Benefits of a Home Fireplace

Despite their high maintenance and the availability of alternate heating systems that are easier to use, many people still desire to own a home with a fireplace. If you’re in the market for a home or are a current homeowner who’s on the fence about using a fireplace, we’d like to provide a few key benefits to consider.

Lower Energy Bills

Depending on whether you use gas or electric to heat your home, you’re always at the mercy of energy providers, the market, and rising prices. One way to offset your utility bills is to burn a fire in your fireplace, so you reduce your dependence on your furnace or heater.

Adds Value

As mentioned, many potential homebuyers are actively searching for homes with fireplaces. Studies show that homebuyers are willing to pay significantly more for homes that include a fireplace, so adding one to your home can increase the sale price if you decide to sell it down the road.

Heat Whenever You Want

Many homeowners with homes that are all electric know how frustrating it is to lose power during a winter storm and be without heat for hours or days, depending on the severity. If you have a wood-burning or gas fireplace, you can warm your home and keep your family cozy and safe despite a lengthy power outage.

Beautifies Your Home

Let’s be honest; there’s nothing like a roaring fire as a focal point for your living or dining room. A fireplace conjures up images of the good old days when families would gather to keep warm, tell stories, or for couples to share a romantic evening. Fireplaces have also been long-associated with the holidays, and it’s a wonderful addition to your home, to which guests will naturally gravitate.

A Healthier Environment

There’s continuing debate over whether wood-burning fireplaces are good for the environment or not, but whatever side you sit on, the truth is that wood is a sustainable and renewable fuel source. Because of the demand for high-quality firewood, the industry is committed to planting new trees to replace the ones that are harvested, making wood-burning fireplaces environmentally friendly.

Provides a Focal Point

Finally, fireplaces aren’t just for heating; they’re beautiful and functional focal points for your living area and the first thing most people notice when they come into the living or dining room. Owning a fireplace also gives you a canvas for unique decorations that can really tie the room together. If you’re still on the fence about a fireplace or are ready to take the plunge, call the fireplace experts at Fire N’ Stone. We’re a family-owned company that’s been in the fireplace business since 2009, providing customers with expert installation, sales and service. You are welcome to visit our beautiful, fully stocked showroom at 539 Laconia Rd. In Tilton, NH.

We provide chimney cleaning services, fireplace and stove installation, maintenance, and repair, custom stone work, chimney repair, and more. Call today for more information at 603-293-4040.