If you’ve decided to install a gas fireplace in your home, you’ve made a wise choice. Gas logs are more energy efficient than wood versions, are simple to use, and require minimal maintenance. There are many options to choose from, so here’s a quick guide to choosing the right gas-powered hearth for your home.

Gas Fireplace Buying Factors

Venting

The vent type is one of the first factors you should consider when shopping for a gas fireplace. Most use direct vents, which exhaust the fumes directly through the walls or roof. Talk to your installation contractor about where the vent can be installed. If your home isn’t built well for direct vents, you may be able to opt for an unvented version with an oxygen depletion sensor to track oxygen levels and turn off automatically if the level gets too low.

Size

Before you purchase a gas fireplace, make sure it will fit in the space. Hire a professional to measure the dimensions of the opening where you would like the gas log installed, and make sure the models you’re interested in will fit well in the room.

Fuel Type

Whether your house has natural gas or propane is something else you have to consider when buying this appliance. Natural gas, typically used in homes in cities, burns efficiently and keeps energy prices low. Propane gas, which is more likely found in rural homes, operates from an independent tank. Regardless of the kind of gas you have, find out whether the pipes run to the area of the home where you would like the gas log installed or if you will need to have additional gas lines laid during installation.

If you want to install a gas fireplace in your house, turn to the professionals at Cincinnati Gas Lite Co in Elsmere, KY. The company has been in business for almost 50 years and provides installation, maintenance, sales, and repair of gaslights and other gas-powered products. They carry a full line of merchandise, including gas grills and fireplaces, to accommodate the needs of any home or business. For more information about their Kenton County services, call (859) 727-1331 or visit their website.