Fireplaces, Heating Stoves, Flues and Chimneys - Direct vent gas insert

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Concretemasonry
10-12-09, 12:49 PM
I am thinking of getting a direct vent fireplace insert.

Any opinions on Heat & Glo/Quadra-Fire? Apparently, the same units with a different line of exterior trim. I want a clean, modern front.
I also want one with a remote on-off and fan, but don't need all the capacity, so it will be run on low most of the time.

What other brands are there. These seem to have monopoly in your area.

I will have it installed since I need a licensed person to do the gas hook-up and run the gas line. Also I will not go on the roof after my last bout and 2 months in the hospital (2 months therapy also).

Thanx for opinions.

Dick


logdoc_rob
10-12-09, 03:21 PM
You can't go wrong with Heat N Glo. They make quality equipment.

dennisbgee
10-22-09, 10:57 AM
I don't kmow if they would be avalible in your area,but as far as stylish clean looking fronts try googling Wolf Steel. All the other options you asked for are also avalible with those units


dennisbgee
10-22-09, 11:02 AM
I don't kmow if they would be avalible in your area,but as far as stylish clean looking fronts try googling Wolf Steel. All the other options you asked for are also avalible with those units.
Check Napololen / gas inserts /whats new.

Fireplace Gal
10-23-09, 12:43 AM
There are many different inserts on the market. I've sold most of the major brands and The size of your fireplace is where you should start. Find the insert that will fit your fireplace and finish off the best. The height is usually the driving force in your options. Look at fireplacex.com, Heat n Glo, Quadrafire,Valor, Lennox. Kingsman has a new clean face option if you are looking for sleek.

Good Luck.