While many homeowners love the warmth and glow of their fireplaces, traditional fireplaces often aren’t as efficient as other heat sources. However, adding a fireplace insert to a traditional fireplace can give you the best of both worlds – a cozy fire to gather around that provides an equal mix of comfort, warmth and efficiency.
As the name implies, a fireplace insert is simply a metal appliance that fits directly inside your existing fireplace masonry. When installed properly by a professional, the design of fireplace inserts makes them air-tight, efficient, and easy to use.
Benefits of Fireplace Inserts
There are many reasons why installing a fireplace insert may be a good choice for your home. Here are a few:
Fireplace Inserts are Attractive
From modern lofts to classic cabins, fireplace inserts come in an array of styles, colors, and sizes that are perfect for any home. Fallon’s offers a range of sizes and options, from clean-faced inserts to more decorative styles that can set the tone for a cozy evening at home.
Choosing an Efficient Fireplace Insert Will Save You Time and Money
Not only are fireplace inserts attractive, but they are more efficient than traditional fireplaces. Compared to a traditional fireplace, inserts can dramatically increase the burn time and heat output of your fire. You will spend less money on fuel sources, as your fireplace insert will create a fire that burns more slowly, while generating more heat for your home.
You also will save time when starting your fire. Many fireplace inserts operate at the push of a button or by remote. That way, you can begin enjoying your evening fire as soon as you are ready.
More Heat Source Options
Similar to freestanding stoves, fireplace inserts are available to run with different fuel sources, including:
- Wood
- Natural gas
- Pellet
- Coal
- Propane
What you choose for your insert depends on your personal preferences and the design of your home. The Fallon’s team is here to help you decide what type of inserts may be best based on your home and lifestyle.
Maintaining Gas Fireplace Inserts is Easy
If you love snuggling up by a wood fire but are less thrilled about cleaning the mess it leaves behind, you will love switching to a gas fireplace insert. With gas fireplace inserts, the most maintenance you will most likely need to do is regular cleaning of the glass door. Since gas burns very cleanly, there is no debris to dispose of and little to do inside of the unit after enjoying many fires all winter long.
Fireplace Inserts Still Work During Power Outages
While most fireplace inserts require a power source, many fireplace inserts have a battery back-up system that will allow you to keep the fire burning during a power outage. You will be able to rest assured that your fireplace insert will continue to produce heat and light when the power fails.
Find Your Fireplace Insert at Fallon’s
If you are looking to transform your home with a new fireplace insert, the team at Fallon’s is ready to help. We stock a range of pellet, wood and gas fireplace inserts from Vermont Castings, Stuv 16, Quadra-Fire, Harman and Heat & Glo. Just give us a call or stop in. We look forward to serving you.
