
Why brand of fireplace matters?
You’re putting a live fire in your home. Who made it is important. In 2025, the top manufacturers focus on safety, efficiency, and support. Their products are certified, field-tested, and backed by parts and people when something goes wrong. They have specialized dealer networks with shops that support their local community. The cheap products made for big box and DIY don’t heat well, don’t last, and become your problem later. Install your new fireplace safely with a brand trusted by professionals, and don’t think about it again.

Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT) | Industry Leading & Extremely Reliable
Brands: Heatilator, Heat & Glo, Quadra-Fire, Harman, Vermont Castings & Majestic
Why Choose HHT: The largest hearth manufacturer in North America. HHT offers everything from builder-grade options to high-end performance stoves and fireplaces. Known for broad distribution, innovation, and reliable customer support.
HHT Fireplace:
Heat & Glo makes top of the line gas fireplaces. The 6K/8K made by Heat& Glo are beautiful gas fireplaces that have invisible glass and fine mesh screen. We have heard this story more than once from customers after they get their Escape gas insert from Heat & Glo, “My friends are surprised when they go to reach into the fireplace and hit a mesh screen. That gas insert is the centerpiece of my living room.”
Heatilator is like the Q-Tip of fireplaces. Many people have them in their homes because it is a brand frequently used in builder homes. Heatilator base models are often inexpensive options chosen by the builder to fill the space without a lot of consideration for actual heating output. We find “builder” fireplaces are great candidates for upgrade or replacement depending on the homeowner’s goals. Some Heatilator fireplaces with upgrades are fantastic options. The model of fireplace you choose often matters more than the brand, especially when it comes to Heatilator, Heat & Glo or Majestic as they are all manufactured by HHT.
Majestic is more widely available than Heatilator or Heat & Glo. As a brand it is sold by more distributors to large installation companies. As a specialty retailer, we sell Majestic and they make a good gas insert, but of the three it tends to be the third option when compared to Heat & Glo then Heatilator.
HHT Stove (Forge & Flame):
Vermont Castings is a classic wood stove brand. The heritage of this brand is incredible and the products are timeless. The beauty of the Encore wood stove or the Montpelier-II Wood Insert can not be overstated. These are design quality wood hearth products that provide heat and beauty.
Harman offers exceptional pellet burning stoves and pellet burning fireplace inserts. The engineering and quality of Harman hearth products is the best in the business. No other pellet stove brand has the high quality offerings of Harman. From the Absolute63 to the Accentra52-i, Harman leads the hearth industry in manufacturing the best pellet burning appliances for home heating.
Quadra-Fire provides affordable steel wood stoves, wood fireplace inserts and traditional pellet burners. The longstanding technical expertise of Quadra-Fire makes these products affordable and timeless. Steel wood stoves from Quadra-Fire often outlast the cast iron of Vermont Castings. The impressive hand welded fireboxes of Quadra-Fire’s wood stoves are something to behold! If you need a box that makes heat, Quadra-Fire is often a great option for your basement, cabin or garage.
Innovative Hearth Products (IHP) | Broad Selection & Strong Value
Brands: Superior Fireplaces, Astria, IronStrike
Why Choose IHP: Broad product range, value-focused, ideal for both new builds and renovations. IronStrike stoves are durable and dependable for wood and pellet heat.
GlenDimplex Group | Electric Innovation & Global Leadership
Why Choose GlenDimplex: Global leader in electric fireplace innovation. Features include Opti-Myst and Revillusion flame effects, offering realism, safety, and plug-and-play simplicity.
Napoleon (Wolf Steel Ltd.) | Canadian-Made Performance & Style
Brand: Napoleon Fireplaces
Why Choose Napoleon: Canadian-engineered, sleek styling, and integrated technology. Their gas and wood units are efficient and reliable, with excellent performance-to-price ratio.
Regency (FPI Fireplace Products Intl.) | Clean Design & High Efficiency
Brand: Regency Fireplace Products
Why Choose Regency: High-efficiency wood, gas, and pellet products. Known for clean looks, customizable trims, and solid construction. A Canadian favorite.
