| Fireplaces not only provide warmth but also add class | | | | emitting smoke or noxious fumes. The chimney and |
| to a home. It is an element that most house owners | | | | burn unit do not require constant cleaning. However, it |
| prefer to have. Traditional wood-burning masonry | | | | needs attention in order to be kept in top operating |
| fireplaces have an irreplaceable charm. There is | | | | condition. Most gas fireplace units feature a thermostat |
| however an increasing concern in the quality of air | | | | or remote control along with a fan kit for optimal heat |
| circulated indoors due to the burning of wood. Owing | | | | circulation and maximum energy efficiency. The fan kit |
| to this, gas fireplaces have taken over as a favored | | | | is an important element that needs special attention. |
| alternative. They are energy efficient, are economical | | | | The fireplace would come to a cold halt if the kit were |
| to maintain and can be installed anywhere. | | | | clogged. The gas required for heating is passed |
| Traditional wood burning, masonry fireplaces are simple | | | | through pipes. The pipes must be regularly replaced to |
| in their construction. They do not require replacement | | | | avoid any leaks. The service agreement with the |
| of many parts. The only major requirements are wood | | | | company usually includes the replacement of these |
| to burn the fire, and a cleaning rod to dust out the | | | | parts. |
| carbon that gets accumulated in the chimney. There | | | | Fireplace parts are available online. There are many |
| are various cleaning agencies that undertake the job | | | | companies that specialize in parts for Gas fireplaces. |
| of cleaning up the carbon-laden chimneys. | | | | They also provide parts to enhance the look of the |
| Gas fireplaces operate on gas or propane without | | | | fireplace like mantels, blowers and other trim kits. |