Venting for Fireplace Inserts

Open, masonry-built wood-burning fireplaces are inefficient, sending as much as 24,000 cubic feet of air per hour outside, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, drawing cold air from outside the home in via windows and doors. Fireplace inserts transform inefficient open, masonry built wood-burning fireplaces into beautiful heating powerhouses. And when you choose a fuel like gas, enjoying a fire is as easy as tapping a button on an app, remote or wall switch. Forget about buying, stacking and hauling heavy, messy logs!

Fireplace inserts can use the existing chimney to vent vertically, terminating at the roof, which makes it a project a professional hearth installer can complete quickly, easily and without a whole lot of hassle (i.e. cost!). (To learn more about fireplace venting, check out our complete guide, Venting Explained.)

Upgrading your wood-burning masonry-built fireplace with a gas fireplace insert is a smart decision that can boost your enjoyment of your space while saving you on heating bills at the same time. Heat & Glo offers a wide range of gas fireplace inserts—connect with your local authorized dealer to find out which one is right for you!