What to Consider When Building a Fireplace
As the chill of winter sets in, and cold air tries to creep through your windows and doors, it’s time to turn up the heat in your house. In addition to heating systems, the most common way people heat their homes is by building a fire in their fireplace.
If you do not have a fireplace, but have been considering building one, take these things into consideration:
- Feasibility of adding a fireplace. The first thing to consider is if your home is equipped to have a fireplace. There are times when it may not be possible due to the architectural design of your home or area building codes. Considerations for building a fireplace include the chimney height, vent pipes, and emissions, along with the amount of space it can take up in your home.
- Type of fireplace. There are many different types of fireplaces that you can add to your home. One is a gas fireplace that uses natural gas for fuel. Another is to use an ethanol canister that enables you to create real flame. There are also electrical fireplaces that you can simply flip a switch to heat up.
- Cost of construction and materials. Construction of a fireplace can be costly due to the labor and materials involved. It is not uncommon for the cost to reach thousands of dollars per unit.
- Safety. Will the location of your fireplace be safe? When checking your fireplace location, see if it is safe enough to not cause possible leakage. Also check for ventilation and make sure that you have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
- Location of your fireplace. Where do you want to construct your fireplace? Location is key to successful fireplace construction because it has to be somewhere you will use it. In addition to functionality, consider how it will conform to your overall interior design as well.
- Energy-efficiency. With so much fuel needed to fire up your fireplace, make sure that it is energy-efficient, so you decrease your energy costs.
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