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About Fireplace Inserts <\/h4>\n
Fireplace inserts are essentially just wood stoves designed to fit inside your fireplace. They are far more efficient than regular fireplaces, which actually make every room besides the one with the fireplace colder.<\/p>\n
Fireplace inserts fit partially inside and partially outside of the fireplace. Wood is burned inside a thick, metal shell. The inserts are typically made from plate steel or cast iron, and most have glass doors so you can see the flame. The back of the insert is connected either to the chimney or an outdoor vent.<\/p>\n
How Much Does a Fireplace Insert Cost? <\/h4>\n
Most fireplace inserts cost between $1,000 and $2,000,<\/strong> but high-end models can sell for $4,000<\/strong> or more. When you factor in the cost of installation, budget anywhere from $2,000 to $5,000 <\/strong>or more.<\/p>\n
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\n <\/ul>\n Traditional wood stoves use a basic, metal firebox to burn wood. Logs are placed inside the box and burned. The stoves are connected in the back to a chimney flue, which vents the smoke to the outside of the home.<\/p>\n There are two main types of wood stoves: catalytic stoves, which are more efficient, and non-catalytic stoves, which are less expensive. There are also lots of options when it comes to size, energy output and design.<\/p>\n Most wood stoves cost $1,000 to $2,000,<\/strong> not including installation, which can be just a few hundred dollars or several thousand, depending on complexity. On the low end of that price range, you\u2019ll find small, non-catalytic wood stoves. On the high end, you\u2019ll find large, catalytic models.<\/p>\n Occasionally, you\u2019ll find wood stoves priced as low as $500<\/strong> or as high as $3,000.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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\n <\/ul>\n Once you decide between a stove and an insert, there are several more decisions to make. The most important? Size and efficiency.<\/p>\n Size is important because a small stove or insert might heat just one room, while a large stove or insert is capable of heating the entire home. Your best bet when it comes to selecting a size is to talk to a local professional. However, keep in mind that the size of a fireplace insert is limited by the size of your fireplace. With a wood stove, you\u2019re not limited to a certain size. <\/p>\n As for efficiency, the less smoke that is produced, the more efficient your stove or insert will be. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency limits wood stove and fireplace insert emissions to 7.5 grams of smoke per hour for non-catalytic models and 4.1 grams per hour for catalytic models. If you\u2019re interested in a model that is even more eco-friendly, some of the newest stoves and inserts produce only 1 to 4 grams of smoke per hour. <\/p>\nFireplace Insert Pros <\/h4>\n
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Fireplace Insert Cons <\/h4>\n
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How Much Does a Wood Stove Cost? <\/h4>\n
Wood Stove Pros <\/h4>\n
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Choosing a Wood Stove or Fireplace Insert <\/h4>\n