How to Find Stove or Fireplace Serial Number, Make & Model?
What is the Make, Model and Serial Number of Your Gas Fireplace, Wood Stove or Pellet Insert? Looking for your fireplace serial number? Not sure about your wood stove’s make or model? We can help! A fireplace ratings plate has everything your need, primarily the manufacturer and serial number. If you have the ratings plate […]
Our Favorite Gas Fireplace for a New Installation in 2026
Upgrading your old gas fireplace can be a confusing process. It is important to know, “What is the best gas fireplace on the market in 2026?” In our opinion, the 6KX/8KX series from Heat & Glo is the best gas fireplace available due to the heat, design and immersion. Depending on yoru project needs and […]
Is a Gas Fireplace Lifespan Really 15 to 20 Years on Average?
Buying a new gas fireplace? (How long will it last?) The life span of a gas fireplace is anywhere between fifteen to twenty years. To get the most out of your fireplace, purchase a high quality unit and clean it yearly after the season. We have seen some gas fireplaces last 20 or more years because […]
Do Glass Fireplace Doors Help Reduce Cold Draft?
Fireplace doors do not help with draft. They are not sealed and should not be closed during operation of a wood fireplace. Learn more here!
How to Get More Heat from Your Old Fireplace?
Are you sucking all the warm air out of your home with a traditional open masonry fireplace? Drafts up your chimney can take the hot air from your home. This inefficiency leaves your primary living space cold and uncomfortable. Traditional wood-burning fireplaces made of stone are notoriously leaky and do not produce meaningful heat compared […]
What Does an Electric Fireplace Cost to Install in 2026?
Your New Electric Fireplace is Closer than You Thought Electric fireplaces have become increasingly popular among homeowners seeking an affordable, hassle-free heating solution. Unlike traditional wood fireplace installations or gas fireplace setups, electric models offer simple, vent-free installation without major home modifications. Electric Fireplace Cost Breakdown for 2026 Standard Installation CostsMost electric fireplace installations range […]
How Do You Upgrade Your Fireplace in 2026?
Improve Your Fireplace with Confidence In this guide, we walk you through your options and the average project costs for a variety of fireplace upgrade projects. We look at fuel types and scenarios common in our five decades of experience. Why Should You Upgrade Your Old Masonry Fireplace? Masonry fireplaces can suck all of the […]
What is a Thermocouple versus a Thermopile? – Fireplace Experts
Thermocouples and thermopiles in the hearth industry are flame-sensing devices used on gas fireplaces, stoves, and gas logs. Both convert heat from the pilot flame into electricity, but they serve different functions and produce different power levels. Thermocouple = safety signal; thermopile = operating ability. Thermocouple: A thermocouple is a small safety sensor that generates […]