Add a second fireplace

As the United States experiences one of the coldest winters in its history, many homeowners worry about keeping their homes heated until spring. Many houses are not equipped with central heating and air, meaning that they rely solely on a fireplace for warmth. However, with temperatures dropping below 20 degrees Fahrenheit in places like Connecticut, one fireplace is simply not enough.

Depending on where you live and the nature of your home’s heating system, a second fireplace may be a worthwhile investment. Fireplaces can provide cost-saving heat to your home and help save money in the long-term. So this begs the question: should YOU add a second fireplace in your home? If you live in an area that has long winters or temperatures that frequently drop below freezing, the answer is yes!

Goal: Add Fireplace to Home

If you want to add a fireplace in an existing home, you have a few different decisions to make. First, do you want a wood burning or gas powered fireplace? Wood burning fireplaces provide more ambiance than their gas powered counterparts, which is why most people prefer them. Installing a wood burning fireplace in an existing home helps give your house a unique atmosphere. However, they also require a greater deal of work and maintenance. For a gas powered fireplace, the installation process is pretty straightforward, but for a wood burning fireplace, there are a few more things to consider.

Do you already have a chimney? If so, can you add a fireplace to an existing chimney? The answer is absolutely yes! Adding a first or second fireplace to the chimney in your den, living room, kitchen, or even bedroom is a great way to heat the house and save on costs.

Adding a wood burning fireplace to your home does not have to be complicated. Whether you are adding a wood burning fireplace to an existing chimney or adding a fireplace and chimney to a house, you will need to decide exactly where to begin construction. Most fireplaces work best in a centrally-located area of the house. This way, heat can spread outward from the center, keeping you warm no matter where you like to hang out!

If you are adding a fireplace to an existing chimney, consider having the chimney inspected for any structural flaws or issues. It is always better to fix issues now, so that later you won’t be presented with unforeseen headaches down the road. Additionally, make sure that the flue is working properly, otherwise your brand-new fireplace could spew smoke throughout the house.

How to Add a Fireplace

With the help of a professional fireplace installation team, adding a fireplace to your home is a breeze. Once you have selected your installation team, you will need to walk them through your desired changes and coordinate your plans with them. The team will inspect your home to make sure they understand the layout and confirm that your desired fireplace can be installed safely. After that, most fireplaces can be installed in less than a day! So, what are you waiting for? Go get the fireplace of your dreams!