Thinking About an Insert?
We know you love a roaring fire on a chilly night. We also know you may be really tired of chopping, carrying and purchasing fire wood. You may also be worried about missing the sights and sounds of a fire. The thing is, some of these inserts are strikingly realistic. The professionals at Beach Stove and Fireplace can help you in choosing the perfect fit for you and your home.
Do inserts create heat?
Fuel options for an insert include wood, propane or pellet. Call us with questions…we are here to help!
To most people’s surprise, an insert can create a significant amount of heat – and the heat is consistent and evenly distributed. There are many types of inserts that you can get, the first being a wood-burning insert, which is basically a wood stove without legs. This can fit inside of the fireplace you already have and still burn real logs. You can also get a pellet insert which is a type of prefabricated convection heater that you pour pellets into to create a fire instead of logs. The best part is that these pellets are made of recycled materials.
The newer types of gas inserts are much different than old decorative fireplaces. Today’s gas inserts use propane or natural gas, fake logs, and other decorative pieces. They can be installed in any type of fireplace and vented thorough an existing chimney. These are the easiest inset to use because they require very little maintenance. They also run off a switch, so it is easier to control the fire. To learn more about the installation process, click here.
Does it cost a lost to switch over?
When you buy the insert it may seem a little pricey but always remember you’ll be saving money each day in lower energy costs. Even though the initial cost of an insert may be high, it has been estimated that you could save hundreds of dollars a year on fuel prices.