable alternative that maintains the ambiance of a traditional wood-burning fireplace. Boasting a full flame presentation, vented logs create the illusion of real wood embers. However, vented gas logs are not very heat-efficient–you must open the damper. This can cause heat loss. You also require a functional chimney. 

Upgrade with Fireplace Experts

Embrace the warm elegance and unmatched convenience of a gas fireplace with Fireplace Experts, your go-to destination for fireplace installation in Toronto. Our trusted professionals can seamlessly transform your existing wood-burning fireplace into a sophisticated gas-powered masterpiece. With years of expertise in installation, repairs, maintenance, and makeovers, Fireplace Experts ensure a hassle-free transition that maximizes efficiency and aesthetic appeal. 

Upgrade today and redefine your fireplace experience with Fireplace Experts.