Gas? Wood? Or Electric Fireplaces?
July 25, 2022 12:00 am Leave your thoughtsWhether you have recently moved into a home without central heat and air or are looking to switch to a fireplace, there are different types of fireplaces available on the market. Choosing between a gas, wood, or electric fireplace can be challenging and intimidating.
Below, we will look at the pros and cons of the different fireplaces so you can make a well-informed decision regarding the best fireplace for your property.
Pros and Cons of Gas Fireplaces
Natural gas is a heavily relied on source of energy and heat around the world. It is used by central heating systems, kitchen stoves, water heaters, and more. Gas is also a popular heating source for fireplaces. If your home already has natural gas installed, installing a gas fireplace is relatively easy.
With a dial, you can control the heat output of the appliance, which means you can control the amount of gas that is being burned at any given time. Therefore, when compared to a wood fireplace, a gas fireplace offers more control. Gas tends to burn cleaner than wood, with no risk of soot buildup. The maintenance is minimal for this same reason.
Unfortunately, the cost of having a gas fireplace installed can be high. This is particularly true if your home isn’t already equipped with natural gas. Furthermore, gas fireplaces simply don’t emit the same effect as a wood fireplace, with woodsy smells and cracking sounds.
Pros and Cons of Wood Fireplaces
Wood fireplaces are incredibly popular and offer a rustic feel to your home. These fireplaces have been used in homes for centuries, and wood is usually relatively easy to come by. Wood is often referred to as the most reliable heating source, especially for those who live off-grid or want to keep their electric bill down.
Plus, the ambiance that wood fireplaces create is unmatched. It also serves as a way to keep your space warm in the event the electricity goes out. A wood fireplace can provide warmth, light, and food (in terms of a place to cook food).
However, it is important to remember that wood fireplaces require regular maintenance. It will need to be cleaned out regularly to avoid soot buildup, which can be incredibly dangerous and flammable.
Pros and Cons of Electric Fireplaces
The world around us is becoming more and more digitized, and this is true with home fireplaces as well. Electric fireplaces tend to be best suited for homes that are not located in a harsh winter climate.
Electric fireplaces may be easy to install, portable, and clean, but they lack efficiency and can run your electricity bill up quickly. Further, if this is your only source of heat, it won’t work in the event that there is a power outage.
Regardless of the type of fireplace chosen for your home, you can bet that it will improve the value of your property. When it comes to choosing one of the different types of fireplaces, it all comes down to your individual preferences, local climate, maintenance, and labor.
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