Jøtul Group | Cast Iron Heritage & Scandinavian Quality
Why Choose Jøtul: Timeless Norwegian craftsmanship. Cast iron stoves with radiant heat and classic design appeal. Scan offers minimalist, modern Scandinavian aesthetics.
Mendota (Johnson Gas Appliance Co.) | Luxury Flame & Custom Style
Brand: Mendota Hearth
Why Choose Mendota: Luxury gas fireplaces with unmatched customization. Deep fireboxes, high BTU output, and beautiful, realistic flames. Top-tier for elegance and performance.
Valor (Miles Industries) | Radiant Heat & Dependable Comfort
Brand: Valor Fireplaces
Why Choose Valor: Radiant gas heating at its best. Designed to work without electricity, ideal for zone heating and off-grid efficiency. Simple, elegant, and reliable.
Blaze King Industries | Wood Geniuses & Reddit /r/Woodstoving Darling
Brands: Blaze King
Why Choose Blaze King: Hearth industry leaders in wood burning technology for home heating using catalytic combustion. Blaze King wood burning stoves and fireplace inserts are highly efficient providing long burn times and lower energy bills.
Pacific Energy | Non-Catalytic Strength & Simplicity
Brands: Pacific Energy, True North
Why Choose Pacific Energy: Non-catalytic wood specialists. Long burn times, rugged construction, and strong dealer support. True North is the budget line.
Travis Industries | Innovative Range & USA Made
Brands: Lopi, Fireplace Xtrordinair, DaVinci Fireplaces, Tempest Torch
Why Choose Travis: A wide spectrum from rugged Lopi wood stoves to ultra-modern custom DaVinci linear fireplaces. Made in the Pacific Northwest with quality and flair.
Ortal Heat | Frameless Modern Fire & Safe Glass
Brand: Ortal Fireplaces
Why Choose Ortal: Contemporary, clean-face gas fireplaces. Safe touch glass and modern frameless styling make Ortal a go-to for architects and designers.
DS Machine Stoves | Off-Grid Power & Simplicity
Why Choose DS: Amish-built, gravity-fed coal and wood stoves. No electricity required. Ideal for off-grid, rural, or emergency heating.
Stûv America | Belgian Design & Minimalist Heat
Brand: Stûv America
Why Choose Stûv: Belgian design, clean modern lines, and high combustion efficiency. Wood and gas options ideal for minimalist interiors.
So many manufacturers not enough time!
There are too many manufacturers building home heating appliances like stoves and fireplaces for us to list them all here. (We apologize if we missed someone)! The Stove Shop has been installing and selling fireplaces for nearly 50 years. We have generations of experience and a desire to share our genuine experience with these brands. The brands listed are some of our favorites. Thank you for reading.

Fuel choice = Peace of mind
No matter the manufacturer you pick, the ability to choose which fuel you burn when the weather is coldest matters more than the branding on your fireplace. A reliable, high-quality wood stove installation in the dead of winter provides unspeakable peace of mind for the whole family.
Local, reputable installer = Safety & warmth for future
Having a local company at your back when your fireplace breaks is essential to successfully use your hearth appliance for many years to come. Get an install from a local company who cares about your safety and success with your fireplace. There are some really great fireplace and stove shops out there!
Based on our nearly 50 years of experience, we highly encourage you to find the brands that speak to your soul. Just remember the company who installs your fireplace or stove is a crucial decision. DIY in the world of fireplaces is a dangerous game. Fire is being installed in your home on purpose.
Do not let just anyone install your hearth appliance. A specialized retailer with installers proficient in fireplaces or stoves is essential. Check out the National Fireplace Institute to find a reputable installation near you.
At The Stove Shop Fireplace Experts in Phoenixville, PA we are honored to use our experience to help you find the perfect hearth appliance. Fireplaces and stoves across wood, gas, pellet and electric are our passion. If you have any questions, please contact The Stove Shop today!