Fireplace Options New Construction

A quality fireplace will provide you with better design choices as well as more efficient heating options.

Fireplace options new construction.

High efficiency wood fireplaces gas fireplaces and custom linear fireplaces are all well worth considering. Keep in mind that while fireplaces are wonderful for setting a mood in a room they are relatively ineffective for heating your home which is why you should consider alternative fireplace options like prefabricated. On the other hand zero clearance fireplaces require much less construction and are far easier to install. The most expensive option is a wood burning fireplace especially one constructed from scratch.

These units can burn gas or wood and are much more effective in keeping your home warm. The remodeling construction and installation costs of a new wood burning fireplace can easily add up to more than 10 000 for even a simple model. One trend that many homeowners are turning to is adding brick around the fireplace or having new surrounds built. Many people are choosing to go with direct vent fireplaces or have direct vent inserts placed in their existing fireplaces.

Best built during the new construction phase masonry fireplaces are what people typically imagine when they picture a traditional fireplace. You simply choose a unit that fits into the space of your existing fireplace and seal off the rest of the opening. These direct vents remove the combustible elements of a fire while still retaining warmth and radiating heat.