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The typical range for installing a gas fireplace insert is $700 to $6,500 with a national average of $3,600. Cost factors for installing a gas fireplace insert include the insert size, labor and ...

Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

If you plan to use a ventless fireplace to save money, make sure you consider the safety concerns. Some service providers say unvented fireplaces burn more efficiently than their vented gas-powered ...

Q: I want to add a decorative fireplace with vent-free gas logs. The flames look realistic and it is simple to install myself. The salesman said they are 100 percent efficient. Is that true and are ...

Dear Jim I want to add a decorative fireplace with vent-free gas logs. The flames look realistic and it is simple to install myself. The salesman said they are 100 percent efficient. Is that true and ...

The best gas fireplace inserts deliver warmth with ease of operation. Choose among the top options to find the ideal solution ...

Humans respond to fire on a primal level. Maybe it’s a throwback to when our ancestors huddled together, holding back the darkness with crackling flames—or maybe we just love the cozy warmth of a fire ...

Realtors tell us that the addition of a woodburning fireplace in a house will increase its value, so it's a worthwhile investment. In most rooms, a fireplace is the focal point, adding character and ...