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Pros of Electric Fireplaces

From keeping you warm during winter to adding class to your home, having a fireplace has numerous benefits. The most popular types are gas-powered, wood-fired, and electric fireplaces. 

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Recently, more homeowners are opting for electric fireplaces. Let’s discuss why this is an intelligent move by highlighting the benefits of purchasing such equipment.

Ease of Use

First, you don’t spend a lot of time preparing the wood – all you need to do is press a switch, while most models come with remote control.

Moreover, you can regulate the amount of heat generated by your fireplace. This is because electric variants come with a built-in thermostat that turns off the equipment automatically when the desired temperature is achieved.

Eco-friendliness

The fuel used on gas-powered heaters mostly comes from unsustainable sources. Likewise, wood fireplaces contribute to deforestation. Both have adverse effects on the environment.

On the other hand, electric heaters use renewable sources, such as the sun and wind. Even where the electricity comes from different sources like geothermal, thermal, and nuclear, the environmental impact isn’t as extensive as the one caused by the other two options 

Ease of Maintenance

If you want to keep your fireplace in a pristine condition, you need to clean it regularly. This isn’t an issue with electric fireplaces, as you only have to service them periodically. Notably, you’ll contact your electrician once in a while, and you can prolong the equipment’s lifetime by following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Any person who has ever owned a wood-fired fireplace can attest that it isn’t easy to maintain it. When wood burns, it produces soot and ash, all of which must be removed regularly to keep the equipment in a prime working condition. Also, burning wood produces specks of fire that can cause some pain to living creatures and damage your belongings. 

Gas-powered heaters aren’t easy to maintain either. Although gas is smokeless, you have to check the supply lines continually. Due to its flammability, any leak could result in a huge fire. Moreover, natural gas has an unpleasant smell.

Cost-effectiveness

Despite having higher upfront costs than wood-fired fireplaces, electric heaters are more cost-effective in the long run. Governments worldwide are advocating for more use of electricity (and even subsidising the cost), while wood is becoming more expensive. This means that it’s smarter to invest in electric models, whether using them for heating or BBQ because you’ll end up saving money.

Variety

Electric fireplaces are available in multiple models. Regardless of your budget, you can get an option that suits you. You can also choose between traditional and smart models, with the latter being more expensive because it includes advanced features such as smartphone control.

Wrapping Up

Heating systems make your home more liveable during winter. They also add value to your property, as no prospective buyer would want to stay in an environment that’s cold.

Over the years, electric fireplaces have evolved significantly. You can now get models that produce the beautiful flames that make wood-fired variants adored. Their prices have also reduced considerably due to technological advancements.

Lastly, you can choose the size you want, depending on the amount of space you have and your style preferences. At home heat bbq, we are suppliers of leading brands. Give us a call on 02 9838 1300 if you’d like to install an electric fireplace and our specialist staff will help you make the right choice.

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