Over continued use your fireplace can wear out over time even when it is properly maintained. Brick enclosures can start to crack from being heated and cooled. Tearing out the entire fireplace can be an expensive home improvement project. Instead you should look into different types of fireplace inserts . Inserts fit into the existing space and are a new fireplace system, which is energy efficient. Many models will work with your existing chimney system or may require only slight modifications.

Gas Fireplace Inserts Can Provide More Flexibility than Wood Burning

You will find that you can use gas fireplace inserts, like those available on our website, here at Copperfield Chimney Supply, in more places than wood inserts. The only major difference is that you will need to have a natural gas line ran to the fireplace. This flexibility allows you to use gas inserts to convert wood burning units over. Venting is often accomplished by installing a direct vent through the back of the existing chimney, which allows you to seal the rest of the chimney off to prevent cold air from getting into the home.