The Fireplace Blog

How to Modernize Your Old Fireplace

Do you have an old wood-burning fireplace that is no longer looking or performing as it should? We’ve got a few suggestions to get it into the twenty-first century. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite ideas for updating your outdated fireplace with new flair and efficiency! Install a fireplace mantel This is a simple…

5 Common Chimney Safety Issues Found In Older Homes

Fireplaces are a typical feature in most older homes. Mortar and brickwork deterioration can lead to these buildings becoming more vulnerable to overheating, carbon monoxide leaks, and outdated building codes. Here are some of the most common chimney safety issues you’ll see in older homes: Chimney Obstruction Chimney blockage may not have immediate consequences, but…

Best Safety Tips for an Electric Fireplace

Electric fireplaces are a great way to add extra heat and ambiance to a room. They’re also a great alternative to more traditional fireplaces! Here are some of the best ways to use an electric fireplace and how to keep yourself and your family safe while doing so. Don’t leave your electric fireplace on Electric…

Should You Install a Traditional or Contemporary Gas Fireplace?

Ready to commit to installing a gas fireplace? Regardless of your interior design style, from traditional to contemporary, Energy House has a wide range of fireplace models and features that will reflect your personal style. Traditional Fireplaces Burning wood in a traditional fireplace has attracted people for millennia. Gas fireplaces offer what we love about…

How a Fireplace Can Enhance Your Business

Are you looking for a way to bring more people into your business and enhance its value? A commercial fireplace is one option many bars, restaurants, hotels, and more can benefit from. Here are some of the ways it can elevate yours as well: A focal point You want to capture your customers’ attention as…

Should You Get a Free-Standing Stove?

Fireplaces are a wonderful accent to any home both for their beauty and functionality. But if your home doesn’t have a built-in fireplace to begin with, installing one can be a costly and time consuming venture. Instand, a free-standing stove might be the best solution for you. Here’s why. Free-standing stoves A free-standing stove is…