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Enhance Winter Comfort: Install a Cozy Fireplace

November 20th, 2023 by Haring Realty

Tips for Installing a Fireplace - Galion, OH, Homeowners | Haring Realty

On a frosty winter day, a roaring fire helps create a cozy, warm space and adds ambiance to your home. Fireplaces also work well for heating rooms that otherwise are expensive or difficult to heat, like a living room with high ceilings. If your home lacks a fireplace, our REALTORS® encourage you to learn more about this home improvement project. Here's what you need to know.

Several Options for Your New Fireplace
There are a few different fireplace designs that might work in your home. Your best alternative will depend on your home's construction, local building codes, and your personal preferences:

- Direct-vent gas fireplaces can be installed on any exterior wall; installation usually takes a day or so. Gas fireplaces are popular with homeowners who love the warmth and coziness of a fire but don't want to go through the trouble of stockpiling wood and tending and nursing the fire to get it going.
  
  Instead, a direct-vent gas fireplace allows you to start a fire with the flick of a switch. Once you're through enjoying your fire, just flip the switch again to extinguish it. A potential downside of this type of fireplace is the lack of aroma and sounds usually associated with a roaring fire.
- Wood-burning masonry fireplaces are ideal if you crave the scent and sound of a conventional fire. You'll need space above the fireplace's location to add a chimney. This design is also more expensive to install and requires the most time and effort to build a fire.
- Zero-clearance fireplaces require less construction labor and can use several different fuel types, including wood, propane, pellets, and natural gas. These fireplaces contain their own insulating materials and can be installed directly on top of combustible areas of your home.

The cost of your new fireplace will vary depending on the design, style, size, and work required for installation. Most projects cost up to $3,800, but most homeowners pay around $2,300.

Carefully Consider Your Fireplace's Placement
One benefit of installing your own fireplace is that you have total control over its location. While fireplaces are traditionally in a living room, den, or dining room, other options include a bedroom, office, or recreational area.

Think about how frequently you want to use the fireplace and whether any areas of your home lack warmth on a chilly day. For example, if you forgo using your home office because it's cold and unwelcoming, adding a fireplace will make the space comfortable and inviting.

If your long-term plans involve adding your home to the inventory of Galion homes for sale, your new fireplace can make your home more appealing to potential homebuyers.
Call on an Expert for Installation
While some home projects make excellent DIY endeavors, leaving fireplace installation to the pros is best. Building a masonry fireplace or installing a gas line requires a contractor with specialized knowledge to guarantee stellar results.

Working with an experienced contractor also ensures that your new fireplace adheres to any applicable local regulations or building codes.

A fireplace is an attractive addition that helps you heat your home with ambiance and style. If you're interested in a home with more space for cozy gatherings, it might be time to explore your options. Contact us to get started.

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