With the impending winter, many of us are fantasizing about long snowy days spent by the fire. Nothing beats curling up in front of a warm fire in the winter, sipping hot chocolate, and reading a good book. Fireplaces are the second most popular amenity among new home buyers. What if you're a homeowner looking to add a fireplace to your existing home? The good news is that the days of building a fireplace being prohibitively expensive are long gone. Because of technological developments in gas fireplaces in Guelph, a professional plumber can execute this project in a day or two for a reasonable price.

The installation of a gas fireplace is far more adaptable. Within the real fireplace, there is no burning or combustion. The fireplace structures are capable of safely containing the heat. Gas fireplaces can be placed anywhere in the room, from under a window to in the center. Gas fireplaces with tempered glass can be exposed on three or four sides to produce the trendy center-of-the-room island design. A natural gas or propane connection is the only requirement.

If you've never seen a gas fireplace in action, you might be curious how they compare to a genuine fireplace. A gas fireplace can resemble a wood-burning fireplace in appearance. Of course, they don't produce the same amount of heat as wood, but with features like blowers, they're warm and cozy to sit by. They come in a variety of styles, allowing you to match your existing decor or achieve a certain appearance and feel. To give the illusion of burning wood, ceramic logs can be placed within.

Wood and gas burning units are often comparable in price, ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. A gas unit's installation prices are often lower, though this varies based on the model you choose, your home's architecture, and your present access to a gas or propane hookup.

In the long run, however, a gas model will save you money and time in terms of maintenance. Gas is far less expensive than wood in the long run and is better for the environment. According to some calculations, gas is the most cost-effective way to heat your home, costing roughly 25% less than other options.

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