| Not only does a fireplace increase the value of | | | | vent can go through a wall. These fireplaces really |
| your house, it also adds to the atmosphere and | | | | heat up the place and they are cheap. They are |
| creates a lovely space. Often traditional wood | | | | very clean and safe, providing a wonderful way |
| burning fireplaces found in homes are factory | | | | to obtain the warmth and glow of a traditional |
| installed. Fireplaces are nice, offer added value to | | | | wood burning fireplace. |
| your home, and feel good but they are not | | | | Ventless gas fireplaces are also common. An |
| usually the best value in heating. Wood burning | | | | exterior vent or chimney is not required, but you |
| fireplaces are perfect for cool spring and summer | | | | will need a gas hookup. If this kind of fireplace is |
| evenings, but if you are looking for a steady and | | | | considered to be an insert, it would be advised to |
| efficient heat source, you may want to consider | | | | use it only when the dampers are shut. This will |
| the other types of fireplaces available. | | | | reduce heat loss, adding more heat to the room. |
| Electric fireplace logs are very popular. Many of | | | | This type of fireplace is the best choice for those |
| these log sets can be placed in your existing | | | | looking to increase efficiency while decreasing |
| fireplace. Just plug it in the wall and you | | | | cost. There are some states that do not allow |
| automatically have a source of fire and heat. The | | | | the installation of ventless fireplaces, so be sure |
| logs are designed to replicate a true burning fire | | | | to check before making any final decisions. The |
| without the safety issues. Most electric logs have | | | | ventless fireplace is the perfect choice for anyone |
| a blower installed. This is how the warm air is | | | | who is planning to use a fireplace as their main |
| distributed into the living space. Electric fireplaces | | | | heating source. |
| and logs are good for those on a budget who | | | | Depending on your living arrangements, resources |
| want something nice to look at. They are safe, | | | | and your primary use for the fireplace, picking the |
| simple to use and warm up a tiny room quickly. | | | | right style of a fireplace is key. If you are looking |
| Direct vent gas inserts are becoming very popular | | | | for something to add charm and a touch of |
| for many homeowners to put in their houses. | | | | warmth, a traditional or electric fireplace is a great |
| These inserts can be put in separately or can be | | | | choice. Fireplaces that run on gas will give off |
| placed in a fireplace you already have. You can | | | | more heat. They are also designed to be visually |
| simply hook up your vent insert right to the | | | | appealing. Adding a fireplace will add value to your |
| natural or LP gas hookup. A ceiling venting system | | | | home value, and a glow to any room. |
| or chimney is needed. If it is a new installation, the | | | | |