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Austin Fireplace Replacements
Boost Beauty & Efficiency: Austin Fireplace Replacement
For Your Austin Area Home: We Can Help with Yours!
If your fireplace just isn’t doing the job anymore, the experienced professionals at Wolfman Chimney & Fireplace are happy to help. With a ton of options available to explore, you’ll always get a great match to your style and personal needs. Our rip and replacement service means that we take out your current system, replacing it with a system in line with your needs, preferences, and tastes.
Whether it’s a new woodstove, direct vent fireplace, factory-built fireplace, or other option, we’ll make it a reality. Give us a call or reach out today to get started!
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What are the Benefits of Fireplace Replacement?
If you’re on the fence about your fireplace replacement, consider these benefits:
- Improved energy efficiency. The primary purpose of your fireplace is heating your living space. Technological advancements improve efficiency, giving you more heat and a cozy home.
- Possible economic savings. Improved efficiency means you can turn your thermostat down and use zone heating to lower your monthly utility bills.
- Amazing beauty. It’s not all about efficiency, as an outdated system or one that no longer matches your personal style can be updated to a beautiful new fireplace.
- Improved safety. Systems degrade over time, leading to damage, breakdowns, and possible safety hazards. New options include a range of safety technology to keep your loved ones safe.
- Superior indoor air quality. Energy efficiency means tightly sealed structures, making indoor air more important than ever. Newer fireplaces include features to keep indoor air cleaner.
- Boosted home value. A newer fireplace boosts home values, particularly because of the additional features that are available on more modern models.
When you work with Wolfman, you’ll have access to great gas and woodburning replacement fireplace options, making it easy to find the perfect system for your needs and preferences. Give us a call today to start the process!
What Are Gas Fireplace Benefits & Drawbacks?
Every fireplace system has advantages and disadvantages, but fuel type tends to be a big dividing line. Here’s a quick look at these aspects of gas fireplaces.
Advantages of Gas Fireplaces
- They’re convenient. Gas fireplaces are super easy to operate, as they don’t require you to know how to build, maintain, or put out a fire. Turn it on and you’re good to go!
- They’re cleaner. Instead of having to worry about bark debris, ash, soot, or smoke, a gas system burns cleanly and leaves almost no mess to worry about when you’re done.
- They’re extremely efficient. Wood fireplaces aren’t the most efficient process, while gas fireplaces put a lot of heat into your home quickly and easily.
- They can lower utility bills. Due to the high level of efficiency in gas fireplaces, they make it much easier to zone heat and turn down the thermostat to save on utility bills.
- They’re safer. Gas fireplaces don’t produce sparks, collapsing logs, or flaming embers that can cause safety issues.
- They look amazing. Today’s gas fireplaces look more realistic, featuring a huge number of sizes, designs, and styles, making it easy to find a great match for your space.
Disadvantages of Gas Fireplaces
- They aren’t as authentic. Though they’re designed to look more realistic, they don’t offer the sounds and smells that you’ll get from a woodburning fireplace.
- They don’t retain heat. Woodburning fireplace systems have more even heating curves, retaining heat after the fire is out, while gas fireplaces cool down quickly.
- They need a gas line. You’ll need to consider this as part of your installation cost if you don’t have a gas line already installed.
What Are Wood Fireplace Benefits & Drawbacks?
As the classic option, wood fireplaces provide traditional appearances, but also has advantages and drawbacks:
Advantages of Wood Fireplaces
- Amazing ambiance. The look and feel of a woodburning fireplace can’t be beaten, with all the sounds and smells you associate with a traditional wood fireplace.
- Wood is renewable. As a biomass fuel, wood is renewable, and it can be significantly less expensive if you have access to a location to cut, split, and season it on your own.
- They’re cooking friendly. Sure, smores aren’t the first thing on your list, but being able to cook when the power is out gives wood fireplaces a big plus!
- They have a smoother heat curve. Wood takes time to heat up and cool down, so the heat is retained and doesn’t dissipate as quickly.
