If you want to improve the ambiance in your home or enjoy additional warmth in the winter, a fireplace installation may be the upgrade for you. To find the right unit, here are a few considerations when choosing a fireplace.

3 Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Fireplace

1. Contractor Selection

A professional specifically trained on a given unit should handle the fireplace installation. Each unit will have safety clearances and particular pipes approved for use. A reputable dealer will also involve a local building inspector to meet all code requirements. 

Manufacturers will establish territories for dealers and require them to service and provide warranties for only the units they have sold and installed. Cash and carry purchases must be serviced by the homeowner or contractor who installed them.

Choose a dealer who has their own installers, not subcontractors, and will provide you with both liability and worker’s compensation insurance certificates. It’s also best to view your options in a physical showroom.

Avoid handymen who work out of trucks since they may be difficult to find when service is needed.

2. Quality Products

Today’s gas fireplaces and inserts have many features you will find in common between models. The heat output, fan speed, and accent lighting are all controlled by a multifunction remote. When choosing the fireplace or gas insert best for your home, consider the upper and lower range of heat output available as well as the glass viewing area. 

American-made products by Mendota®, Kozy Heat®, and Jøtul® will provide the best range of style with outstanding quality and solid warranties.

3. Style

Fireplaces come in many different styles. Now, you can specify interior panels and log designs as well as the face frame and finish color. A knowledgeable salesman will guide you through the choices available. In a showroom of burning displays, you’ll find the perfect fireplace for your home.

Choosing a new fireplace for your home is easy when you work with the specialists at Cricket on the Hearth. Serving the Rochester, NY, community, this retailer offers a wide range of products in many different styles, including insert, gas, and wood models. Once they introduce you to a model that fits your style and budget, this team will also take care of fireplace installation to ensure your new heating feature is safe and ready to use. To learn more about their services, visit this family-owned business online or call (585) 385-2420.