(705) 868-8246Serving Peterborough, Lindsay, Lakefield, ON and Surrounding Areas
Add warmth, ambiance, and value to your home with a beautiful new fireplace. Kawartha Eco Climate Control offers expert fireplace installation services, specializing in a variety of types to perfectly suit your space and lifestyle.
The Appeal of a New Fireplace
Beyond simply providing heat, a professionally installed fireplace offers unique benefits for your home:
- Cozy Ambiance: It creates a warm, inviting atmosphere and a stunning visual focal point for any room.
- Supplemental Heating: Provides efficient zone heating, allowing you to warm specific areas without running your central furnace constantly.
- Increased Home Value: A well-chosen and properly installed fireplace can be an attractive feature for potential homebuyers.
- Convenience: Modern gas and electric fireplaces offer instant warmth and ambiance with the flip of a switch or remote control.
Types of Fireplaces We Install
We install several types of fireplaces, each with unique advantages, ensuring we have the right fit for your needs:
- Gas Fireplaces: Offer realistic flames and convenient operation, fueled by natural gas or propane. They are a popular choice for both ambiance and efficient heating. Options include:
- Direct Vent: These sealed units draw combustion air from outside and vent exhaust directly outdoors through a wall or roof. They are highly efficient and safe, offering flexible installation locations.
- B-Vent (Natural Vent): Use indoor air for combustion and require a vertical vent pipe (B-vent chimney).
- Electric Fireplaces: Provide incredible versatility and the easiest installation – often just needing a standard electrical outlet. No venting is required, making them perfect for any room, including apartments or bedrooms. They come in countless styles (wall-mount, built-in, mantel packages, inserts) and offer adjustable supplemental heat and flame effects.
- Fireplace Inserts: Designed to fit inside an existing masonry wood-burning fireplace opening. Inserts (available in gas, wood, or electric) dramatically improve heating efficiency, reduce drafts, and update the look of your old fireplace, utilizing the existing chimney structure for venting if required.
- Freestanding Stoves: Offer flexible placement options in various rooms, adhering to safety clearances. Modern stoves are available fueled by gas, wood, or electricity, providing significant heating capacity and come in diverse styles from traditional cast iron to sleek contemporary designs.
Key Factors for Fireplace Installation
Planning your new fireplace involves several important considerations:
- Fuel Availability: Do you have access to a natural gas line, or will you need propane? Is there a suitable electrical circuit nearby for an electric model?
- Venting Requirements: Depending on the type, venting may run vertically through the roof or horizontally through a wall (Direct Vent), or not be needed at all (Electric). We ensure the safest and most effective venting solution. We prioritize vented options for fuel-burning appliances due to safety and air quality considerations.
- Safe Placement: Proper clearances from combustible materials (walls, furniture, flooring) are crucial and dictated by building codes and manufacturer specifications.
- Fireplace Installation Cost: Factors influencing cost include the price of the fireplace unit itself, the complexity of the installation (including venting and gas/electrical lines), and any required finishing work such as mantels, surrounds or hearths.
- Local Codes & Permits: Installation must comply with local building codes and may require permits.
Why Choose Us?
Trusting professionals like Kawartha Eco Climate Control ensures your fireplace installation is safe, efficient, and built to last:
- Safety First: Our certified technicians correctly handle gas lines, electrical connections, venting systems, and ensure all safety clearances are met.
- Code Compliance: We ensure your installation meets or exceeds all local building codes and handle necessary permits.
- Proper Sizing & Placement: We help you choose the right size unit for effective heating and advise on the best, safest placement in your room.
- Quality Workmanship: Our expertise guarantees efficient operation, prevents issues like leaks or drafts, and ensures the longevity of your investment.
- Warranty Protection: Professional installation is often required to maintain manufacturer warranties.
Get Your Dream Fireplace Installed
Let Kawartha Eco Climate Control enhance your home with the warmth and beauty of a professionally installed fireplace. Our expertise ensures a safe, efficient, and stunning addition to your living space.
FAQs
Installation time varies greatly depending on the type of fireplace and the complexity of the job. Electric fireplaces can often be set up quickly, while gas installations requiring venting and fuel lines may take a day or more. We'll provide a specific timeline during your consultation.
Electric fireplaces do not require any venting or chimney. Gas fireplaces require venting, but options like direct vent systems allow venting horizontally through a wall or vertically through the roof, so a traditional chimney isn't always necessary. We'll assess the best venting option for your chosen unit and home.
Yes, a fireplace can provide efficient supplemental or zone heating, allowing you to lower the thermostat for your central furnace while keeping the room you're using warm and cozy. This can lead to savings on your overall heating bills, especially with efficient gas or electric models.
Maintenance depends on the type. Gas fireplaces should typically have an annual inspection and cleaning by a professional. Electric fireplaces require very little maintenance, usually just occasional dusting. Wood inserts require regular cleaning and chimney sweeping. We can advise on the specific needs for your chosen fireplace.