Disadvantages of Wood-Burning Fireplaces
- They’re messy. Ash, soot, and debris are all a part of wood fireplace ownership, creating a higher cleaning workload for your household, as well as creosote cleaning from your chimney sweep.
- They’re not as efficient. While wood fireplaces definitely heat up your space, they don’t typically win out over gas in this department.
- They need more maintenance. Wood fireplaces take more work to build up and maintain the fire, while gas fireplaces simply switch on and off.
Is Gas or Wood Better?
It’s a tough question, and the answer is entirely up to your needs and preferences. For that reason, what matters is which option is best for your situation. If you have a busy household and just want to enjoy your fireplace without a lot of hassles at day’s end, a gas system is a great option. If you want the timeless ambiance and the economy of a woodburning fireplace, that may be your solution. Either way, you win:
- Both fuels provide heat while lowering monthly utility expenses.
- will heat your home and can play a role in lowering monthly energy costs.
- Both fuels require annual inspections completed by a CSIA-certified sweep.
- Both fuels work in power outages to provide heat and light.
- Both improve the value and ambiance of your home.
No matter what fuel you choose, you’ll have a quality fireplace system at home, especially if you work with Wolfman for your Austin fireplace replacement. Our dedication to customer service is second to none, and our experienced, certified chimney professionals are always happy to chat, so give us a call today!
Can I Replace My Fireplace Myself?
Fireplace replacements in Austin area homes are a complex process that we recommend leaving to the professionals. The process requires specialized knowledge, appropriate tools, and experience to properly install.
The main reason for this is the efficiency you want to get from your system. You want your new stove, insert, or fireplace to function properly. If you don’t have the expertise and knowledge to properly install your new fireplace, you may lose significant heat output and efficiency, defeating the purpose of the replacement.
Finally, because a fireplace is designed for fires inside of your home, an improperly-installed fireplace can be a serious hazard, leading to fire and carbon monoxide leaks that can be dangerous or even deadly. If you need help with a fireplace replacement, please contact the professionals at Wolfman.
How Expensive is a Fireplace Replacement?
Fireplace replacements can vary greatly in cost, due to the appliance type, the kind of fuel, the system size, the condition of your existing chimney and fireplace, and much more. Without specific details, it’s impossible to provide an accurate quote.
Though we can’t provide you a definitive quote until we know more about your situation and circumstances, we can chat with you to get a feel for your vision and perform an inspection, giving us the details about what to expect so that we can give you a solid estimate.
Can My Wood-Burning Fireplace be Converted to a Gas Fireplace?
Yes! Woodburning fireplaces are a great option, but if you want easier maintenance, more heat, and better efficiency, gas is the way to go. The process will depend on your needs and budget, but this process is typically a lot faster and easier than you may think.
The easiest option is adding a gas insert or log to your existing open wood fireplace. The new system is installed without making a big change to your space’s appearance and aesthetic. Of course, if you need to have a gas line installed, that can impact your final cost. Why not contact a chimney professional at Wolfman today to find out what would be involved?
How Often Should My New Fireplace be Inspected & Cleaned?
After you’ve had a new fireplace installed, it’s important to stay on top of regular maintenance. As far as the change from your old system, that will depend on your old system, but no matter what, you will still need an annual inspection of your system.
Your annual inspection ensures that everything is operating safely and at peak efficiency. It also ensures any damage or buildup is noticed and taken care of. Annual checks of your system help keep it operating properly and keeps your loved ones and home safe.
For the Best Austin Fireplace Replacement, Count on Wolfman!
A fireplace replacement for your Austin area home can seem complex and confusing, but when you work with Wolfman, the only thing you need to worry about is telling us what you want. Our experienced, certified team of chimney professionals will handle the rest, and we always put our customers’ needs, wishes, and budget first.
To get the best possible chimney and fireplace services in the Austin area, take a few minutes to give Wolfman Chimney & Fireplace a call today. Our team is dedicated to providing you with quality customer service and a great experience every time. Call us at 512-866-9917 or book your consultation online today!