Propane Hearths: Five Benefits For Your Home

Written on: October 8, 2020

Most of us love to gather around a fire, especially on a cold winter day here in central North Carolina. But sometimes the work needed to get that fire going and keep it roaring – not to mention the clean-up afterward – keeps us from enjoying our woodburning fireplace as much as we might otherwise.  

The good news is you can get that same cozy fireside experience at the click of a button, from the comfort of your favorite chair or sofa – thanks to the power of propane gas.

Advantages Of Propane Log Sets

Today’s propane fireplaces and propane gas log sets offer:

• Unmatched convenience – No more gathering wood and sweeping ashes – just click “on” to enjoy your fire and “off” when you’re ready to call it a night.
• Value – Not only does a installing a propane fireplace cost MUCH less than installing a masonry fireplace, it also provides high-efficiency space heating that can supplement your central heating system. A propane fireplace operates at four to five times the efficiency of a wood fireplace, so you’ll pay less to stay warm. You’ll also eliminate chimney cleaning, saving even more money.
• Safety – A propane gas fireplace produces no embers, contains no unstable log piles, and leaves behind no dangerous creosote buildup in your chimney. Just maintain hearth properly and it will provide safe heat year after year.
• Attractive styling – Today’s propane hearths produce realistic flames and come in a range of designs and finishes, so they’ll make a perfect centerpiece for your family’s favorite room.
• Eco-friendly performance – Clean-burning propane emits far fewer particulates and less CO2 than wood – good for your health, good for the air, and good for the planet.

Propane fireplace and propane gas log installation in central NC

If you don’t have a fireplace yet, consider installing a propane hearth – it’s more affordable than you think. We’ll help you choose an option that’s right for you, then install it quickly and safely so you can enjoy that dream hearth you’ve always wanted.

If you already have a masonry fireplace, consider swapping your wood logs for a propane log set, which installs inside you current mantle. You’ll get the warm glow of a fire with realistic ceramic logs in a range of finishes, plus the same benefits of a stand-alone hearth!

Spend less time preparing your fires and more time enjoying them. Contact Pico Propane today for a FREE estimate on propane fireplace installations in central North Carolina!